American SamoaQatar: Visa on arrival

American SamoaQatar

Do United States passport holders need a visa for Qatar?

Visa on arrival

A visa is not required in advance. United States passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Qatar, typically valid for 3 months.

A visa is issued at the border on arrival, usually for a fee, with no advance application.

American Samoa does not issue its own passport; residents travel on a United States passport. See the United States passport.

Source: en.wikipedia.org (checked September 12, 2026).

RequirementVisa on arrival

Maximum stay3 months

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance15,454 km, straight line (~18h 41m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Qatar78 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Qatar passport holders visiting American Samoa: e-Visa.

Other visa-free destinations for United States passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do United States passport holders need a visa for Qatar?

A visa is not required in advance. United States passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Qatar, typically valid for 3 months.

How long can United States citizens stay in Qatar without a visa?

Up to 3 months, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Qatar from American Samoa?

About 15,454 km in a straight line, roughly ~18h 41m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Qatar?

Qatari riyal (QAR).

What is the emergency number in Qatar?

112 / 999.

What time zone is Qatar in?

Qatar (UTC+3).

What is the nearest airport to Doha?

Doha International Airport (DIA), about 7 km away.

How many countries can enter Qatar without a visa?

78 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Qatar visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About American Samoa

American Samoa is a self-governing, unincorporated and unorganized territory of the United States located in the south Pacific Ocean, within the Polynesia subregion of Oceania. It is 40 miles (64 km) southeast of the island country of Samoa, east of the International Date Line and the French territory of Wallis and Futuna, west of the Cook Islands, north of Tonga, and some 310 miles (500 km) south of Tokelau. American Samoa is the southernmost territory of the United States, situated 2,200 miles (3,500 km) southwest of the U.S. state of Hawaii, and one of two U.S. territories south of the Equator, along with the uninhabited Jarvis Island.

CapitalPago Pago

RegionPolynesia

Population46K

Area199 km²

CurrencyUnited States dollar (1 USD ≈ 1.00 USD)

LanguagesEnglish, Samoan

Calling code+1684

Drives on theright

TimezoneApia (UTC+13)

Nearest airportPago Pago International Airport (PPG), 6 km

Emergency number911

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$18,017 (2022)

Tourist arrivals900 (2020)

Climate in Pago Pago

Warmest March, coolest September, driest March, sunniest March. Best time to visit: March, April, May, July, August, September, October.

Monthly climate normals for Pago Pago, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	27°C	24.8°C	482mm	288h
February	26.9°C	24.6°C	810mm	238h
March	27.5°C	25.1°C	124mm	346h
April	27.6°C	25.1°C	308mm	291h
May	27.5°C	25.2°C	158mm	329h
June	26.5°C	24.5°C	399mm	283h
July	26.1°C	24.3°C	181mm	317h
August	26°C	24.2°C	156mm	335h
September	25.9°C	24.1°C	188mm	317h
October	26.2°C	24.1°C	274mm	323h
November	26.5°C	24.2°C	381mm	319h
December	26.8°C	24.2°C	703mm	291h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

American Samoa is a U.S. territory in the South Pacific Ocean that lies about 100 km (60 mi) east of its neighboring country of Samoa, which is part of the same archipelago. American Samoa consists of five main islands and two coral atolls; the largest and most populous island is Tutuila, with the Manuʻa Islands, Rose Atoll and Swains Island also included in the territory.

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About Qatar

Qatar, officially the State of Qatar, is a country in West Asia. It occupies the Qatar Peninsula on the northeastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula in the Middle East; it shares its sole land border with Saudi Arabia to the south, with the rest of its territory surrounded by the Persian Gulf. The Gulf of Bahrain, an inlet of the Persian Gulf, separates Qatar from nearby Bahrain. The capital is Doha, home to over 80% of the country's inhabitants. Most of the land area is made up of flat, low-lying desert.

CapitalDoha

RegionWestern Asia

Population3M

Area11,586 km²

CurrencyQatari riyal (1 USD ≈ 3.64 QAR)

LanguagesArabic

Calling code+974

Drives on theright

TimezoneQatar (UTC+3)

Nearest airportDoha International Airport (DIA), 7 km

Emergency number112 / 999

UNESCO sites1

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$72,525 (2025)

Tourist arrivals582K (2020)

Climate in Doha

Warmest July, coolest January, driest May, sunniest June. Best time to visit: February, November, December.

Monthly climate normals for Doha, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	21.9°C	12.6°C	19mm	283h
February	24.8°C	13.6°C	1mm	283h
March	27.9°C	16.8°C	19mm	310h
April	33.8°C	22.1°C	41mm	285h
May	39.1°C	24.6°C	0mm	361h
June	43.7°C	28.6°C	0mm	372h
July	43.5°C	30.6°C	0mm	364h
August	43.5°C	30.2°C	0mm	353h
September	40.9°C	27.1°C	0mm	331h
October	35.4°C	23.1°C	0mm	339h
November	30.2°C	20.1°C	1mm	298h
December	25.2°C	16°C	1mm	294h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Qatar is a rich Arab state occupying a small peninsula extending into the Persian Gulf to the north of Saudi Arabia. Many come to the Middle East seeking the mystic, traditional life of the Bedouins, wandering the desert with their life's belongings on a camel's back. Although tradition is still an important part of the Qatari ethos, the country has well and truly moved into the twenty-first century with the piercing glass skyscrapers of Doha, a booming trade sector and a new-found place in international diplomacy. Qatar offers a unique blend of cultural authenticity and modern luxury, making it a major tourism hub in the region.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

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