Moving to American Samoa from Antigua and Barbuda

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What to Expect

Everything you need to know before relocating from Antigua and Barbuda to American Samoa — costs, safety, healthcare, and practical first steps.

If you moved from Antigua and Barbuda to American Samoa. You’ll also switch from driving on the left to the right.

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Key Indicator Comparison

Key indicators for anyone considering a move from Antigua and Barbuda to American Samoa.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

AG
10.7
AS
0.0

American Samoa performs significantly better than Antigua and Barbuda across all safety metrics.

What about the environment?

CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

AG
3.8t
AS
0.0t

American Samoa performs significantly better than Antigua and Barbuda across all environment metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Internet access The World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

AG
96.0%
AS
40.3%

Antigua and Barbuda performs better than American Samoa across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2014

percentage of the labour force without work

AG
11.0%
AS
29.8%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

AG
$28,700
AS
$11,200

Antigua and Barbuda performs better than American Samoa across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

AG
77.8 yrs
AS
75.3 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

AG
14.3
AS
10.1

Antigua and Barbuda generally does better on family life, though American Samoa leads in infant mortality.

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Antigua and Barbuda and American Samoa. To live, work, or study long-term in American Samoa, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check American Samoa's immigration authority.

Antigua and Barbuda passport

Antigua and Barbuda passport holder visiting American Samoa

Visa Required
Antigua and Barbuda passport holders need a visa to enter American Samoa.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from American Samoa?

Usually fine from major cities in American Samoa. The harder questions are legal — digital nomad visa eligibility, your employer's overseas-work policy, and tax residency in both countries.

Is American Samoa safe for expats?

American Samoa performs significantly better than Antigua and Barbuda across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in American Samoa is 0.0 per 100,000 people, compared to 10.7 in Antigua and Barbuda.

What language do they speak in American Samoa?

The official languages in American Samoa are English and Samoan. In Antigua and Barbuda, the official language is English.

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At a Glance

AG AS
Population 100,335 45,443
Currency East Caribbean Dollar (EC$) United States Dollar ($)
Languages English English, Samoan
Driving side Left Right
Calling code +1268 +1684
Time zones 1 1