Do I need a visa for American Samoa?

Yes. Indian nationals are required to obtain an Entry Permit (visa) when visiting American Samoa. The permit is valid for 30 days. Applicants five (5) years of age and under are exempt from the permit fee although they are still required to go through the process to obtain a permit.

Is the American Samoa visa policy same as the US visa?

No. American Samoa is a territory of the United States but retains oversight of its own borders. All its entry and exit requirements differ from those of the United States.

I have a valid US visa. Can I travel to American Samoa with a valid US visa?

Short stay visa is issued to foreign natiNo. You cannot travel with a US visa and need to obtain an entry permit to travel to American Samoa. American Samoa is the only United States Territory that has retained oversight of its own borders, having its own entry-exit requirements, different from the United Sates.

What is the validity of an American Samoa visa for Indians?

This visa is valid for 30 days. Only single entry is permitted.

Is the American Samoa visa extendable?

No. 30 Day Permits cannot be extended beyond the initial 30 days.

What is the American Samoa visa fee?

The visa fee is US$40 (non-refundable). Visa fee is waived for children under five (5) years of age.

What are the eligibility criteria for an American Samoavisa application?

To enable the authorities to process your application, you must clearly state:

• why are you visiting American Samoa
• how long you intend to stay in American Samoa
• how will you support yourself during your time in American Samoa
• what is the purpose of your visit to American Samoa
• type of passport you hold and for how long it is valid
• where do you intend to travel following your visit to American Samoa
• if you have a permit to enter the country you intend to travel to after your stay in American Samoa

Is it possible to obtain a visa on arrival?

No. Indians travelling to American Samoa must obtain a visa before their arrival in the country. Visa on arrival service is not available for Indian nationals.

What is the difference between a single entry and multiple entry?

One must carefully note what kind of entry is permitted. If the visa reads a single entry, its holder can only enter and leave American Samoa once whereas, with multiple entries, he/she can enter or leave more than once.

What if I am being sponsored by a relative in American Samoa?

In this case your Sponsor must appear in person at the Immigration Office to submit the required documents and initiate processing.

What if my American Samoavisa gets rejected?

The Embassy has the final call when it comes to an American Samoavisa rejection. If your application is rejected or is granted for a shorter period, the authorities’ decision is final and no refund will be issued.

Are there any chances of my American Samoa visa application getting rejected?

Yes. Like other country visas, your visa application for American Samoa can be rejected for a number of reasons. The most common American Samoa visa rejection reasons are:

• Invalid and damaged Passport
• Incomplete Visa Application form
• Applied Wrong visa category
• Current American Samoa visa still valid
• Incomplete documents submitted
• Intention of returning to home country not clear
• Purpose of travel not clear
• Insufficient bank balance
• Criminal history

After refusal of a visa, the applicant has the right to reapply only after the appeal’s procedure has ended or after three months from the date of receiving the decision.

If I am travelling on an American Samoa tourist visa from India, will I be able to work in the country?

You cannot take up any kind of paid employment in the country on an American Samoa tourist visa.

How do I apply for the American Samoa visa?

To apply for a visa please contact the Attorney General’s Office, phone +1 684 633-4163, fax +1 684 633-1838 or American Samoa Immigration +1 684 633-4203 or +1 684 633-4204. At this time there is no email address or online application submission, so you have to get a hold of the Attorney General's or Immigration office by telephone or fax.

Are you still having doubts about the American Samoa Visa process?

Please feel free to contact us for all your American Samoa Visa worries. We have you covered across India with presence in all the major cities like Mumbai, Pune, Delhi, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Lucknow and many more.

why are you visiting American Samoa

• how long you intend to stay in American Samoa
• how will you support yourself during your time in American Samoa
• what is the purpose of your visit to American Samoa
• type of passport you hold and for how long it is valid
• where do you intend to travel following your visit to American Samoa
• if you have a permit to enter the country you intend to travel to after your stay in American Samoa

Is it possible to obtain a visa on arrival?

No. Indians travelling to American Samoa must obtain a visa before their arrival in the country. Visa on arrival service is not available for Indian nationals.

What is the difference between a single entry and multiple entry?

One must carefully note what kind of entry is permitted. If the visa reads a single entry, its holder can only enter and leave American Samoa once whereas, with multiple entries, he/she can enter or leave more than once.

What if I am being sponsored by a relative in American Samoa?

In this case your Sponsor must appear in person at the Immigration Office to submit the required documents and initiate processing.

What if my American Samoavisa gets rejected?

The Embassy has the final call when it comes to an American Samoavisa rejection. If your application is rejected or is granted for a shorter period, the authorities’ decision is final and no refund will be issued.

Are there any chances of my American Samoa visa application getting rejected?

Yes. Like other country visas, your visa application for American Samoa can be rejected for a number of reasons. The most common American Samoa visa rejection reasons are:

• Invalid and damaged Passport
• Incomplete Visa Application form
• Applied Wrong visa category
• Current American Samoa visa still valid
• Incomplete documents submitted
• Intention of returning to home country not clear
• Purpose of travel not clear
• Insufficient bank balance
• Criminal history

After refusal of a visa, the applicant has the right to reapply only after the appeal’s procedure has ended or after three months from the date of receiving the decision.

If I am travelling on an American Samoa tourist visa from India, will I be able to work in the country?

You cannot take up any kind of paid employment in the country on an American Samoa tourist visa.

How do I apply for the American Samoa visa?

To apply for a visa please contact the Attorney General’s Office, phone +1 684 633-4163, fax +1 684 633-1838 or American Samoa Immigration +1 684 633-4203 or +1 684 633-4204. At this time there is no email address or online application submission, so you have to get a hold of the Attorney General's or Immigration office by telephone or fax.

Are you still having doubts about the American Samoa Visa process?

Please feel free to contact us for all your American Samoa Visa worries. We have you covered across India with presence in all the major cities like Mumbai, Pune, Delhi, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Lucknow and many more.