You need a visa for Samoa if you have a Northern Mariana Islander passport

These visas exist for Samoa, but they cannot be applied for online with Northern Mariana Islander nationality. Tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a price.

Visa required

Frequently asked questions

Do Northern Mariana Islander citizens need a visa for Samoa?

Yes. Northern Mariana Islander citizens need a visa for Samoa. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.

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What Samoa may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

Passport valid 6+ months beyond intended stay
Confirmed return or onward ticket required
Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
Confirmed accommodation booking or host details
Recent passport-sized photograph for visa applications
Travel insurance strongly recommended

Entry requirements for Northern Mariana Islander travellers

These rules apply specifically to Northern Mariana Islander passport holders entering Samoa as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

Required
Mandatory proof of return or onward ticket from Samoa
Travelers require proof of a ticket showing their entrance and exit from Samoa.
- This requirement doesn’t apply to the following travelers: -Nationals of Samoa; -Foreign nationals residing in Samoa.
Samoa High Commission Wellington Last checked 2026-08-11
Required
Travelers require a passport valid for at least 6 months after the traveler exits
Travelers need a valid passport to enter Samoa. The traveler's passport must remain valid for at least 6 months after the traveler departs from Samoa.
Samoa High Commission Wellington, New Zealand Last checked 2026-08-11
Recommended
Recommended vaccinations for Samoa
Travelers should consider: -Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B vaccines; -Typhoid vaccine for visits to smaller cities or rural areas; -Routine vaccines including Measles. Additional vaccine recommendations may apply. Consult your healthcare provider and check the source for details.
CDC - Samoa Last checked 2026-08-11
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Samoa
Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Samoa.
Last checked 2026-08-11
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Samoa.
Last checked 2026-08-11
Not required
Transit visa is not required
Travelers do not need a visa to transit through Samoa.
- The traveler must provide a confirmed onward ticket to the destination country.
Last checked 2026-08-11