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New Zealand Embassy in Samoa

1 embassy

New Zealand is represented in Samoa by 1 mission: an embassy in Apia. Samoan citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to New Zealand.

New Zealand Embassy in Apia

High Commission of New Zealand in Apia

High Commission · Apia

Today · Closed
Address
Beach Road, Apia
Head of mission
Si'alei van Toor

New Zealand has its embassy in Apia, the capital; the address on record is Beach Road, Apia. The head of mission on record is Si'alei van Toor. Its phone number and website are on its page.

New Zealand visa for Samoan citizens

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New Zealand visa requirements for citizens of Samoa

  • Visitor Visa
  • Transit through Auckland – brief
  • Study and work (brief)
  • Fee: NZ$441
  • 5 required documents

checked 22 October 2026

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New Zealand requires Samoan citizens to hold a visa issued in advance. In Samoa, applications go to the New Zealand embassy in Apia, or to a visa centre working for New Zealand.

Samoa’s missions in New Zealand

Missions of Samoa in New Zealand (2)

In return, Samoa has 2 missions in New Zealand, including its embassy in Wellington.

Good to know

New Zealand in Samoa

Worldwide, New Zealand has 81 missions in 59 countries; one of them is in Samoa.

Travel to Samoa for New Zealand citizens

New Zealand citizens can get a visa on arrival in Samoa, valid for stays of up to 90 days. In Samoa, New Zealand citizens can turn to the New Zealand embassy for passports and emergency help.

When the New Zealand embassy in Samoa is closed

The New Zealand embassy in Samoa closes on Samoa’s public holidays, the next being Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026, St. Stephen's Day (Boxing Day) on Saturday 26 December 2026 and New Year's Day on Friday 1 January 2027, and usually on some holidays of New Zealand, such as Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the New Zealand embassy in Samoa?

The New Zealand embassy is in Apia, at Beach Road, Apia.

Do Samoan citizens need a visa for New Zealand?

Samoan citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to New Zealand.

Do New Zealand citizens need a visa for Samoa?

New Zealand citizens can get a visa on arrival in Samoa, valid for stays of up to 90 days.

Does Samoa have an embassy in New Zealand?

Yes, Samoa has its embassy in Wellington, along with 1 other mission in New Zealand.