American Samoa — Passport and Visa Information
Passports
| Country | Passport Required | Visa Required | Return Ticket Required |
|---|---|---|---|
| British | Yes | No | Yes |
| Australian | Yes | No | Yes |
| Canadian | Yes | No | Yes |
| USA | 1 | No | Yes |
| Other EU | Yes | 2 | Yes |
Passport valid for at least six months beyond period of stay required by all except:
1. nationals of the USA holding passport or other valid proof of identity (bearing a photograph), a valid onward or return ticket for stays of up to 30 days and proof of sufficient funds for the duration of stay.
Passport Notes
Pago Pago is not a port of entry to the USA and passengers proceeding to the USA must comply with the appropriate regulations.
All nationals must be in possession of a valid passport, documentation for onward travel, sufficient funds to cover their stay and a confirmed accommodation reservation. Advance hotel reservations are required in the absence of a local sponsor.
Visas
Depends on individual case. Advance permission must be obtained from the immigration authorities. Some nationals may be able to enter visa-free for 90 days or less.
2. in the EU, nationals of Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, Greece, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Poland, Romania and Slovak Republic do need a visa.
Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see Important Addresses in USA section).
Applications to:
US Consulate in plenty of time for prospective visits of more than 30 days (or consular section at US Embassy); see the USA section.
Travel Warnings
Samoa regularly experiences seismic and volcanic activity. A magnitude 8.3 earthquake occurred on 29 September 2009 south of Apia, triggering tsunami waves which impacted Samoa, American Samoa and the small northern island of Niauatoputapu in Tonga. The tsunami waves caused fatalities, casualties and serious damage to the affected Pacific Island countries.
Most visits to American Samoa are trouble-free but you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate international terrorist attacks, which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.
The tropical cyclone season in American Samoa normally runs from November to April.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice:
British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Tel: 0845 850 2829.
Website: www.fco.gov.uk
US Department of State
Website: http://travel.state.gov/travel
Health Care
Health insurance is strongly recommended for all travelers.
Vaccinations
| Vaccination | Special Precaution |
|---|---|
| Diphtheria | Yes |
| Hepatitis A | Yes |
| Malaria | No |
| Rabies | Sometimes |
| Tetanus | Yes |
| Typhoid | Sometimes |
| Yellow Fever | No* |
Special Notes
* A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from travelers over one year of age coming from infected areas.
