Category: Family / Spouse / Dependent Visa
Overview: The Samoa Family/Spouse/Dependent Visa enables foreign nationals to reside in Samoa with their Samoan citizen or resident spouse, parent, or child. It facilitates family reunification, offering a legal pathway for long-term stays.
Eligibility: Applicants must prove a genuine relationship (spouse, child, or parent) with a Samoan citizen or resident. The Samoan sponsor must demonstrate sufficient financial capacity to support the applicant in Samoa.
Processing Time: ~90 days
Visa Duration: 12 months
Renewable: Yes
Work Authorisation: Not permitted
Remote Work Allowed: No
Dependants Allowed: Yes
Path to Residency: Yes
Path to Citizenship: Yes
Sponsor Required: No
Official Government Page: https://www.mpmc.gov.ws/immigration-division/
Summary: The Samoa Family Visa allows foreign family members (spouses, children, parents) to join Samoan citizens or residents. Eligibility requires a genuine relationship and sponsor's financial support, facilitating family reunification and extended residency.