Samoa travel details
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Samoa has a population of 2L with main currency as Samoan Tala. The languages spoken are Samoan. Samoa travel safety advice is Exercise normal safety precautions. Automatic teller machines are common in Samoa. Tipping is usually not expected in Samoa. Internet speed in Samoa is on average 1.9 Mbps.In Samoa you drive on the left side.
Samoa travel advice
⬤ Exercise normal safety precautions
Samoa’s Ministry of Health has declared a dengue outbreak and has issued official travel advice for all travellers entering Samoa. Protect yourself against mosquito bites and use insect repellent (see 'Health').
We advise:
Exercise normal safety precautions in Samoa.
Issue Date : 14 May 2024
Samoa weather
Samoa essential details
Plugs
Samoa uses 230V, 50Hz with socket and plug Type I.
Languages
The languages that are typically spoken are Samoan
Money in Samoa
Currencies
Samoa uses the Samoan t?l? (symbol: T), code WST.Banknotes come in denominations of 100, 50, 20, 10, 5 and 2 t?l?s. T?l? is subdivided into 100 senes. Coins come in denominations of 2 and 1 t?l?s and 50, 20 and 10 senes.
ATM
Automatic teller machines are common in Samoa. You can usually find them in both large & small cities.You do not need a chip & PIN card to use an ATM — your standard magnetic card will work fine.
Tipping
Not expected, but can leave extra tip Tipping is usually not expected in Samoa. However, if you are satisfied with the service provided you can show your appreciation by leaving a small ‘extra’ tip.
Internet in Samoa
Internet
Internet speed in Samoa is on average 1.9 Mbps.
Phones
You can buy a SIM card for about 50.10 WST, which includes 1 GB of data plan. You can choose from 2 telecoms: Bluesky or Digicel. Samoa uses GSM mobile networks GSM 900. If you don't want to buy SIM card in Samoa upon arrival, make sure to check the roaming charges with your telecom provider before your departure so there are no surprises when you return home.
Calling
To call Samoa, dial +, then 685 (the country code for Samoa), then the area code and the local number.
Samoa travel details
Driving in Samoa
Road rules
In Samoa you drive on the left side. Most cars have manual transmission (stick). Unless otherwise posted, the speed limits for cars and motorcycles are as follows: 24 km/h (14 mph) in all built-up areas and 40-72 km/h (24-44 mph) on undivided highways.
Emergecy
Universal
999
Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire department
999
Samoa map
Samoa visa advice
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