Straight answer, official source, and how long it takes.
A visa is not required for U.S. citizens traveling to Samoa for tourism for stays under 90 days.
No visa application needed for United States passport holders on a short tourist or business trip. Just check your passport meets the validity rules below before you fly.
Book a travel clinic appointment 6–8 weeks before you fly.
Required only if you're travelling from — or transiting through — a country with active transmission.
Certificate required if arriving from (or transiting) a country with yellow fever transmission risk.
Not required for entry — advised by NHS / CDC for most travellers.
Recommended — food & water borne.
Recommended, especially for longer stays or rural travel.
Which countries require the certificate, timing, cost, and the 10-day validity rule.
Not medical advice. Always confirm with your GP, travel nurse, or a Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre — requirements change and can vary based on where you're arriving from.
U.S. passport holders do not need a pre-arranged visa for short tourist visits to Samoa. Upon arrival, travelers can apply for a 90-day Visitor Permit. This permit is typically granted if you meet basic entry requirements such as having a valid passport and onward travel tickets.
For United States passport holders, tourism or short business trips.
| Passport | Regular US passport |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Tourism |
| Visa required | No, not for short stays |
| Maximum stay | 90 days |
| Passport validity | Must be valid at the time of entry; for a 90-day Visitor Permit, "a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay" is required. |
| Return/onward ticket | Yes, confirmed onward tickets are required. |
| Arrival form | Visitor Permit (applied for on arrival) |
| Last checked | 28 June 2026 |
US citizens require an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) for short tourist trips to Australia.
Read the dossierThe official US State Department page for New Zealand is currently unavailable, making it impossible to determine current visa rules directly from this source.
Read the dossierNo visa is required for US citizens traveling to Fiji for tourism for stays under four months.
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