Samoa Travel Health Guide

Routine Vaccines

Make sure you're up-to-date on all routine vaccines including chickenpox, tetanus, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles.

COVID-19

Stay up-to-date with COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for all travelers to Samoa age 1 year and older. Special dosing may apply for infants and high-risk travelers.

Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for unvaccinated travelers under 60. Those 60 and older may also choose to get vaccinated.

Measles

Measles cases are rising worldwide. All travelers should be fully vaccinated with MMR vaccine at least 2 weeks before travel, including early vaccination for infants 6-11 months.

Typhoid

Typhoid vaccine is recommended for most travelers to Samoa, especially if staying with friends/relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.

Rabies

Rabid dogs are uncommon in Samoa, but rabies vaccines may only be available in larger medical facilities. Consider pre-exposure vaccination if you'll have high animal exposure or limited access to medical care.

Yellow Fever

Yellow fever vaccine is not needed for disease protection in Samoa, but is required for entry if coming from countries with yellow fever risk, including airport layovers over 12 hours.