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Amerikaans-Samoa: wat je moet weten voor vertrek

Het belangrijkste

  • 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.

Inreis en 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 aankomstformulieren en vergunningen

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

Geldigheid paspoort: Foreign visitor-permit applicants: passport or identity document valid at least 6 months after departure.

Aan de grens kan worden gevraagd naar

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

Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: legalaffairs.as.gov ↗, legalaffairs.as.gov ↗, legalaffairs.as.gov ↗

Geld

Vooral contant geld. Kaarten worden zelden geaccepteerd.

Apple Pay — geen gegevens · Google Pay — geen gegevens

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.

Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: visitamericansamoa.org ↗, travel.gc.ca ↗

Regels en verboden

Verboden

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

Wetten die reizigers onbewust overtreden

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

Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: travel.gc.ca ↗, legalaffairs.as.gov ↗

Cultuur en kleding

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

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

Etiquette

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

Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: visitamericansamoa.org ↗, visitamericansamoa.org ↗, nps.gov ↗

Klimaat

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.

Per maand
  • januari: Jan: wetter season; plan for heavy showers
  • februari: Feb: wetter season; plan for heavy showers
  • maart: Mar: wetter season; plan for heavy showers
  • april: Apr: wetter season; plan for heavy showers
  • mei: May: wetter season; plan for heavy showers
  • juni: Jun: relatively drier; showers still possible
  • juli: Jul: relatively drier; showers still possible
  • augustus: 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
  • december: Dec: wetter season; plan for heavy showers

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

Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: nps.gov ↗, visitamericansamoa.org ↗

Wat mee te nemen

  • 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

Niet meenemen / invoer verboden

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

Praktisch

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

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

Verkeer: rechts rijden

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

Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: visitamericansamoa.org ↗, home.nps.gov ↗, safetravel.govt.nz ↗

Inreisregels veranderen. Controleer vóór de reis de website van de ambassade of immigratiedienst van het land.