Low riskOceania · PolynesiaSamoa Travel Health Guide
Low risk
Samoa carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B. Yellow fever vaccine is not needed for disease protection in Samoa, but is required for entry if coming from countries with yellow fever risk, including airport layovers over 12 hours.
Overall risk
Low risk
Malaria
None
Best time to visit
Year-round
Recommended vaccines
Routine Vaccines
Make sure you're up-to-date on all routine vaccines including chickenpox, tetanus, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles.
COVID-19
Stay up-to-date with COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for all travelers to Samoa age 1 year and older. Special dosing may apply for infants and high-risk travelers.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for unvaccinated travelers under 60. Those 60 and older may also choose to get vaccinated.
Measles
Measles cases are rising worldwide. All travelers should be fully vaccinated with MMR vaccine at least 2 weeks before travel, including early vaccination for infants 6-11 months.
Typhoid
Typhoid vaccine is recommended for most travelers to Samoa, especially if staying with friends/relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.
Rabies
Rabid dogs are uncommon in Samoa, but rabies vaccines may only be available in larger medical facilities. Consider pre-exposure vaccination if you'll have high animal exposure or limited access to medical care.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not needed for disease protection in Samoa, but is required for entry if coming from countries with yellow fever risk, including airport layovers over 12 hours.
Disease risks
Emergency numbers
Police
995
Medical / Ambulance
996
Fire
994
U.S. Embassy
+685-21436
Samoa travel health FAQ
Do I need vaccines to travel to Samoa?▼
For travel to Samoa, Routine Vaccines, COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Measles and Typhoid are recommended; Rabies and Yellow Fever may be advised depending on your itinerary. Make sure your routine vaccinations (such as MMR, Tdap, polio and seasonal flu) are up to date, and see a travel-health provider about 4–6 weeks before you leave.
Is there malaria in Samoa?▼
No — Samoa is not considered a malaria-risk destination, so antimalarial medication is not routinely needed. Basic insect-bite precautions are still sensible.
Is it safe to travel to Samoa?▼
From a travel-health standpoint, Samoa is currently rated low risk. Samoa carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B. Yellow fever vaccine is not needed for disease protection in Samoa, but is required for entry if coming from countries with yellow fever risk, including airport layovers over 12 hours.
What are the emergency phone numbers in Samoa?▼
Key emergency numbers in Samoa are Police 995, Medical / Ambulance 996, Fire 994 and U.S. Embassy +685-21436. Save them before you travel and confirm the current numbers with your accommodation on arrival.
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Build my Trip KitSources: CDC Travelers' Health · WHO International Travel and Health. Last updated 2026-07-31. Health conditions and entry rules change — verify with the CDC, WHO and your destination’s authorities before travel. This page is informational and not a substitute for advice from a travel-medicine provider.