Samoa visa requirements for Rwandans

Travel and visa requirements

Samoan Visa is not required for Rwandans

Stay Duration: 60 days

Entry Requirements

  • Rwanda citizens visiting Samoa are granted visa on arrival for a period of 60 days.
  • Visitors are required to possess passports valid for the proposed duration of stay.
  • Animals must be accompanied by an official certificate of veterinary health and permission from the Department of Agriculture located in Apia, Samoa, before departure to Samoa.
  • Visitors are expected to leave at least two blank pages on their passports to obtain visa stamps.
  • Certificate of vaccination is not required to travel to Samoa.
  • There are no currency restrictions on entering or departing Samoa.
  • Estimated flight time between Rwanda and Samoa is 18.66 hours.
  • Samoa uses the Apia Standard Time zone in Samoa (GMT+13), hence, Samoa is 11 hours ahead of Rwanda 
  • Samoans drive on the left side of the road.
  • Samoa has an equatorial/monsoonal climate and a rainy season from November to April.
  • Samoa and English are the official languages including second-language speakers. There are more speakers of Samoan than English in Samoa.
  • Ancient beliefs co-exist side-by-side with Christianity as the major religion of Samoa.
  •  Samoans live a communal way of life and participate in activities collectively.
  • Tattoos are a very popular and constant part of the Samoan culture and tradition.
  • Samoans have been very visible in boxing, kickboxing, wrestling, and sumo.
  • Samoan culture is undoubtedly central to Polynesian life, and its styles of music, dance, and visual art have gained prominence throughout the Pacific islands and the world.
  • Beaches, monuments, archaeological sites, mountains, sea, waterfalls are at the central of Samoa’s tourism.
  • The lava fields on Savai'i are easily the largest attraction on the island.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Samoa a dangerous place to travel to?

No, Samoa is actually a safe place for tourists but of course, like everywhere in the world, you have to follow those simple rules of watching your belongings and not showing off your money.

Can I make visa extensions in Samoa?

Yes, you can make applications for a visa extension through the Immigration Department of the country before the expiration of your present visa.

What is the capital of Samoa?

Apia is the capital and the largest city of Samoa.The city is located on the central north coast of Upolu, Samoa's second largest island.

Is Samoa good for a holiday?

For a more chilled out holiday, with just as much natural extravagance and the same opportunities for cultural observation, Samoa is the place for a good holiday time.