---
title: Samoa visa for citizens of Nigeria
description: "Citizens of Nigeria can get a visa on arrival in Samoa. Stay up to 90 days. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/samoa/nigeria
lastModified: 2026-09-05
---

# Samoa visa for citizens of Nigeria

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

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must have at least 6 months validity beyond intended stay
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of onward travel required
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Supporting): Bank statement or cash sufficient for stay
- **Visa application form (issued on arrival)** (Supporting): Form completed upon arrival at immigration
- **Passport-size photograph** (Identity): One recent photo for the visa sticker

## 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.

## FAQs

### 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.

## More

- [Samoa visa for every passport](/visa/samoa)
- [Every destination for Nigeria passport holders](/visa/passport/nigeria)