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American Samoa

Pacific Ocean · English

American Samoa

Where fa'a Samoa—a living culture, not a museum piece—shapes daily life at a fraction of Western costs, and the matai system keeps community bonds stronger than anywhere you've left behind.

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CLIMATE
Pacific Ocean
28°C avg · 2600h sun/yr
CURRENCY
USD $
LANGUAGE
English
SAFETY
Moderate
#1 globally · Safety index 54/100
COST OF LIVING
TIME ZONE
UTC-11

What it's like to live in American Samoa

American Samoa is an unincorporated territory of the United States located in the South Pacific Ocean, situated approximately 2,300 miles southwest of Hawaii. This archipelago consists of five main volcanic islands and two coral atolls, with a total...


Cost of living
1-bed apartment, city
$325Apartment (1 bedroom) in City…
Dinner for two
$0.00Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
Monthly groceries
$2.55Milk (regular), (1 liter)
Public transit (month)
$0.00One-way Ticket (Local Transpo…
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Healthcare

  • American Samoa's healthcare system is primarily public, centered around the LBJ Tropical Medical Center and community health centers, heavily subsidized by the government.
  • Access to public healthcare is largely through Medicaid for eligible residents, with very limited private healthcare options available in the territory.
  • Expats who are U.S. citizens with original Medicare plans may find coverage, but others should secure comprehensive travel medical insurance, including medical evacuation.
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Entry Requirements & Visa Options

American Samoa, an unincorporated U.S. territory, maintains distinct entry requirements separate from the mainland United States. US citizens and nationals (including those with U.S. visas, visa waivers, or green cards) enjoy visa-free entry for up to 30 days for tourism or business, requiring only a valid U.S. passport or certified birth certificate with photo ID. A 30-day visitor permit can be applied for online in advance via the American Samoa Legal Affairs website or obtained upon arrival at Pago Pago...

Visa-free entry: 30 days
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Work permits available
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