Moving to American Samoa from Marshall Islands

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Marshall Islands to American Samoa? Here's how the two countries compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

If you moved from Marshall Islands to American Samoa.

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Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in American Samoa compared to Marshall Islands.

What about the environment?

CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

MH
0.0t
AS
0.0t

Marshall Islands performs better than American Samoa across all environment metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2006

percentage of the labour force without work

MH
36.0%
AS
29.8%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

MH
$6,800
AS
$11,200

American Samoa performs significantly better than Marshall Islands across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

MH
74.7 yrs
AS
75.3 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

MH
21.7
AS
10.1

American Samoa performs significantly better than Marshall Islands across all family life metrics.

Data: The World Factbook, World Bank

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Marshall Islands 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.

Marshall Islands passport

Marshall Islands passport holder visiting American Samoa

Electronic Travel Authorisation
Marshall Islands passport holders need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) 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?

From major American Samoa cities the network usually holds up. Visa rules, your employer's stance on overseas employees, and tax residency in Marshall Islands and American Samoa are what actually decide it long-term.

What language do they speak in American Samoa?

The official languages in American Samoa are English and Samoan. In Marshall Islands, the official languages are English and Marshallese.

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At a Glance

MH AS
Population 79,906 45,443
Currency United States Dollar ($) United States Dollar ($)
Languages English, Marshallese English, Samoan
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +692 +1684
Time zones 1 1