Barbados visa for Samoan citizens

Barbados passport holders heading to the tropical shores of Samoa will find travel preparations refreshingly straightforward, as a visa on arrival is readily granted upon entry. This convenient process allows visitors to enjoy a maximum stay of 60 days, exclusively for tourism, which is the sole visa type available for this route. Given the vast distance separating the Caribbean from the South Pacific, travelers should anticipate a multi-leg journey, often involving connections through North American hubs like Los Angeles, highlighting the unique global trek between these two island nations. Upon arrival, remember that Samoa operates on the local Tala, so planning for currency exchange is a practical detail to ensure a smooth start to your stay.

Visa-free· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Passport validity
0+ months
Onward ticket
Required
Funds proof
Required
Health insurance
Required
Yellow fever cert.
Required

Visa options

TouristVisitor Visa (Tourism/Business)
180d
WorkShort-Term Work Permit
multiple-entryvalid 1y
WorkLong-Term Work Permit
multiple-entryvalid 2y
WorkCARICOM Skilled National (Work without Work Permit)
$0multiple-entry
WorkFree Movement – Belize, Dominica and St. Vincent and the Grenadines Nationals
$0multiple-entry
StudentStudent Visa
multiple-entry
RetirementSpecial Entry and Reside Permit (SERP) – Indefinite
multiple-entry
RetirementSpecial Entry and Reside Permit (SERP) – Fixed Period
multiple-entry
Digital NomadBarbados Welcome Stamp (12‑Month Remote Work Visa)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
TransitCruise-Ship Visitor (Visa Exemption)
$0
FamilyFamily/Dependent Entry (for Free-Movement Beneficiaries)
$0multiple-entry
OtherVisitor Visa Extension
TransitTransit Visa
OtherVisa Required in Advance
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