Department of
Legal Affairs
The American Samoa Entry Permit Waiver Program permits citizens of specific countries to visit American Samoa without needing an entry-permit or visa for a period of 30 days or less. See the list on the right of all the participating countries. If you hold a passport from these countries, then you are eligible to apply for a permit waiver. You must apply and receive authorization at least 3 business days prior to travel. Real time approvals will no longer be available and arriving at the airport without a previously approved OK Board will likely result in being denied boarding.
Travelers entering American Samoa to board fishing vessels or other commercial vessels are not eligible for the EPWP. Cruise ship passengers does NOT need to apply for an OK Board. Check below for requirements or click here to start the application process
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NOTE: Starting October 19,2023 the $20 USD fee will change to $40 USD
Documentary Requirements for Travel Under the EPWP
Travelers to American Samoa under the EPWP, must have a valid passport for at least 6 months after planned departure from American Samoa
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Passports must be issued by the proper passport authority and must meet international standards for storing and securing information corresponding to the passport and bearer.
What you would need when applying online:
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A copy of your Passport;
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A copy of your ticket or itinerary indicating that a round-trip ticket or onward passage;
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Your local contact information when on island;
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A valid credit card to pay the non-refundable application processing fee.
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What happens when I get approved for entry under the EPWP?
You will be provided with an authorization to enter American Samoa by way of an OK Board that you will be required to bring with you upon arrival.
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What if I have not applied for an Entry Permit Waiver before I arrive in American Samoa?
You may be turned away at any of the Ports of Entry if you do not apply for and receive approval (by way of an OK Board) from the Attorney General's Office.
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Andorra
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Australia
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Austria
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Belgium
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Brunei
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Canada
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Chile
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Croatia
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Czech Republic
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Denmark
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Estonia
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Finland
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Federal States of Micronesia
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France
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Germany
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Greece
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Hungary
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Iceland
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Ireland
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Israel
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Italy
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Japan
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Latvia
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Liechtenstein
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Lithuania
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Luxembourg
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Malta
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Marshall Islands
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Monaco
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Netherlands
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New Zealand
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Norway
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Palau
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Portugal
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Poland
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San Marino
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Singapore
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Slovakia
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Slovenia
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South Korea
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Spain
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Sweden
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Switzerland
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Taiwan
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United Kingdom*