VenezuelaAmerican Samoa: Visa required

VenezuelaAmerican Samoa

Do Venezuela passport holders need a visa for American Samoa?

Visa required

Yes. Venezuela 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 of2026-10-19

Distance11,415 km, straight line (~13h 56m nonstop)

Visa-free access to American Samoa6 of 243 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? United States passport holders visiting Venezuela: e-Visa.

Visa-free alternatives near American Samoa

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

Other visa-free destinations for Venezuela passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Venezuela passport holders need a visa for American Samoa?

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

How far is American Samoa from Venezuela?

About 11,415 km in a straight line, roughly ~13h 56m 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 Venezuela passport holders visit without a visa instead of American Samoa?

Samoa, Fiji, Tuvalu, French Polynesia, Kiribati, New Caledonia.

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 Venezuela

Venezuela, officially the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, is a country on the northern coast of South America, consisting of a continental landmass and various islands and islets in the Caribbean Sea. It comprises an area of 912,050 km2 (352,140 sq mi), with a population estimated at 31.8 million in 2025. The capital and largest urban agglomeration is Caracas. The continental territory is bordered on the north by the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, on the west by Colombia, on the south by Brazil, on the east by Guyana, and on the northeast by Trinidad and Tobago. Venezuela consists of 23 states, the Capital District, and the Federal Dependencies covering Venezuela's offshore islands. Venezuela is among the most urbanized countries in Latin America, with an estimated urbanization rate of 88.4% in 2022. The vast majority of Venezuelans live in urban areas in the north, including in the capital.

CapitalCaracas

RegionSouth America

Population28.5M

Area916,445 km²

CurrencyVenezuelan bolívar soberano (1 USD ≈ 881.07 VES)

LanguagesSpanish

Calling code+58

Drives on theright

TimezoneCaracas (UTC-4)

Nearest airportBarinas Airport (BNS), 66 km

Emergency number171 / 911

UNESCO sites3

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$3,495 (2025)

Tourist arrivals429K (2017)

Climate in Caracas

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

Monthly climate normals for Caracas, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	31.8°C	21.9°C	41mm	344h
February	33.9°C	22.9°C	11mm	325h
March	35.8°C	24°C	3mm	344h
April	34.6°C	24.4°C	44mm	321h
May	32.9°C	24°C	175mm	319h
June	30.7°C	22.4°C	286mm	307h
July	29.6°C	21.9°C	400mm	316h
August	30°C	22.2°C	356mm	314h
September	30.6°C	22.2°C	248mm	318h
October	30.2°C	22.2°C	246mm	323h
November	29.3°C	22.2°C	221mm	289h
December	30.4°C	21.5°C	30mm	338h

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

Venezuela is replete with stunning natural wonders and sights such as countless national parks, magnificent waterfalls, and three UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The world's tallest waterfall, the Angel Falls, is found here.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Canaima National Park
Coro and its Port
University City of Caracas

Upcoming public holidays

December 24, 2026Nochebuena

December 25, 2026Navidad

December 31, 2026Nochevieja

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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. 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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