Amerikanska Samoa

Översikt

American Samoa is an unincorporated territory of the United States located in the South Pacific Ocean, southeast of the sovereign state of Samoa. The main, largest and most populous, island is Tutuila, with the Manu’a Islands, Rose Atoll, and Swains Island also included in the territory.

Hälsa, sjukdomar och vaccination

You are advised to consult a travel health specialist or general practitioner to obtain the latest information on recommended vaccines 4-6 weeks before departure to American Samoa. You should ensure that your routine vaccines (for influenza, chickenpox (or varicella), polio, measles/mumps/rubella (MMR), and diphtheria/pertussis/tetanus (DPT)) are up-to-date. In addition, you are recommended to get immunised against hepatitus A and typhoid, and if you will be spending more than six months, or having regular contact with the local population, you should be vaccinated against hepatitus B. Rabies vaccinations should be sought by those who are likely to come into contact with animals, or will be spending six months or more in American Samoa. As previously stated, there are also occasional outbreaks of dengue fever; therefore you should take the anti-mosquito precautions outlined above.

It is strongly advised that travellers purchase comprehensive medical insurance before travelling to American Samoa. There are general medical facilities available on the islands. However, serious problems may require evacuation to Hawaii or New Zealand.

Pass

To enter American Samoa, a passport that is valid for six months from the date of entry is required for all nationals.

Visum

Visas are not required for US, Canadians and citizens from long term member-states of the EU to visit the territory. If you are a national of a country that has recently joined the EU, or from anywhere else in the world, you should verify at your nearest US embassy whether you require a visa. If you are not a US citizen, and are intending to work or do business in American Samoa, it is likely you will require a visa. Again, you should verify with your nearest American Embassy.

All visitors must possess documentary proof of onward travel, sufficient funds to cover their stay and a confirmed accommodation reservation. Advance hotel reservations are required in the absence of a local sponsor.

Yellow Fever vaccination certificates are required only if you have been in an infected area prior to arrival in American Samoa.