Travel from New Zealand to Samoa is straightforward
This is the generic answer for any New Zealand citizen. Not legal or medical advice — verify with your airline and destination authorities before travel.
New Zealand passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Samoa for stays of up to 90 days.
Generic country-level guidance for Samoa. Verify against the official source before you travel.
This page covers a direct flight to Samoa. If your route connects through a third country, that country may require its own transit visa — sometimes even for a short airside layover. Transit rules depend on your specific routing, so check the country you connect through separately, or analyse your full itinerary.
You're travelling to Samoa (WS). Your home cellular plan may or may not include data abroad — check your carrier's international options before you fly. An eSIM is a low-commitment alternative if your plan doesn't cover the destination or charges high roaming rates.
Declare NZD 10,000 or equivalent when entering or leaving New Zealand (NZ). Form: Border cash report. Declare NZD$10,000+ on entry or exit
Typical September conditions at APW (Samoa (WS)): wet. Typical lows around 23°C, highs around 29°C, frequent rainfall (~200mm for the month). Expect frequent rainfall this month (~200mm typical). Pack a compact rain shell and a small umbrella.
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