Samoa
China
China visa for Samoan citizens
Entry requirement
Samoan citizens do not need a visa for China: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at ws.china-embassy.gov.cn
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Chinese citizens travelling to Samoa
ChinaSamoa Visa-free, 30 days Samoa visa for citizens of China
Travel advice for China
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from Samoa to China, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates China at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 18 October 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to China (updated 27 August 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for China (updated 27 October 2026). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
How long Samoan citizens can stay in China
Samoan citizens may stay in China for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to China.
China’s neighbours for Samoan citizens
Pakistan and Russia admit Samoan citizens visa-free. Tajikistan, Afghanistan, Myanmar and North Korea require Samoan citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Chinese citizens travelling to Samoa
Chinese citizens can visit Samoa without a visa for up to 30 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Samoa and China.
Frequently asked questions
Do Samoan citizens need a visa for China?
Samoan citizens do not need a visa for China: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
How long can Samoan citizens stay in China?
Samoan citizens can stay in China for up to 30 days.
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Samoa?
Chinese citizens can visit Samoa without a visa for up to 30 days.
Can Samoan citizens enter China visa-free?
Yes, Samoan citizens can enter China without a visa and stay for up to 30 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.