Travel Updates
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The safety and well-being of our customers remain our priority. That’s why we’re closely monitoring the global COVID-19 situation and will continue to do our best to keep you informed on the latest travel information.
For official government information
For the latest official government travel advice, please visit Smartraveller.
For the latest in-destination COVID-19 updates, please visit Samoa Travel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to be vaccinated to visit Samoa? No, as of 22nd September 2022, passengers are no longer required to show proof of vaccination to enter Samoa. Please refer to Sherpa and Smartraveller for the latest information.
Do my children need to be vaccinated to visit Samoa? No, as of 22nd September 2022, passengers are no longer required to show proof of vaccination to enter Samoa. Please refer to Sherpa and Smartraveller for the latest information.
What testing is required to enter Samoa? As of 22nd September 2022, passengers are no longer required to take a pre-departure test to enter Samoa. Please refer to Sherpa and Smartraveller for the latest information.
What happens if I get COVID-19 before I am due to travel? If you are unable to travel for a reason relating to COVID-19, your booking can be amended to new dates or placed into credit. Refer to our Peace of Mind Guarantee in our Terms and Conditions for more detail or contact your My Samoa consultant to discuss your options.
What happens if I get COVID-19 while in Samoa? If you test positive for COVID-19 whilst in Samoa, you must self-isolate in your hotel for seven days, with a repeat test done on day seven. If still positive, you must self-isolate for a further three days.
Do I need travel insurance to visit Samoa? We strongly recommend that you obtain travel insurance before travelling overseas, so that if COVID-19 impacts your holiday, you will be covered. Please contact your My Samoa consultant to discuss insurance options.
When will I get my documents? Your travel documents will be sent to you via email approximately two weeks prior to departure.
What is the process once I have paid my deposit? Upon paying for your deposit, all you need to do is pay your final balance 60 days before departure. Once your balance has been paid, we will email your travel documents approximately two weeks prior to departure.
Will you notify me when my final payment is due? At present, we do not send out reminders regarding payment due dates. We recommend noting the date on your Booking Advice to ensure the amount is paid before the due date. You will only receive a reminder if your final balance is overdue.
Do I need to book my day tours? All day tours included in your My Samoa holiday package are pre-booked on the dates shown on your itinerary. However, these dates can be changed, subject to availability. If you wish to change the dates of any of your tours, please contact the supplier a minimum of 48 hours before your scheduled departure.
As of 22 September 2022.