U.S. Government supports the Government of Samoa’s efforts to combat COVID-19
Press Release Apia, Samoa, May 2nd. Yesterday, the U.S. government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), handed over 45,630 life-saving Pfizer vaccines…
Our Ocean Conference, Palau 2022
The Republic of Palau and the United States are co-hosting the 7th Our Ocean Conference on April 13-14, 2022. The Conference will be a key…
Message for U.S. Citizens: COVID-19 Lockdown in Samoa
The Government of Samoa announced on April 4 that all of Samoa will move to COVID Alert Level 2 effective at 11:59 p.m. on April 5. Under Level 2, businesses…
COVID-19 Information
Last updated: 04/05/22 Quick links: Samoa Ministry of Health COVID-19 latest updates. Government of Samoa COVID-19 latest updates. COVID-19 Information: UPDATE 04/05/22: The Government of…
Grants Program – General Notice of Funding Opportunity
Facebook LIVE Information Session: Grants Program – General Notice of Funding Opportunity: MORE DETAILS & APPLY HERE!! (pdf) The U.S. Embassy Samoa Public…
Ambassador Udall meets with Prime Minister Fiamē
On Friday, February 25, U.S. Ambassador to Samoa Tom Udall and Samoan Prime Minister Honorable Fiamē discussed the United States and Samoa’s priorities, values, and…
Notice of Funding Opportunity
Notice of Funding Opportunity – U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation Grants Program. The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the U.S. Department of…
Peace Corps Assists with Pediatric Vaccine Rollout in Samoa
Peace Corps Samoa is honored to take part in Samoa’s drive to ensure all residents are vaccinated against COVID-19. In early March, the Samoan government…
United with Ukraine – Rolling Updates
The United States remains steadfast in its support for Ukraine’s independence and sovereignty. Follow these links for regular updates from the Department of State: state.gov/united-with-ukraine…
FACT SHEET: Joined by Allies and Partners, the United States Imposes Devastating Costs on Russia
From WhiteHouse.gov. Russia to Face Massive Costs from its Isolation from the Global Financial and Trade System and Cutting-Edge Technology Today, the United States, along…
Credentialing Ceremony – U.S. Ambassador Tom S. Udall
I was honored to present my credentials virtually today to the Samoa Head of State, His Highness Afioga Tuimalealiifano Vaaletoa Sualauvi II. I am humbled…
Indo-Pacific Strategy of the United States
“As Pacific nations, the United States, New Zealand, and Samoa have a deep history and partnership. Our relationship is one of mutual trust, common values,…
Message for U.S. Citizens: updated guidelines for travelers entering Samoa
On February 7, Samoa’s Ministry of Health released updated guidelines for travelers entering Samoa. According to the new guidance, all passengers traveling from or transiting…
Message for U.S. Citizens – Samoa lockdown extended due to COVID-19
UPDATE: 01/28/22: The Government of Samoa announced that the country will move to COVID-19 Level 2 effective at 18:00 local time on Friday, January 28. …
An additional $2.5 million in humanitarian support for Tonga & USS Sampson Delivers Aid
Assistance to Tonga in the Wake of the Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha’apai Eruptions and Tsunami: The United States continues to increase its assistance to the Kingdom…
US$100,000 in support to Tonga
U.S. Embassy SUVA – Today, U.S. Embassy Suva’s Chargé d’affaires Tony Greubel announced the approval of US$100,000 (FJD$212,365) in immediate assistance to support people affected…
Salani Bright Horizons “Cleaning and Greening Project”
“It is an honor for the U.S. Embassy to be part of this cleaning and greening project for the district of Falealii 2, this is…
Asset Management foundation course participants receive certificates of completion
Thirty-seven participants sponsored by #usaidclimateready received certificates of completion from United States Embassy Apia, Political/Economic Officer Mark Hitchcock after successfully completing an Asset Management foundation…
Celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Peace Corps
On December 9th, Peace Corps Samoa’s staff, partner agencies, returned Peace Corps Volunteers, PCV counterparts, and friends came together to celebrate the 60th anniversary of…
Message for U.S. Citizens: Passport Fee to Increase on December 27, 2021
Passport Fee to Increase on December 27, 2021 Effective December 27, 2021, the passport security surcharge fee will increase by USD 20. For minor…
Peace Corps’ 60th celebration
Press Release To commemorate the 60th Anniversary of the U.S. Peace Corps worldwide, Peace Corps Samoa today announced a celebration at Le Manumea Hotel on Thursday,…
CDC COVID-19 Test update. United States Travel Requirements
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Apia Samoa 06 December, 2021. On December 6, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will implement a one-day COVID-19 testing requirement…
A Proclamation on Veterans Day, 2021
From Whitehouse.gov. For generations, millions of Americans have answered the call to serve — taking the sacred oath to defend and preserve our Nation’s ideals…
U.S. Coast Guard Helps Patrol Samoa’s EEZ
From USCG.gov. HONOLULU — The Coast Guard Cutter Oliver Berry crew conducted patrol operations in Samoa’s exclusive economic zone in September 2021, deepening our close…
USAID and Pacific Community (SPC) Launch PROJECT Governance
Suva, Fiji – On September 28, The United States of America, through United States Agency for International Development (USAID), partnered with the Pacific Community (SPC)…
