Samoa Americana: o que saber antes da viagem
O essencial
- 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.
Entrada e vistos
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.
Formulários e autorizações on-line
- American Samoa visitor permit ↗ obrigatório
Apply at least 72 hours before travel, excluding weekends and holidays · Taxa: USD 40 for the 30-day route; confirm current charge before payment · Eligible foreign visitors; other nationalities need a sponsor to apply in person.
Validade do passaporte: Foreign visitor-permit applicants: passport or identity document valid at least 6 months after departure.
Na fronteira podem pedir
- Present approved permit, return ticket, accommodation details and local contact.
Verificado em 30 de outubro de 2026 · Fontes: legalaffairs.as.gov ↗, legalaffairs.as.gov ↗, legalaffairs.as.gov ↗
Dinheiro
Usa-se principalmente dinheiro vivo. Cartões raramente aceitos.
Apple Pay — sem dados · Google Pay — sem dados
Caixas eletrônicos: 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.
Verificado em 30 de outubro de 2026 · Fontes: visitamericansamoa.org ↗, travel.gc.ca ↗
Regras e proibições
Proibido
- Illegal-drug possession, use and trafficking carry severe penalties.
Leis que turistas violam sem saber
- Do not overstay the permit; the 30-day US-visa/waiver permit cannot be extended.
Verificado em 30 de outubro de 2026 · Fontes: travel.gc.ca ↗, legalaffairs.as.gov ↗
Cultura e roupas
Religião: Christian values and Samoan cultural traditions are important locally.
Roupas: Cover up in villages; reserve swimwear for the beach. Ask hosts about dress for Sunday church.
Etiqueta
- Ask local hosts before entering village spaces or participating in community activities.
Verificado em 30 de outubro de 2026 · Fontes: 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.
Mês a mês
- janeiro: Jan: wetter season; plan for heavy showers
- fevereiro: Feb: wetter season; plan for heavy showers
- março: Mar: wetter season; plan for heavy showers
- abril: Apr: wetter season; plan for heavy showers
- maio: May: wetter season; plan for heavy showers
- junho: Jun: relatively drier; showers still possible
- julho: Jul: relatively drier; showers still possible
- agosto: Aug: relatively drier; showers still possible
- setembro: Sep: relatively drier; showers still possible
- outubro: Oct: wetter season; plan for heavy showers
- novembro: Nov: wetter season; plan for heavy showers
- dezembro: Dec: wetter season; plan for heavy showers
Melhor época: June–September is relatively drier in NPS guidance; check forecasts and island transport before departure.
Verificado em 30 de outubro de 2026 · Fontes: nps.gov ↗, visitamericansamoa.org ↗
O que levar
- 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
O que não levar / proibido importar
- Assuming mainland US entry permission covers American Samoa
- Depending on outer-island ATMs
Prático
Tomadas: US-style outlets; tourism authority lists 110 V.
Água: Confirm the local water supply with your accommodation before drinking; carry safe water for outings.
Trânsito: pela direita
Seguro: Choose insurance covering medical evacuation and island travel delays.
Verificado em 30 de outubro de 2026 · Fontes: visitamericansamoa.org ↗, home.nps.gov ↗, safetravel.govt.nz ↗
As regras de entrada mudam. Antes da viagem, consulte o site da embaixada ou do serviço de imigração do país.