Australian diplomatic representation in Samoa
Australian High Commission in Apia
Find current contact details, opening hours, location, passport and consular services and regional responsibilities for the Australian High Commission in Apia, Samoa.
Contact information
Contact the Australian High Commission in Apia
Use the current official details below to contact the Australian High Commission in Samoa.
Before visiting: contact the High Commission before attending for a passport, notarial or other service so that the current requirements and visitor arrangements can be confirmed.
Location
Where is the Australian High Commission in Apia?
The Australian High Commission is located at 47 Main Beach Road in Apia, Samoa.
Before travelling: contact the High Commission before visiting for a specific passport, consular or notarial service.
About the mission
About the Australian High Commission in Samoa
The Australian High Commission in Apia is Australia’s resident diplomatic mission to the Independent State of Samoa.
The High Commission represents the Australian Government and supports the relationship between Australia and Samoa across diplomacy, development cooperation, economic development, security, climate and disaster resilience and regional cooperation.
The mission is also accredited to American Samoa and provides consular and passport assistance to eligible Australians in Samoa and American Samoa.
Australia’s High Commissioner to Samoa is Mr Will Robinson.
Services for Australians
Consular services
The Australian High Commission in Apia provides consular assistance and Australian passport services.
Consular assistance
Australians in Samoa and American Samoa can contact the High Commission for consular assistance in accordance with the Australian Government’s Consular Services Charter.
Australian passports
Australian passport applications can be lodged at the Australian High Commission in Apia. Check the current application requirements before attending.
Notarial services
The High Commission can assist with eligible Australian notarial matters. Contact the mission before visiting to confirm whether the particular service you require can be provided and what documents you need to bring.
Consular cooperation: the Australian High Commission in Samoa also provides consular assistance to Canadian, Papua New Guinean and Nauruan citizens under relevant consular arrangements.
Visa and citizenship matters: the Australian High Commission in Apia has no visa function. Australian visa and citizenship matters are administered by the Department of Home Affairs, with visa services for clients in Samoa managed through the Australian High Commission in Suva.
Visitor arrangements
Passport and notarial arrangements in Apia
Australian passport applications can be lodged at the Australian High Commission in Apia.
The High Commission’s current public information does not publish separate fixed passport or notarial counter hours. Contact the mission before visiting to confirm the current lodgement or appointment arrangements for the service you require.
Check before attending: passport requirements vary depending on whether you are applying for a first passport, renewing an existing passport or replacing a lost, stolen or damaged passport.
Regional responsibility
Areas covered by the Australian High Commission in Apia
The Australian High Commission in Apia is resident in the Independent State of Samoa and is also accredited to American Samoa.
Samoa
Apia is Australia’s resident diplomatic mission in Samoa and provides consular and passport assistance to Australians in the country.
American Samoa
The Australian High Commission in Apia is also Australia’s accredited mission for American Samoa and can assist Australians there with consular and passport matters.
Planning your visit
Before visiting the Australian High Commission
Confirm the service you require and check the current passport, consular or notarial requirements before travelling to the High Commission.
Check passport requirements
Complete the correct Australian passport application and make sure you have the required photographs, identification and supporting documents.
Contact the mission first
Contact the High Commission before visiting to confirm the current arrangements for passport lodgement or a notarial service.
Allow for public holidays
The High Commission closes on designated Australian and Samoan public holidays. Check that the mission is open before travelling to Apia.
Visa applications: Australian visa applications are not accepted at the High Commission in Apia. Most Australian visa and citizenship applications can be submitted online through ImmiAccount.
Frequently asked questions
Australian High Commission in Apia
Does Australia have a High Commission in Samoa?
Yes. Australia maintains a resident High Commission in Apia, Samoa.
Where is the Australian High Commission in Apia?
The High Commission is located at 47 Main Beach Road, Apia, Samoa.
How can I contact the Australian High Commission?
Call +685 23411 during local business hours.
What are the High Commission’s opening hours?
The Australian High Commission is normally open from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday, excluding designated public holidays.
Who is the Australian High Commissioner to Samoa?
Mr Will Robinson is Australia’s High Commissioner to Samoa.
Does the Australian High Commission in Apia also cover American Samoa?
Yes. The Australian High Commission in Apia is also accredited to American Samoa.
Does the High Commission provide Australian passport services?
Yes. Australian passport applications can be lodged at the Australian High Commission in Apia.
Should I contact the High Commission before lodging a passport application?
Yes. Check the current application and visitor arrangements before attending, particularly if your application requires an interview or you are travelling from outside Samoa.
Does the High Commission provide notarial services?
The High Commission can assist with eligible Australian notarial matters. Contact the mission before attending to confirm whether the specific service you require is available and what documents are required.
Can Australians in American Samoa contact the High Commission?
Yes. Apia is Australia’s accredited mission for American Samoa and provides consular and passport assistance to Australians there.
Does the High Commission assist citizens of other countries?
Under relevant consular arrangements, the Australian High Commission in Samoa also provides consular assistance to Canadian, Papua New Guinean and Nauruan citizens.
Can I apply for an Australian visa at the High Commission in Apia?
No. The High Commission in Apia has no visa function and does not accept Australian visa applications. Visa services for clients in Samoa are managed through the Australian High Commission in Suva, while most applications can be submitted online through ImmiAccount.
What should I do in a consular emergency?
For consular assistance between 9:00 am and 4:30 pm Monday to Friday, call the High Commission on +685 23411. Outside these hours, call Australia’s 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305.