🇼🇸 Samoa · Researcher
Temporary Resident Permit (Academic/Scientific Research) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €394 |
Documents
- Must provide letter from sponsoring academic institution to support research
- Must provide letter from any academic institution in Samoa supporting research
- Must provide evidence of funds for duration of stay
- Must provide evidence of travel out of Samoa
- Entry permit MUST be approved and granted before travel to Samoa
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://mpmc.gov.ws/divisions/immigration/permits-2/.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
Application fee
https://mpmc.gov.ws/divisions/immigration/permits-2/ · verified 2026-06-22
Open to all nationalities
https://mpmc.gov.ws/divisions/immigration/permits-2/ · verified 2026-06-22
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-22.