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Amerikanisch-Samoa: was man vor der Reise wissen sollte

Das Wichtigste

  • American Samoa has separate entry rules from the mainland US: a US visa or ESTA alone does not replace its visitor permit.
  • Apply at least 72 hours ahead, excluding weekends and holidays; some travellers need a local sponsor to apply in person.
  • Carry USD cash for small businesses and outer islands; most ATMs are on Tutuila.

Einreise und Visa

Entry is governed separately from the US mainland. US-visa/Green-Card holders and citizens of US visa-waiver countries can request a non-extendable 30-day permit online. Other foreign visitors need an eligible local sponsor to apply in person. Check Legal Affairs for your nationality and any US-citizen/national documentation requirements.

Online-Einreiseformulare und Genehmigungen

  • American Samoa visitor permit ↗ Pflicht
    Apply at least 72 hours before travel, excluding weekends and holidays · Gebühr: USD 40 for the 30-day route; confirm current charge before payment · Eligible foreign visitors; other nationalities need a sponsor to apply in person.

Gültigkeit des Reisepasses: Foreign visitor-permit applicants: passport or identity document valid at least 6 months after departure.

An der Grenze kann verlangt werden

  • Present approved permit, return ticket, accommodation details and local contact.

Geprüft am 30. Oktober 2026 · Quellen: legalaffairs.as.gov ↗, legalaffairs.as.gov ↗, legalaffairs.as.gov ↗

Geld

Überwiegend Bargeld. Karten werden selten akzeptiert.

Apple Pay — keine Daten · Google Pay — keine Daten

Geldautomaten: ATMs are concentrated on Tutuila; do not depend on finding one on another island.

  • Large hotels and stores accept major credit cards; most businesses require cash.
  • Confirm card compatibility and fees with your bank; wallet and individual network acceptance were not established.

Geprüft am 30. Oktober 2026 · Quellen: visitamericansamoa.org ↗, travel.gc.ca ↗

Regeln und Verbote

Verboten

  • Illegal-drug possession, use and trafficking carry severe penalties.

Gesetze, gegen die Reisende unwissentlich verstoßen

  • Do not overstay the permit; the 30-day US-visa/waiver permit cannot be extended.

Geprüft am 30. Oktober 2026 · Quellen: travel.gc.ca ↗, legalaffairs.as.gov ↗

Kultur und Kleidung

Religion: Christian values and Samoan cultural traditions are important locally.

Kleidung: Cover up in villages; reserve swimwear for the beach. Ask hosts about dress for Sunday church.

Umgangsformen

  • Ask local hosts before entering village spaces or participating in community activities.

Geprüft am 30. Oktober 2026 · Quellen: visitamericansamoa.org ↗, visitamericansamoa.org ↗, nps.gov ↗

Klima

Tropical, warm and humid year-round. NPS describes a wetter October–May and relatively drier June–September season; tourism guidance uses narrower wet-season dates. Rain remains possible in every month.

Monat für Monat
  • Januar: Jan: wetter season; plan for heavy showers
  • Februar: Feb: wetter season; plan for heavy showers
  • März: Mar: wetter season; plan for heavy showers
  • April: Apr: wetter season; plan for heavy showers
  • Mai: May: wetter season; plan for heavy showers
  • Juni: Jun: relatively drier; showers still possible
  • Juli: Jul: relatively drier; showers still possible
  • August: Aug: relatively drier; showers still possible
  • September: Sep: relatively drier; showers still possible
  • Oktober: Oct: wetter season; plan for heavy showers
  • November: Nov: wetter season; plan for heavy showers
  • Dezember: Dec: wetter season; plan for heavy showers

Beste Reisezeit: June–September is relatively drier in NPS guidance; check forecasts and island transport before departure.

Geprüft am 30. Oktober 2026 · Quellen: nps.gov ↗, visitamericansamoa.org ↗

Was einpacken

  • Light clothing and a village cover-up
  • Rain protection and sturdy footwear for muddy trails
  • USD cash reserve for outer-island travel
  • A copy of your approved visitor permit

Nicht mitnehmen / Einfuhr verboten

  • Assuming mainland US entry permission covers American Samoa
  • Depending on outer-island ATMs

Praktisches

Steckdosen: US-style outlets; tourism authority lists 110 V.

Wasser: Confirm the local water supply with your accommodation before drinking; carry safe water for outings.

Verkehr: Rechtsverkehr

Versicherung: Choose insurance covering medical evacuation and island travel delays.

Geprüft am 30. Oktober 2026 · Quellen: visitamericansamoa.org ↗, home.nps.gov ↗, safetravel.govt.nz ↗

Einreiseregeln ändern sich. Prüfen Sie vor der Reise die Website der Botschaft oder Einwanderungsbehörde des Landes.