Samoa for citizens of Tonga

🔑 How to enter to Samoa from Tonga

To enter Samoa, Tongan citizens must follow some fairly simple steps. Please note that migration services have the right to request additional documents (return tickets, accommodation reservations and etc.).

1. Before traveling to Samoa, check whether your Tongan passport is valid. Passport must be valid for 6 months after entering Samoa and have at least 1 blank page for entry stamp.
2. Show your Tongan passport to the immigration officer upon arrival.
3. Getting a visa - an entry stamp in your Tongan passport. You are allowed to stay in Samoa for 60 days.

✅ Requirements for Tongan citizens to visit Samoa with tourist visa

• Tongan citizens should provide valid passport. Passport must be valid at the all time of entry to Samoa. The passport must be a minimum of one blank page for the entry stamp.
• Medical insurance is recommended, as treatment of Tongan citizens on the territory of Samoa is carried out on a commercial basis.

❓ FAQ

1. Do citizens of Tonga require a visa to visit the Samoa?

   Tongan citizens do not need a visa to visit the Samoa.

2. How long Tongan citizens are allowed to stay in Samoa without a visa?

   The maximum duration of stay in Samoa for citizens of Tonga for a visa-free stay is 60 days.

3. What happens if a Tongan passport holder stays in Samoa longer than the visa-free period allowed?

   Overstaying visa-free entry to Samoa is punishable by a fine, in case of serious violations a ban on entry to Samoa is possible. It is essential to leave the country before your authorized stay expires or to extend your stay legally if needed.

4. Do citizens of Tonga need to show proof of sufficient funds to enter Samoa without a visa?

   Samoan immigration authorities may ask for proof of sufficient funds or a return ticket when entering the country without a visa. It is advisable to have these documents with you when traveling.

5. What documents are required for Tongan citizens to enter Samoa without a visa?

   Tongan citizens need a valid passport with at least six months validity, a return or onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds to cover their stay in Samoa.

6. Can Tongan work or study during the visa-free stay in Samoa?

   The Samoa visa-free stay is usually for tourism purposes only. For working or studying in Samoa Tongan citizens usually requires a specific visa, and you should not engage in such activities on a tourist visa-free stay.