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Apia Harbour (Anchorage)
Apia is the official entry point in Western Samoa Go alongside the wharf with your Q flag. You will need five copies of your crew list with proof of each passengers onward ticket or confirmation they will depart with the yacht, as well as certificate of clearance from your last port of call.
There is a small daily fee for anchorage.
Prior permission must be sought to visit other parts of Samoa which can be obtained from the Prime Ministers office in downtown Apia.
If you plan to leave the country from Savaii, check out with immigration in Apia before leaving for Savaii.
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Savai'i
Savaii
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Avao
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Asau
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Pago Pago
American Samoa
A deep natural harbour which offers the best protection from strong winds of all south pacific islands. Pago Pago is also the cheapest place in the region to stock up on foods and essentials. Anchorage is free for seven days, after which a fee of US$15 or more must be paid.
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