Rwanda visa for Samoan citizens

As a Rwandan passport holder venturing to Samoa, you'll appreciate the straightforward visa-on-arrival process, allowing for an impressive 90-day stay to explore the stunning islands. While the primary visa type available is for tourism, its accessibility means you can fully immerse yourself in Samoan culture for up to three months without pre-application hassle. Be aware that the local currency, the Samoan Tala, differs from the Rwandan Franc, so planning your exchange before arrival will ensure a smoother transition once you land, possibly via flights connecting through major hubs like Nadi, Fiji.

Visa-free30d stay· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Passport validity
6+ months
Yellow fever cert.
Required

Visa options

TouristVE-1 Visitors Visa – Visa Waiver Arrangement
90d$0valid 3mo
TouristVE-1 Visitors Visa – Visa Waiver Arrangement (AU/Commonwealth/La Francophonie 30 days)
30d$0valid 1mo
TouristVE-2 Visitors Visa – Ordinary Visa
30d$50valid 1mo
TouristVE-2 Visitors Visa – Ordinary Visa (Multiple Entry)
90d$70multiple-entryvalid 3mo
FamilyVE-3 Visitors Visa – Family Visit Visa
30d$50valid 1mo
FamilyVE-3 Visitors Visa – Family Visit Visa (Multiple Entry)
90d$70multiple-entryvalid 3mo
BusinessVE-4 Visitors Visa – Conference Visa
30d$50valid 1mo
BusinessVE-4 Visitors Visa – Conference Visa (Multiple Entry)
90d$70multiple-entryvalid 3mo
TransitVE-5 Visitors Visa – Transit Visa
3d$30valid 3d
TouristVE-6 Visitors Visa – Tourist Visa (Visa on Arrival / Entry Visa)
30d$50valid 1mo
TouristVE-6 Visitors Visa – Tourist Visa (Visa on Arrival, Multiple Entry)
90d$70multiple-entryvalid 3mo
TouristVE-7 Visitors Visa – East Africa Tourist Visa
90d$100multiple-entryvalid 3mo
TransitVC – Crew Member Visa
3d$0valid 3d
TouristEast African Community (EAC) Pass / Entry Visa
180d$0valid 6mo
OtherVisa on Arrival – General Entry Visa
30d$50valid 1mo
OtherVisa on Arrival – General Entry Visa (Multiple Entry)
90d$70multiple-entryvalid 3mo
WorkLong-term Visas and Work/Residence Permits (General Category)
StudentStudent Visa / Study Residence Permit (General Category)
FamilyDependent / Family Reunification Residence Permit (General Category)
MedicalHumanitarian / Medical Treatment Permission (General Category)
OtherLaissez-Passer for Rwandan Citizens (Regional Travel Document)
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