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→ Samoa visa for Jamaican citizens

As a Jamaican passport holder, you'll find a convenient visa-on-arrival process when heading to Samoa, allowing for a generous stay of up to 60 days. This single-entry tourist visa, readily available upon landing, simplifies your journey to the stunning islands. Considering Samoa operates on Samoa Standard Time (SST), which is UTC+13, be mindful of the significant time difference from Jamaica when planning your travel and communicating with those back home.

Visa on arrival60d stay· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Passport validity
6+ months
Onward ticket
Required
Funds proof
Required

Visa options

TouristVisitor Permit (Tourist, up to 60 days)
60d$0valid 2mo
TouristVisitor Permit (Tourist, up to 90 days on arrival)
90dvalid 3mo
TouristVisitor Permit Extension
365dvalid 1y
Apply
BusinessBusiness Visitor Permit (up to 60 days)
60d$0valid 2mo
BusinessBusiness Visitor Permit (up to 90 days on arrival)
90dvalid 3mo
InvestorTemporary Resident Permit – Business and Investment
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
WorkTemporary Resident Permit – Employment
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
StudentTemporary Resident Permit – Study
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
OtherTemporary Resident Permit – Academic Research
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
OtherTemporary Resident Permit – Cultural and Religious Purposes
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
FamilyTemporary Resident Permit – Family Support or Reunion
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
OtherPermanent Resident Permit
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
OtherMinisterial Entry Permit
Apply
TouristVisitor Entry Permit Fee
$200
Apply
InvestorTemporary Residence Permit - Business and Investment (Main applicant - Off island)
$900
Apply
InvestorTemporary Residence Permit - Business and Investment (Main applicant - In country)
$1800
Apply
InvestorTemporary Residence Permit - Business and Investment (Dependent spouse/child)
$450
Apply
WorkTemporary Residence Permit - Employment (Main applicant - Off island)
$900
Apply
WorkTemporary Residence Permit - Employment (Main applicant - In country)
$1800
Apply
WorkTemporary Residence Permit - Employment (Dependent spouse/child)
$450
Apply
StudentTemporary Residence Permit - Study (Main applicant)
$450
Apply
StudentTemporary Residence Permit - Study (Dependent spouse/child)
$200
Apply
OtherTemporary Residence Permit - Academic/Scientific Research (Main applicant)
$1200
Apply
OtherTemporary Residence Permit - Academic/Scientific Research (Dependent spouse/child)
$450
Apply
OtherTemporary Residence Permit - Cultural or Religious purposes (Main applicant)
$300
Apply
OtherTemporary Residence Permit - Cultural or Religious purposes (Dependent spouse/child)
$200
Apply
FamilyTemporary Residence Permit - Family Support or Reunion (Any applicant)
$200
Apply

Sources

Samoa Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade – VisasSamoa Immigration – Permit Services (Ministry of the Prime Minister and Cabinet)Samoa Immigration – Ministry of the Prime Minister and Cabinet