American Samoa visa requirements for Congolese citizens
Congolese citizens need a visa for American Samoa, from its embassy or consulate.
COG
Congo
ASM
American Samoa
Visa needed
Apply at the embassy or consulate.
- Visa
- Required
- Last updated
- 11 November 2026
What to do
Find American Samoa's embassy or consulate that covers where you live.
Prepare the application form, photos, bank statements and travel bookings.
Book an appointment early; processing can take several weeks.
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Ways into American Samoa
Most visitors need a 10-day or 30-day permit before travel.
Other routeSponsored 30-day visitor permitA local sponsor applies for visitors who cannot use the other permit routes.
- Stay
- 30 days
- Fee
- US$40
How to apply
- Find a local US citizen or national sponsor aged 21+.
- Ask your sponsor to apply and pay at Immigration.
- Get approval before travel.
- Carry the approval copy your sponsor sends.
Documents required
- Signed form and sponsor ID
- Landowner consent
- Land signatures, deed or lease, as needed
- Passport valid 6 months past departure
- Return ticket within 30 days
- Police clearance from home country
- Minors without parents: notarized consent
- Minors without parents: birth certificate
- Hotel booking
- Apply 3–5 days ahead, excluding weekends and holidays; processing time is not guaranteed.
- Immigration allows one 30-day extension for 50 USD; the tourism page gives different advice.
Sources (12)Last updated 11 November 2026
- Department of Legal Affairs — Travel and Entry
- Department of Legal Affairs — Official visitor application portal
- U.S. Visa / Waiver 30-Day Visitor Permit
- American Samoa's listed waiver countries
- Samoa 10-Day Visitor Permit
- Sponsored Non-U.S. 30-Day Visitor Permit
- Employment and family residence petitions
- American Samoa Visitors Bureau — Entry Requirements
- American Samoa Department of Health — Passenger Travel Health Portal
- U.S. Department of the Interior — American Samoa
- National Park Service — Know Before You Go; contains conflicting arrival-permit information
- Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade — American Samoa and diplomatic representation
Coming from Congo
- Plugs A BAdapter needed
- MoneyUSD $
- Time−12h
- DrivingOn the rightSame as home
- LanguageEnglish
- Emergency911 police
Planning your American Samoa trip
Best time to go: June to September is slightly cooler and drier. The islands are warm, humid and rainy all year, with a wetter season from October to May.
- Fatu ma FutiAlso called Flower Pot Rock, this small, tall island stands about 275 metres offshore. It is home to birds and fruit bats.
- Fagatele Bay National Marine SanctuaryVisit a protected marine area. Reaching it requires a steep, moderately difficult hike.
- National Park of American SamoaExplore the park and enjoy views of Pola Island, also called Cock's Comb.
- Turtle and Shark SiteThis small cove in Vaitogi is linked to an ancient Samoan legend.
Scams to watch for in American Samoa
About American Samoa
American Samoa is an unincorporated United States territory made up of five islands and two atolls.
- Capital
- Pago Pago
- Money
- United States dollar ($)
- Languages
- English, Samoan
- Time zone
- UTC-11:00
- Cars drive on the
- right side
- Calling code
- +1
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Questions
Do congolese citizens need a visa for American Samoa?
Congolese citizens need a visa for American Samoa, from its embassy or consulate.
Where do I apply for a American Samoa visa?
At American Samoa's embassy or consulate that covers where you live. Book an appointment early, as it can take several weeks.
Does a US, UK or Schengen visa help congolese citizens enter American Samoa?
We have no record of American Samoa relaxing its rules for congolese citizens who hold another country's visa. Check with the embassy before you rely on one.
Do other Africa passports get easier entry to American Samoa?
None of the 10 other Africa passports we compared enter without applying first.
Which countries near American Samoa are easier for congolese citizens?
Cook Islands, Niue, Pitcairn Islands, Samoa Tuvalu, and 3 more let congolese citizens in without applying before travel.
What should I carry to American Samoa?
Find American Samoa's embassy or consulate that covers where you live. Prepare the application form, photos, bank statements and travel bookings.
What money is used in American Samoa?
United States dollar ($). Carry some cash for arrival, especially if a visa fee is paid at the border.
What language do people speak in American Samoa?
English and Samoan.
How strong is the Congo passport?
It ranks #85 and reaches 46 destinations without applying ahead.
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