What Currency Does Samoa Use?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Exchange rate (approximate):
1 USD ≈ 2.7345 WST
1 GBP ≈ 3.6659 WST
Rates are indicative (July 2026) and change daily. Always check live rates before travelling. Rates by Exchange Rate API.
WST converter
100 WST ≈ 36.57 USD
Samoan tālā conversion table
| Amount | USD → WST | GBP → WST | EUR → WST |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2.7345 | 3.6659 | 3.1234 |
| 5 | 13.67 | 18.33 | 15.62 |
| 10 | 27.35 | 36.66 | 31.23 |
| 20 | 54.69 | 73.32 | 62.47 |
| 50 | 136.72 | 183.30 | 156.17 |
| 100 | 273.45 | 366.59 | 312.34 |
| 500 | 1,367 | 1,833 | 1,562 |
| 1,000 | 2,734 | 3,666 | 3,123 |
| WST | → USD | → GBP | → EUR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.3657 | 0.2728 | 0.3202 |
| 5 | 1.8285 | 1.3639 | 1.6008 |
| 10 | 3.657 | 2.7278 | 3.2017 |
| 20 | 7.314 | 5.4557 | 6.4034 |
| 50 | 18.28 | 13.64 | 16.01 |
| 100 | 36.57 | 27.28 | 32.02 |
| 500 | 182.85 | 136.39 | 160.08 |
| 1,000 | 365.70 | 272.78 | 320.17 |
Indicative rates (July 2026). Banks and card providers add their own margin and fees, so the amount you actually receive will differ slightly.
Against the US dollar, 1 WST is worth about 0.3657 USD. Of the 141 currencies covered on this site, the Samoan tālā ranks 23rd by value per unit (1st = the most US dollars per unit). A high or low number says nothing about economic strength — it simply reflects how the currency is denominated.
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Travelling to Samoa? Avoid poor airport exchange rates — a prepaid travel money card or multi-currency card usually gets you a far better deal on Samoan tālā spending.
What is money called in Samoa?
Money in Samoa is called the Samoan tālā — its ISO 4217 currency code is WST, and its symbol is T. The Samoan tālā is the official legal tender in Samoa and is used for all everyday transactions — from paying for goods and services to converting money at banks and exchange bureaus. When travelling, you may also see it referred to as the Samoa currency or simply money in Samoa.
Is the Samoan tālā used anywhere else?
No — Samoa is the only country on this site using the Samoan tālā as its official currency.
Practical money tips for Samoa
Card payments are widely accepted in most cities, but it's still worth carrying some Samoan tālā in cash for smaller vendors, local transport and rural areas. Notify your bank before travelling to avoid transactions being blocked, and compare card fees — many cards charge a foreign transaction fee that a dedicated travel money card avoids.
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Samoa in context
- Samoa covers 2,842 km², making it the 168th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- Samoa has no land borders with other countries on this site.
- With 205,557 people, Samoa holds about 65.0% of the population of Polynesia.
- Traffic drives on the left, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Samoa is a member state of the United Nations.
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Samoa currency — FAQ
What is the currency of Samoa?
The currency of Samoa is the Samoan tālā (currency code: WST, symbol: T).
What is the currency code for Samoa?
The ISO 4217 currency code for the Samoan tālā is WST.
What is the Samoan tālā symbol?
The symbol for the Samoan tālā is T. You will see this on price tags and receipts throughout Samoa.
What currency is used in Samoa?
The official currency used in Samoa is the Samoan tālā (WST).
Can I use US dollars in Samoa?
The official currency of Samoa is the Samoan tālā, not the US dollar. While USD may be accepted in some tourist hotels and major cities, you will generally get better rates paying in Samoan tālā and should exchange money before or on arrival.
What is the exchange rate for Samoa?
As of July 2026, approximately 1 USD = 2.7345 WST and 1 GBP = 3.6659 WST. Rates change daily — always check a live source before travelling or sending money.
What is money called in Samoa?
Money in Samoa is called the Samoan tālā (WST).
Do other countries use the Samoan tālā?
No — Samoa is the only country on this site using the Samoan tālā as its official currency.
What is the Samoan currency?
The Samoan currency is the Samoan tālā (WST), the official money of Samoa.
What is the currency of the Independent State of Samoa?
The Independent State of Samoa is the formal name of Samoa. Its currency is the Samoan tālā (WST).
How much is 100 WST in US dollars?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 WST is about 36.57 USD or 27.28 GBP. Use the converter above for other amounts.
How much is 100 US dollars in Samoan tālā?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 USD is about 273.45 WST.
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