American Samoa

🚗 Do tourists need a license to drive a car in American Samoa?

  • Yes, tourists are required to have a valid driver's license issued by their home country or an International Driving Permit (IDP) in order to rent and drive a car in American Samoa.
  • This license or permit must be presented when picking up the rental car, along with a valid passport and credit card for payment and security purposes.
  • The minimum age requirement for driving in American Samoa is 21 years old, and some rental car companies may have additional age restrictions or requirements.

🚓 Driver rules in American Samoa

Here are the driver rules in American Samoa:

  • Speed limitations: The maximum speed limit in urban areas is 30 mph, and the maximum speed limit on highways is 45 mph.
  • Mobile Phones use: The use of handheld devices, including mobile phones, while driving is prohibited.
  • Drunk driving: The legal blood alcohol content (BAC) limit is 0.08%. Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is illegal and can result in fines, suspension of driver's license, or imprisonment.
  • Insurance: Drivers are required to have liability insurance that covers at least $20,000 for bodily injury or death per person, $40,000 for bodily injury or death per accident, and $10,000 for property damage.
  • Age limitations: Drivers must be at least 18 years old to apply for a driver's license. Learner's permits are available for 16- and 17-year-olds who have completed a driver education course.