LebanonAmerican Samoa: Visa required

LebanonAmerican Samoa

Do Lebanon passport holders need a visa for American Samoa?

Visa required

Yes. Lebanon passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to American Samoa.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: legalaffairs.as.gov (checked September 4, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-14

Distance16,595 km, straight line (~20h 1m nonstop)

Visa-free access to American Samoa6 of 243 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? United States passport holders visiting Lebanon: Visa on arrival.

Visa-free alternatives near American Samoa

Lebanon passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Lebanon passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Lebanon passport holders need a visa for American Samoa?

Yes. Lebanon passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to American Samoa.

How far is American Samoa from Lebanon?

About 16,595 km in a straight line, roughly ~20h 1m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in American Samoa?

United States dollar (USD).

What is the emergency number in American Samoa?

911.

What time zone is American Samoa in?

Apia (UTC+13).

What is the nearest airport to Pago Pago?

Pago Pago International Airport (PPG), about 6 km away.

How many countries can enter American Samoa without a visa?

6 of the 243 nationalities this site tracks can enter American Samoa visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Lebanon passport holders visit without a visa instead of American Samoa?

Samoa, Tuvalu, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, Palau, Timor-Leste.

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 Lebanon

Lebanon, officially the Lebanese Republic, is a country in the Levant region of West Asia. Situated at the crossroads of the Mediterranean Basin and the Arabian Peninsula, it is bordered by Syria to the north and east, Israel to the south, and the Mediterranean Sea to the west; Cyprus lies a short distance from the coastline. Lebanon has a population of more than five million and an area of 10,452 square kilometres (4,036 sq mi). Beirut is the country's capital and largest city.

CapitalBeirut

RegionWestern Asia

Population5.8M

Area10,452 km²

CurrencyLebanese pound (1 USD ≈ 89500.00 LBP)

LanguagesArabic, French

Calling code+961

Drives on theright

TimezoneBeirut (UTC+3)

Nearest airportBeirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY), 8 km

Emergency number112 / 140 / 160 / 175

UNESCO sites8

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$4,473 (2024)

Tourist arrivals1.9M (2019)

Climate in Beirut

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

Monthly climate normals for Beirut, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	14.8°C	10°C	210mm	237h
February	15.9°C	10.4°C	172mm	236h
March	18.6°C	12.1°C	175mm	278h
April	20°C	14°C	66mm	347h
May	25.2°C	18°C	40mm	392h
June	26.7°C	20.6°C	6mm	403h
July	29.6°C	23.9°C	0mm	418h
August	30.7°C	24.9°C	5mm	399h
September	31.4°C	25.1°C	2mm	348h
October	29.2°C	22.4°C	3mm	333h
November	22°C	16.1°C	107mm	262h
December	19.8°C	13°C	72mm	255h

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

Lebanon is a country in the Middle East, on the Mediterranean Sea. Rich in diversity and history, Lebanon has hosted the Roman Empire, the Crusades, the Ottoman Empire, and was, for a period of time, controlled by France. The majority of Lebanese are Arabs, as are most of the Palestinians and Syrians living there, but there are also small communities of Assyrians, Armenians and Kurds. Lebanese cuisine is among the most famous of all Middle Eastern cuisines.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Anjar
Baalbek
Byblos
Cathedral of the Holy Cross, Tyre
Mount Amel Castles
Ouadi Qadisha (the Holy Valley) and the Forest of the Cedars of God (Horsh Arz el-Rab)
Rachid Karami International Fair
Tyre

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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. Centered on 14.3°S 170.7°W, 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	26.8°C	24.6°C	810mm	238h
March	27.4°C	25.1°C	124mm	346h
April	27.5°C	25.1°C	308mm	291h
May	27.4°C	25.2°C	157mm	329h
June	26.5°C	24.5°C	401mm	283h
July	26.1°C	24.3°C	180mm	317h
August	26°C	24.3°C	157mm	335h
September	25.9°C	24.1°C	187mm	317h
October	26.2°C	24.2°C	275mm	323h
November	26.5°C	24.2°C	381mm	319h
December	26.7°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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