American Samoa residency permit
employment-based or family-based
Non-US nationals who want to live or work in American Samoa need a residency permit, petitioned by a sponsor on the basis of employment (Form P-45) or a family relationship (Form P-12). The petition must be approved before the person enters American Samoa, and a bond set by country of origin is paid after approval.
Life in American Samoa
Money
2
Currency
US Dollar
USD
US Dollar
Tax
15–39.6%
Income tax (national)
American Samoa runs its own territorial income tax mirroring the US Internal Revenue Code; the Tax Office still issues the IRS 2000 tax table and rate schedules (15%, 28%, 31%, 36%, 39.6%; single filers reach 39.6% above US$288,350). The separate 2% wage tax was reported repealed in 2021.
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Who it’s for
Foreign nationals with a job offer or close family in American Samoa.
Eligibility
Sponsor
A sponsor must petition based on employment or a family relationship.
Before entry
Both petition types must be completed, submitted and approved before the petitioner enters American Samoa.
Bond
A bond that varies by country is paid after approval.
A sneak peek at what's inside
- Document checklistForm P-45 (employment-based) or Form P-12 (family-based)
- FeesResidency petition application
- Steps to applyThe sponsor obtains and files the petition at the Immigration Office
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