Canada visa for Samoan citizens

Canadians planning a visit to Samoa will find entry remarkably simple, benefiting from a "visa on arrival" status that allows for stays up to 90 days on a single tourist entry permit. Reaching this pristine South Pacific nation from Canada typically involves connecting flights through major hubs like Fiji or New Zealand, a journey that often crosses the International Date Line, effectively causing you to "lose" a calendar day westbound. While there's no pre-arranged visa fee for this direct entry, travelers should be mindful of Samoa's rich cultural traditions, including the strong emphasis on Sunday observance (Sa), where many activities pause. This straightforward process makes planning for an unforgettable escape to the serene Samoan islands, renowned for their stunning natural beauty, exceptionally smooth.

eTA180d stay· verified 2026-05-27
Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)
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Entry requirements

Passport validity
0+ months
Funds proof
Required
Health insurance
Not required
Biometrics
Required

Visa options

TouristVisitor visa (temporary resident visa) – single-entry
180d$82
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TouristVisitor visa (temporary resident visa) – multiple-entry
180d$82multiple-entryvalid 10y
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FamilySuper visa (for parents and grandparents)
1825d$82multiple-entry
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TransitTransit visa
$0
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OtherElectronic Travel Authorization (eTA) – air travel
180d$5multiple-entryvalid 5y
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OtherElectronic Travel Authorization (eTA) – eligible visa‑required nationals by air
180d$5multiple-entryvalid 5y
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StudentStudy permit
$127multiple-entry
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StudentTemporary resident visa for short-term study (travel visa)
180d$82multiple-entry
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WorkEmployer-specific work permit
$189multiple-entry
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WorkOpen work permit
$283multiple-entry
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Working HolidayInternational Experience Canada (IEC) – Working Holiday work permit
$189multiple-entry
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WorkInternational Experience Canada (IEC) – Young Professionals work permit
$189multiple-entry
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WorkInternational Experience Canada (IEC) – International Co-op (Internship) work permit
$189multiple-entry
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BusinessTemporary resident visa (business visitor)
180d$82multiple-entryvalid 10y
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OtherTemporary resident permit (TRP) for inadmissible persons
$210
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FamilyVisitor visa (temporary resident visa) – accompanying family member of worker or student
180d$82multiple-entry
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eTA required if arriving by air.

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