The current State of Emergency in Samoa requires that all international borders remain closed until further notice. Samoa remains free of COVID-19 and we hope to be able to welcome you back once it is safe. For any travellers who have already purchased international travel arrangements are advised to contact their booking agents for further information.
Except in exceptional circumstances approved by Cabinet, all international travel to and from Samoa by plane are ceased. Repatriation of Samoan citizens to Samoa from American Samoa and vice versa may be possible via Samoa Airways. Mandatory COVID-19 testing and quarantine requirements are in effect. For more information, please contact the Ministry of Health.
All boats and ships are prohibited access except in particular circumstances.
1. ALL passengers are advised to communicate straight to the Samoa Health Authorities 21 days before planned travel time by emailing enquiries@health.gov.ws or samoahealth.travelenquiries@gmail.com pertaining to travel advice.
2. All travelers will be assessed on a case-by-case basis before being granted permission to travel to Samoa.
3. Due to the current COVID-19 development in Fiji and other parts of the world, the following is now re-enforced for all passengers;
I A Negative rtPCR COVID test is required to be taken within 72 hours of departure from originating airport. The lab result must be presented in hard copy on arrival into Samoa.
II Medical Clearance signed and done within 120 hours of departure from originating airport. The medical clearance must be presented in hard copy on arrival into Samoa.
Ill. Blood Serology for COVID19 Antibody Test within 5 days before departure from originating airport. Must be presented in hard copy on arrival into Samoa.
IV. Expect quarantine as determined by the Ministry of Health depending on flight details and country of origin.
4. Travelers including crew are NOW required to be fully vaccinated before entry into Samoa with any vaccine pre-qualified by the World Health Organization (AstraZeneca, Pfizer, & Janssen).
5. A legitimate vaccine certificate is required for boarding. Fully vaccinated implies completion of the required prescribed doses as per vaccine used. All should have completed 2 weeks post vaccination prior to travel.
6. A hard copy must be presented on arrival into Samoa.
7. Passengers who haven't been vaccinated or fail to complete required doses of vaccination will be denied boarding.
8. Children under 18 years are exempted from the requirement above.
9. A negative rtPCR COVID test is still required to be taken within 72 hours of departure from originating airport. The lab result must be presented in hard copy on arrival into Samoa.
I0. Medical Clearance signed and done within 120 hours of departure from originating airport is still required. The medical clearance must be presented in hard copy on arrival into Samoa.
11. All passengers who have complied with above requirements should expect quarantine for a period determined by the Ministry of Health depending on vaccine type, and country of origin.
Your compliance with the conditions listed is imperative to ensuring the safety of all travelers and our people in Samoa. We endeavor to keep Samoa COVID-19 Free.
For travel preparations visit the Ministry of Health website at www.health.gov.ws to download the Government of Samoa, Ministry of Health Medical Clearance Health form and for information regarding rules of quarantine.
The Ministry of Health appreciates your full cooperation and patience on arrival as you may experience long delays.
We pray for your safe travel to Samoa.
Cargo, Tankers and Fishing Vessels
1. All crew including any traveler are NOW required to be fully vaccinated before entry into Samoa with any vaccine pre-qualified by the World Health Organization (AstraZeneca, Pfizer, & Janssen).
2. A legitimate vaccine certificate is required and a hard copy must be presented on arrival into Samoa. Fully vaccinated implies completion of the required prescribed doses as per vaccine used.
3. Any crew who hasn't been vaccinated or fail to complete required doses of vaccination will be denied entry.
4. A negative rtPCR COVlD test is still required to be taken within 72 hours of departure from originating seaport. The lab result must be transmitted via email or present hard copy on arrival into Samoa
5. Medical Clearance signed and done within 120 hours of departure from originating airport is still required. The medical clearance must be transmitted via email or present hard copy on arrival into Samoa.
6. Same requirements above will apply to any new joining crew or passenger.
7. All Tankers, Cargo Ships and Fishing vessels entering Samoa with crew change at any port that do not comply with the above, will be quarantined for a period as determined by the Ministry of Health.
ALL TRAVELLERS AND CREW ENTERING SAMOA MUST COMPLY WITH ALL REQUIREMENTS.
Your compliance with the conditions listed is imperative to ensuring the safety of all travelers and our people in Samoa. We endeavor to keep Samoa COVID-19 Free.
For travel preparations visit the Ministry of Health website at www.health.gov.ws to download the Government of Samoa, Ministry of Health Medical Clearance Health form and for information regarding rules of quarantine.
The Ministry of Health appreciates your full cooperation and patience on arrival as you may experie nce long delays.
• If you have any medical conditions or above 60 years of age travelling alone and require regular medical assistance while in quarantine, you are advised to defer your travel until boarders are fully opened.
• All travelers requiring wheelchair assistance and those with special needs must be accompanied by an adult relative in flight and during the mandatory quarantine period.
• All infants and children should be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the quarantine period.
• A written consent is required from parent or legal guardian for any child going into quarantine alone.
• Parents are advised that all children's immunizations are up to date especially measles vaccines due to the recent outbreak.
• Parents/legal guardian travelling with infants /child must ensure sufficient supplies of basic needs
e.g. milk, wipes, diapers, formula etc. for the duration of quarantine.
There are penalties if the conditions of quarantine are breached. This applies to all people in quarantine leaving individuals and families going to quarantine sites.
The Ministry of Health is not responsible or liable for any costs or lost items on arrival or while in quarantine.
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