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Visa requirements · updated Sep 2026

Do United States citizens need a visa for Samoa?

Visa on arrival

United States citizens can get a visa on arrival for Samoa — right at the airport or border, no embassy needed.

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United States vs Samoa: passport comparison

United States

116

visa-free countries

Global rank: #40 · mobility 166.1

Samoa

81

visa-free countries

Global rank: #77 · mobility 136.8
74

countries both United States and Samoa can enter visa-free together

United States + Samoa: passport compatibility

65%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where United States and Samoa travel together — by entry type:

74 both visa-free
21 both visa on arrival
20 both e-visa / eTA
14 both need a visa
68 access differs

Where United States and Samoa can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

✓ Both visa-free (74)

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How the entry rule changed: United States → Samoa

We keep our own archive of visa-rule snapshots and diff them against each other. Here is what changed over the observed period.

The United States → Samoa rule itself held steady over the observed period. The context around it did move:

6rule changes for the United States passport, 3 of them easing
July 2024 — June 2026our archive observation window

Comparison is built from our own dataset snapshots; the date marks when we recorded the change, not the official decision date. See all changes →

Where else United States goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Samoa

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Visa on arrival

Issued at the border on arrival

Frequently asked

Do United States citizens need a visa for Samoa?
United States citizens can get a visa on arrival for Samoa — right at the airport or border, no embassy needed.
Which passport is stronger — United States or Samoa?
The United States passport is stronger: 116 visa-free countries versus 81. Global rank: United States #40, Samoa #77.
Where can United States and Samoa citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 74 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Samoa?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between United States and Samoa?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Sep 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

United States passport ranking

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