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Samoa Americane: cosa sapere prima di partire

L’essenziale

  • 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.

Ingresso e visti

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.

Moduli e autorizzazioni online

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

Validità del passaporto: Foreign visitor-permit applicants: passport or identity document valid at least 6 months after departure.

Alla frontiera possono chiedere

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

Verificato il 30 ottobre 2026 · Fonti: legalaffairs.as.gov ↗, legalaffairs.as.gov ↗, legalaffairs.as.gov ↗

Denaro

Si usano soprattutto contanti. Carte accettate di rado.

Apple Pay — nessun dato · Google Pay — nessun dato

Bancomat: 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.

Verificato il 30 ottobre 2026 · Fonti: visitamericansamoa.org ↗, travel.gc.ca ↗

Regole e divieti

Vietato

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

Leggi che i turisti violano senza saperlo

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

Verificato il 30 ottobre 2026 · Fonti: travel.gc.ca ↗, legalaffairs.as.gov ↗

Cultura e abbigliamento

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

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

Galateo

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

Verificato il 30 ottobre 2026 · Fonti: visitamericansamoa.org ↗, visitamericansamoa.org ↗, nps.gov ↗

Clima

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.

Mese per mese
  • gennaio: Jan: wetter season; plan for heavy showers
  • febbraio: Feb: wetter season; plan for heavy showers
  • marzo: Mar: wetter season; plan for heavy showers
  • aprile: Apr: wetter season; plan for heavy showers
  • maggio: May: wetter season; plan for heavy showers
  • giugno: Jun: relatively drier; showers still possible
  • luglio: Jul: relatively drier; showers still possible
  • agosto: Aug: relatively drier; showers still possible
  • settembre: Sep: relatively drier; showers still possible
  • ottobre: Oct: wetter season; plan for heavy showers
  • novembre: Nov: wetter season; plan for heavy showers
  • dicembre: Dec: wetter season; plan for heavy showers

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

Verificato il 30 ottobre 2026 · Fonti: nps.gov ↗, visitamericansamoa.org ↗

Cosa portare

  • 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

Cosa non portare / vietato importare

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

Pratico

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

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

Circolazione: a destra

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

Verificato il 30 ottobre 2026 · Fonti: visitamericansamoa.org ↗, home.nps.gov ↗, safetravel.govt.nz ↗

Le regole d’ingresso cambiano. Prima del viaggio consulta il sito dell’ambasciata o dell’ufficio immigrazione del paese.