Heard Island and McDonald Islands visa requirements for Samoan citizens in 2026
Checked 1 Sep 2026
No changes since 1 Sep 2026
Entry requirement
Visa required — apply before you travel
Purpose
Tourism
How to enter
Samoan passport holders travelling for tourism should use the route below to enter Heard Island and McDonald Islands.
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Embassy Visa
For Samoan citizens looking to travel to Heard Island and McDonald Islands, securing a visa prior to arrival is mandatory. Please consult the nearest Heard Island and McDonald Islands embassy or consulate for detailed visa application procedures.
ENTRY
Embassy Visa
PURPOSE
Tourist
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa for Heard Island and McDonald Islands from Samoa?
Yes, a visa is required for Samoan citizens.
Do Samoan citizens need a visa for Heard Island and McDonald Islands in 2026?
Yes, a visa is required for Samoan citizens. Options include: Embassy Visa.
Can Samoan citizens travel to Heard Island and McDonald Islands?
Yes, Samoan citizens can travel to Heard Island and McDonald Islands, but a visa is required.
What is the maximum length of stay in Heard Island and McDonald Islands with Embassy Visa for Samoan citizens?
The maximum length of stay in Heard Island and McDonald Islands with Embassy Visa is not specified. Samoan citizens must leave the country within the specified period.
What happens if a Samoan citizen overstays their visa in Heard Island and McDonald Islands?
Overstaying a visa in Heard Island and McDonald Islands can result in fines, penalties, and potentially being banned from entering Heard Island and McDonald Islands in the future. It is important to comply with the length of stay specified with the visa and leave the country within the allotted time.
About Heard Island and McDonald Islands
- Official
- Heard Island and McDonald Islands
- Language
- English
- Calling code
- +672
- Region
- Antarctic
Reference links
- Accès à l'Antarctique ↗
- Accès aux Terres australes françaises ↗
- Accès aux îles Eparses ↗
- Dna-IAA - la Antártida ↗
- Forms expeditioners must sign ↗
- Frequently asked questions ↗
- Peter I Øy - Norwegian Polar Institute ↗
- Dronning Maud Land ↗
- Antarctica - NZ Procedures for Non-Governmental Visitors to Antarctic… ↗
- Antarctic tourism - British Antarctic Survey ↗
- British Antarctic Territory ↗
- British Antarctic Territory - GOV.UK ↗
Last checked 1 Sep 2026 ·
Entry rules can change at short notice — always confirm with the official source before you travel.