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Samoa Visa for Zambia Citizens 2026

Visa on Arrival

Zambian citizens can get a visa on arrival at Faleolo International Airport in Samoa for stays of up to 60 days, provided they hold a valid passport, return ticket and proof of funds.

Guide last updated September 28, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid at least 6 months beyond arrival
  • Completed visa-on-arrival application form (given on the flight or at the counter)
  • 2 recent passport-size photos
  • Proof of onward/return ticket
  • Proof of accommodation booking
  • Proof of sufficient funds
  • Visa fee payable in cash (SAT, NZD or USD accepted)
  • No biometrics beyond standard photo/fingerprint at immigration
  • Travel insurance recommended

Visa types

  • Visitor visa on arrival: single entry, up to 60 days, fee approx. SAT 130 (about US$47)
  • Business visa on arrival: same process, for short business visits
  • Temporary Entry Permit / Work Permit: required in advance for stays beyond 60 days or employment, applied through Samoa Immigration in Apia

Visa on arrival

  • Available at the Faleolo International Airport immigration counter on arrival
  • Queue at the visitor visa counter after disembarking
  • Submit passport, arrival form, return ticket and accommodation proof
  • Pay the fee in cash (card accepted at some counters)
  • Receive the visa stamp in your passport
  • Processing takes about 10-20 minutes per traveler depending on queue length

Fees & processing time

  • Visa on arrival fee: approx. SAT 130 (about US$47), payable in tala, NZD or USD cash
  • No separate service fee
  • Total cost: approximately US$47-50
  • Processing: immediate, about 10-20 minutes at the airport
  • No express option needed since it is issued on the spot

Tips for Zambia travelers

  • Carry small denominations of USD or NZD cash, since card payment is not always reliable at the counter
  • Keep printed proof of return ticket and accommodation, as officers ask for them directly
  • There is no Samoan mission in Zambia — pre-trip queries go through Samoa's Ministry of Foreign Affairs website
  • Request an extension at the Apia Immigration office before day 60 rather than overstaying

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.