Travel Vaccines and Advice for Samoa

Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for Samoa. The National Travel Health Network and Centre and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Samoa: COVID-19, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, rabies and tetanus.

Dengue is present in Samoa. Ensure you’re protected from mosquito bites with repellent or netting.

Traveller’s diarrhoea is another risk in Samoa and throughout the world. A traveller’s diarrhoea kit is recommended for all travellers.

See our vaccinations page to learn more about these infections and vaccines. Ready to protect yourself? Book your travel health appointment today by calling or schedule online now.

No visa is required for Samoa for stays under 60 days. Traveller passports must be valid for at least six months beyond the date of arrival. Proof of yellow fever vaccination may be required if you are travelling from a region where yellow fever is present.

Samoa Entry Requirements
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Sources: Embassy of Samoa and GOV.UK

As a channel of islands near the equator, Samoa’s climate is tropical. It is hot and humid with temperatures in the mid-to-high 20’s. Breezes cool the eastern and south-eastern parts of the island channel.

Samoa has a wet season and a dry season. The dry season runs from May to October and the wet season runs from November to April.

Samoa is a relatively safe country. Petty theft and robberies are common in some areas. Stay aware of your surroundings at all times and avoid travelling at night.

Other violent assaults, like sexual assaults, are rare in Samoa, but do occur. Always be cautious especially when visiting Apia’s city centre nightlife. Alcohol can cause situations to escalate and turn violent. Ensure to always keep your wits about you.

Protests, road blocks, and hostility can arise because of ongoing disputes between villages and the government. of Samoa and the country’s central government. Keep an eye out for early signs of demonstrations forming around you. Remove yourself before things become violent.

As a channel of islands, Samoa has many incredible sea sights and water activities to be enjoyed. One of the most peculiar of these features is actually hidden deep in Samoa’s dense jungle. The To Sua Ocean Trench is what the name translates to, a giant swimming hole.

To Sua is a 30-metre deep swimming hole that is full of clear salt water. Visitors can swim in this water after climbing down a long set of steps to a wooden diving platform. This peculiar feature of Samoa was formed naturally by an ancient lava tube cave.

Be sure to take these key items with you on your trip to Samoa:

• Modest Clothing – Samoa’s culture is traditional, especially in the villages. Dress as modestly as possible within reason. Cover your shoulders when you can and avoid wearing short skirts or dresses.
• Swimsuit Cover – You’ll want to have a coverup for at the seaside. Bathing suits are okay to wear when speaking or sunbathing. But, you should cover up before you get there and after you leave.
• Reef Shoes – The seasides are covered with fine sand. But, if you plan on entering the water, you’ll want to be wearing reef shoes. These help prevent cutting your feet on mostly coral shores.

If you are in Samoa and have an emergency (for example, been attacked, arrested or someone has died) contact the nearest consular services. Contact the embassy before arrival if you have additional questions on entry requirements, safety concerns or are in need of assistance.

While there is no consulate or embassy in Samoa, it is served by the British embassy in New Zealand:

British High Commission New Zealand
44 Hill Street
Thorndon
Wellington 6011
New Zealand
Telephone: +64 (0) 4 924 2888
Fax: +64 (0) 4 473 4982
Contact Form: Click Here

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