SamoaLesotho: Visa-free

SamoaLesotho

Do Samoa passport holders need a visa for Lesotho?

Visa-free

No. Samoa passport holders do not need a visa to visit Lesotho for tourism.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

Source: sanilodge.co.za (checked July 18, 2026).

    RequirementVisa-free
    Maximum stayLength of stay varies
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelNone, travel on your passport
    Data as of2026-10-14
    Distance14,761 km, straight line (~17h 52m nonstop)
    Visa-free access to Lesotho111 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Lesotho passport holders visiting Samoa: Visa-free.

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Frequently asked questions

Do Samoa passport holders need a visa for Lesotho?

No. Samoa passport holders do not need a visa to visit Lesotho for tourism.

How far is Lesotho from Samoa?

About 14,761 km in a straight line, roughly ~17h 52m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Lesotho?

Lesotho loti (LSL).

What is the emergency number in Lesotho?

112 / 114 / 115.

What time zone is Lesotho in?

Maseru (UTC+2).

What is the nearest airport to Maseru?

Moshoeshoe I International Airport (MSU), about 17 km away.

How many countries can enter Lesotho without a visa?

111 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Lesotho 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.