India passport → Samoa

Samoa visa for citizens of India

Visa on arrivalVisitor Visa on Arrival (60 days)

Citizens of India can get a visa on arrival in Samoa.

Verified · Last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry route	Visa on arrival · Visitor Visa on Arrival (60 days)
How to apply	Get your visa at the border
Maximum stay	Up to 90 days
Visa validity	60 days
Entries	Single entry
Processing time	On arrival
Government fee	No fee listed
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required
Proof of funds	Evidence of sufficient funds for the stay

How to apply

1
Check eligibility
Confirm Indian passport holders qualify for Samoa's visa-on-arrival visitor entry.
2
Book travel
Arrange flights and accommodation before departure.
3
Prepare documents
Carry passport, onward ticket, funds proof and accommodation details.
4
Fly to Samoa
Complete the arrival card during the flight to Faleolo International Airport.
5
Clear immigration
Present documents at the border; the visitor entry is stamped on arrival.
6
Respect the stay limit
Do not exceed the permitted 60-day visitor period.

Documents checklist

Identity

Passport valid at least 6 months
Must be valid for at least six months beyond arrival.

Travel

Confirmed onward/return ticket
Immigration requires proof of departure from Samoa.
Completed arrival/entry card
Provided and filled in on the flight or at the border.

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds
Bank statements or cash to cover the stay.

Supporting

Accommodation booking or host details
Hotel reservation or address of host in Samoa.
Yellow fever vaccination certificate
Optional
Only if arriving from or transiting a yellow-fever risk country.

Proof of funds

bank statements
cash
credit cards

No fixed amount published; funds must cover the intended stay.

Good to know

Visa policy details for Samoa are sparsely published online; confirm current requirements with Samoa Immigration or the nearest Samoan mission before travel.
Transit via Australia or New Zealand requires separate transit visas for Indian passport holders.

Common refusal reasons

No onward ticket

Carry a confirmed return or onward booking.

Insufficient funds

Bring recent bank statements or adequate cash/card.

Passport validity under six months

Renew the passport before travel if it expires soon.

FAQ

Do citizens of India need a visa for Samoa?

Citizens of India can get a visa on arrival in Samoa. Visa type: Visitor Visa on Arrival (60 days).

How long can citizens of India stay in Samoa?

Up to 90 days.

What documents do citizens of India need for Samoa?

Passport valid at least 6 months; Confirmed onward/return ticket; Proof of sufficient funds; Accommodation booking or host details; Completed arrival/entry card; Yellow fever vaccination certificate.

How long must my passport be valid for Samoa?

At least 6 months.

Sources

Samoa Visa for India Citizens — Requirements & Fees (2026) (eammu.com, third-party site)
Samoa Entry Requirements for Indian Citizens — Visa on Arrival | EntryBrief (entrybrief.com, third-party site)
Samoa Visa for India Passport Holders — Visandra.com (visandra.com, third-party site)

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