Prepare for your arrival visa
Check the accepted arrival points, documents and payment arrangements before departure.
Confirm the visa-on-arrival route
Use the passenger arrival card. Samoa Immigration says the free Visitor Permit is issued on arrival, subject to its entry conditions.
Prepare for visa issuance on arrival
Keep your passport and supporting documents ready. Confirm the fee, accepted payment method and eligible point of entry before departure.
Check the visa you receive
Check the passport details, permitted stay and entry conditions on the visa issued to you.
Check your trip dates
Count your travel days and compare your passport expiry with the entry rule.
What to prepare for your trip
Check each item as you prepare it. Labels show which documents are required, conditional, or recommended.
Your circumstances may require additional documents. Ticks track preparation, not eligibility or admission.
Costs & timing
What this route costs for this passport and destination.
What it costs
- Free Visitor Permit on arrival
- Free
Published government charges. Check the official service for the final total before you pay.
Arrival paperwork is a separate step
passenger arrival card
Complete the card on arrival to apply for the Visitor Permit.
Open passenger arrival cardDetails that can change your plans
The Visitor Permit is subject to border checks
Samoa Immigration lists prior deportation, certain criminal convictions, health risks and alert-list matches among its entry conditions. Contact Immigration before travel if any of these may apply to you.
Official guidanceA Visitor Permit does not allow work
Samoa Immigration says work is not permitted on a Visitor Permit. Contact the Ministry before travel if you plan to work or stay longer.
Official guidancePractical tips for Samoa
Small preparation steps to keep your travel information within reach.
Check permission for your next destination
Samoa Immigration lists a valid visa or permit for the country you will travel to next among its Visitor Permit conditions.
Samoa at a glance
- Capital
- Apia
- Currency
- WST
- Calling code
- +685
Questions for this route
Do travelers with an ordinary passport from Afghanistan need a visa for Samoa?
For tourism in Samoa, ordinary passport holders from Afghanistan can get a visa on arrival at an eligible entry point. The stay limit is 90 days per visit.
How long can I stay in Samoa?
The short-visit limit is 90 days per visit. Your actual permission can be shorter; check the dates and conditions you receive.
How much passport validity do I need?
At least 6 months after planned departure.
How much is the government fee?
Free Visitor Permit on arrival: No fee to pay. Check the official payment page for exemptions and any additional charges.
Do I need to complete passenger arrival card?
Required for this route. Complete the card on arrival to apply for the Visitor Permit. It does not replace a required visa or travel authorisation.
What if I’m going to work, study or stay longer?
This guide is for a short tourist visit on an ordinary passport. It does not establish eligibility for employment, study or residence. Use the destination’s official guidance for your actual purpose.
Does my country of residence change the answer?
Passport nationality and legal residence are different. This page starts with your passport. Residence can change where you apply and which application channel is available; an existing visa or residence permit may also create an exception. Check the official eligibility guidance for your circumstances.
Official websites
Use these government websites to confirm requirements and complete any application.
About this guide
This guide covers short tourist visits on an ordinary passport. Your nationality, residence, travel document and purpose can affect the entry conditions. Check the linked official guidance before travel; the border authority decides admission and your permitted stay.
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