Nigeria passport → Samoa

Samoa visa for citizens of Nigeria

Visa on arrivalVisa on Arrival · Tourist (up to 90 days)

Citizens of Nigeria 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 · Tourist (up to 90 days)
How to apply	Get your visa at the border
Maximum stay	Up to 90 days
Processing time	On arrival
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required
Proof of funds	Sufficient funds for stay

How to apply

1
Prepare documents
Ensure passport has 6+ months validity and you have onward ticket and proof of funds.
2
Arrive at Samoa entry point
Travel to Samoa via air or sea (only certain ports).
3
Proceed to immigration counter
Visit the visa-on-arrival counter at the airport or seaport.
4
Complete application form
Fill out the visa-on-arrival application form provided by immigration.
5
Submit documents and pay fee
Present passport, photo, onward ticket, proof of funds, and pay the visa fee (if any).
6
Receive visa stamp
Immigration officer stamps visa in passport, allowing stay up to 90 days.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport
Must have at least 6 months validity beyond intended stay
Passport-size photograph
One recent photo for the visa sticker

Travel

Return or onward ticket
Proof of onward travel required

Supporting

Proof of sufficient funds
Bank statement or cash sufficient for stay
Visa application form (issued on arrival)
Form completed upon arrival at immigration

Proof of funds

Minimum balance: Sufficient for intended stay

Cash
Bank statement
Traveler's cheques

Immigration may ask for evidence; amount not officially specified.

Good to know

Visa on arrival may not be available for all ports of entry; check before travel.
Conditions subject to change; confirm with Samoan immigration or nearest embassy.

Common refusal reasons

Passport validity less than 6 months

Ensure passport valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival.

No onward/return ticket

Purchase and carry confirmed return or onward ticket.

Insufficient funds

Carry enough cash/bank proof for stay.

FAQ

Do citizens of Nigeria need a visa for Samoa?

Citizens of Nigeria can get a visa on arrival in Samoa. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (up to 90 days).

How long can citizens of Nigeria stay in Samoa?

Up to 90 days.

What documents do citizens of Nigeria need for Samoa?

Valid passport; Return or onward ticket; Proof of sufficient funds; Visa application form (issued on arrival); Passport-size photograph.

How long must my passport be valid for Samoa?

At least 6 months.

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