French visa for Samoan citizens
A visa is NOT required for Samoan passport holders visiting France for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Samoan citizens to enter France for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | France e-visa for Samoan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | France visa on arrival for Samoan citizens | Not Available | |
France tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Samoan passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in France.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from France.
If you are looking for France visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Samoa, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of France nearest your place of residence.
- Suva: The Embassy of in Suva, ~ 1123.45 kilometers (698.08 mi) away from Apia, Samoa. (Working hours: Close now Lunch time ).
- Port Vila: The Embassy of in Port Vila, ~ 2140.68 kilometers (1330.16 mi) away from Apia, Samoa. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 5 hours 58 minutes).
France visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest France diplomatic mission offices to Samoa for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Samoa traveling to France from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Samoa) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 792 | N/A |
| 2009 | 768 | -3.03% |
| 2010 | 766 | -0.26% |
| 2011 | 805 | 5.09% |
| 2012 | 820 | 1.86% |
| 2013 | 836 | 1.95% |
| 2014 | 837 | 0.12% |
| 2015 | 845 | 0.96% |
| 2016 | 827 | -2.13% |
| 2017 | 868 | 4.96% |
| 2018 | 893 | 2.88% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
France & Samoa comparison
France's area is approximately 547,557 km2 (211,412 sq mi), while the area of Samoa is approximately 2,830 km2 (1,092 sq mi). This means Samoa is 193.48 times smaller than France.
As of April 2024, France's population is ~65.8 million people - 65,644,186 more people than the population of Samoa.
We have highlighted France & Samoa’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| France | Samoa | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 65,847,917 | 203,731 | 65.6 million more people live in France than Samoa |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 267 | 3 | France has 264 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Samoa. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 143 | 94 | France passport holders can visit 49 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 479 | 13 | French hosts 466 more foreign missions than Samoa. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Samoa travel to France in one year?
The number of visitors from Samoa visiting France in 2018 was approximately 893.
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Useful Information
- Paris to Apia: 18435.10 km (11455.04 mi)
- Travel time: 38 hours 24 minutes
This page was last updated on: April 2024