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title: Samoa visa for citizens of the United States
description: "Citizens of the United States can get a visa on arrival in Samoa. Stay up to 30 days. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Samoa visa for citizens of the United States

Citizens of the United States can get a visa on arrival in Samoa.

*Not yet verified · last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

> Our latest check could not confirm these details against an official source, or found a conflict. Treat them as a starting point and confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you book.

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on Arrival · Tourist
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **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 valid 6+ months, have onward ticket and proof of funds
2. **Arrive at Samoa border** — Proceed to immigration counter at airport or seaport
3. **Complete visa application form** — Fill out the visa on arrival form provided by immigration
4. **Submit documents and pay fee** — Hand over passport, form, photo, and pay visa fee (if any)
5. **Receive visa stamp** — Immigration officer stamps visa into passport

## Documents checklist

- **Valid US passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Samoa
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statement or cash to cover stay
- **Accommodation booking** (Travel, optional): Hotel reservation or invitation letter
- **Visa application form** (Supporting): Completed on arrival at immigration
- **Passport-size photo** (Identity): One recent photo for the visa

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Sufficient for stay
- Bank statement
- Cash

No specific minimum amount stated

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival may be refused if documents are incomplete
- Overstay penalties apply

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival
- **Lack of onward ticket** — Have a confirmed return or onward ticket
- **Insufficient funds** — Carry enough cash or bank statement showing adequate balance

## FAQs

### Do citizens of the United States need a visa for Samoa?

Citizens of the United States can get a visa on arrival in Samoa. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist.

### How long can citizens of the United States stay in Samoa?

Up to 30 days.

### What documents do citizens of the United States need for Samoa?

Valid US passport; Return or onward ticket; Proof of sufficient funds; Visa application form; Passport-size photo; Accommodation booking.

### How long must my passport be valid for Samoa?

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Samoa visa for every passport](/visa/samoa)
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