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Do Samoa passport holders need a visa for United Kingdom?

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Samoa passport holders need an approved electronic travel authorisation (eTA) before travelling to United Kingdom, but no embassy visa.

An electronic travel authorisation must be approved online before departure. No embassy visit.

Source: gov.uk (checked July 18, 2026).

RequirementeTA

Maximum stay6 months

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance15,760 km, straight line (~19h 2m nonstop)

Visa-free access to United Kingdom114 of 228 nationalities tracked

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

Other visa-free destinations for Samoa passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Samoa passport holders need a visa for United Kingdom?

Samoa passport holders need an approved electronic travel authorisation (eTA) before travelling to United Kingdom, but no embassy visa.

How long can Samoa citizens stay in United Kingdom without a visa?

Up to 6 months, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is United Kingdom from Samoa?

About 15,760 km in a straight line, roughly ~19h 2m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in United Kingdom?

British pound (GBP).

What is the emergency number in United Kingdom?

112 / 999.

What time zone is United Kingdom in?

London (UTC+1).

What is the nearest airport to London?

London City Airport (LCY), about 13 km away.

How many countries can enter United Kingdom without a visa?

114 of the 228 nationalities this site tracks can enter United Kingdom 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 Samoa

Samoa, officially the Independent State of Samoa, is an island country in Polynesia, a part of Oceania, which is in the South Pacific Ocean. It consists of two main islands, two smaller, inhabited islands, and several smaller, uninhabited islands, including the Aleipata Islands. Samoa is located 64 km west of American Samoa, 889 km northeast of Tonga, 1,152 km northeast of Fiji, 483 km east of Wallis and Futuna, 1,151 km southeast of Tuvalu, 519 km south of Tokelau, 4,190 km southwest of Hawaii, and 610 km northwest of Niue. The capital and largest city is Apia.

CapitalApia

RegionPolynesia

Population219.3K

Area2,842 km²

CurrencySamoan tālā (1 USD ≈ 2.75 WST)

LanguagesEnglish, Samoan

Calling code+685

Drives on theleft

TimezoneApia (UTC+13)

Nearest airportFaleolo International Airport (APW), 28 km

Emergency number994 / 995 / 996 / 999

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$5,873 (2025)

Tourist arrivals23.9K (2020)

Climate in Apia

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

Monthly climate normals for Apia, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	29.1°C	25.1°C	1044mm	263h
February	29°C	24.9°C	827mm	198h
March	30.1°C	25.3°C	154mm	338h
April	29.7°C	25.4°C	290mm	285h
May	29.8°C	25.5°C	108mm	332h
June	28.4°C	24.8°C	380mm	284h
July	28.3°C	24.5°C	280mm	312h
August	28.3°C	24.4°C	150mm	334h
September	28.2°C	24.3°C	299mm	311h
October	28.4°C	24.6°C	260mm	329h
November	28.9°C	24.3°C	513mm	305h
December	28.5°C	24.5°C	543mm	275h

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

Samoa is an island nation in the South Pacific Ocean, part of Polynesia. It is an archipelago of 10 islands with ancient cultures, dramatic landscapes, and a variety of activities to do, such as snorkelling in Samoa's vibrant coral gardens. With a total of 400 kms along its shoreline, it boasts stunning palm-fringed, white-sand beaches and crystal-clear turquoise lagoons.

Upcoming public holidays

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

December 26, 2026Boxing Day

January 1, 2027New Year's Day

Full source list on About.

About United Kingdom

The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, commonly known as the United Kingdom (UK) or Britain, is a country in Northwestern Europe, off the coast of the continental mainland. It comprises England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, with a population of over 69 million in 2025. The UK includes the island of Great Britain, the north-eastern part of the island of Ireland, and most of the smaller islands within the British Isles, covering 94,354 square miles (244,376 km2). It shares a land border with the Republic of Ireland and is surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, the North Sea, the English Channel, the Celtic Sea and the Irish Sea, while maintaining sovereignty over the Crown Dependencies and the British Overseas Territories. The capital and largest city of England and the UK is London; Edinburgh, Cardiff and Belfast are the national capitals of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, respectively.

CapitalLondon

RegionNorthern Europe

Population69.5M

Area242,900 km²

CurrencyBritish pound (1 USD ≈ 0.75 GBP)

LanguagesEnglish

Calling code+44

Drives on theleft

TimezoneLondon (UTC+1)

Nearest airportLondon City Airport (LCY), 13 km

Emergency number112 / 999

UNESCO sites37

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$57,602 (2025)

Tourist arrivals11.1M (2020)

Climate in London

Warmest August, coolest December, driest May, sunniest May.

Monthly climate normals for London, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	9.4°C	3.8°C	59mm	127h
February	10.2°C	3.6°C	103mm	157h
March	10.8°C	3.1°C	45mm	229h
April	16.6°C	5.6°C	34mm	323h
May	19.1°C	7.8°C	5mm	397h
June	20.5°C	11.5°C	80mm	324h
July	21.7°C	12.9°C	47mm	320h
August	23.5°C	15.3°C	74mm	313h
September	20°C	11°C	25mm	266h
October	14.1°C	8.2°C	159mm	169h
November	12.4°C	5.9°C	48mm	141h
December	8.1°C	3°C	85mm	117h

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

The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland is a constitutional monarchy comprising most of the British Isles. It is a union of four constituent countries: England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales, each of which has something unique and exciting for visitors.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Blaenavon Industrial Landscape
Blenheim Palace
Buildings and architecture of Bath
Canterbury Cathedral, St Augustine's Abbey, and St Martin's Church
Castles and Town Walls of King Edward in Gwynedd
Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape
Derwent Valley Mills
Durham Castle and Cathedral
Flow Country
Forth Bridge

Upcoming public holidays

November 30, 2026Saint Andrew's Day

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

December 28, 2026Boxing Day

Full source list on About.