American Samoa

The ISO code of American Samoa is AS according to the ISO 3166 standard. The local name of the country is the same as its English name. American Samoa capital city is Pago Pago Fagatogo. People in American Samoa speak the English, and Samoan languages. On 7 September 1278, American Samoa emerged as a sovereign political entity. In the year 09/07/1278, American Samoa emerged as a sovereign political entity. The largest cities in American Samoa are Pago Pago, Tāfuna, Leone, Faleniu.

American Samoa is located in the UTC -11:00 time zone, which is also called Samoa Standard Time or SST. The internet country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for American Samoa is .as. The International dialing code for American Samoa is 1684. People in American Samoa drive on the right side of the road. Total land area of American Samoa is 199 km² (approx. 77 mi²). American Samoa is not a landlocked country. It means that is is bordered by at least one major body of water.

American Samoa is located in Oceania. American Samoa is considered to be a developing nation. The developmental stage of a nation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, economic prosperity, life expectancy, income equality, and quality of life.

Currently American Samoa faces various issues, including limited natural fresh water resources.

Doing business in American Samoa

We offer various corporate services in American Samoa jurisdiction. These services can serve both, people coming from American Samoa and foreigners. If you plan on doing business in American Samoa you might be interested in contacting us.

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Demographics of American Samoa

The total population of American Samoa is 55,679 people. In American Samoa, the population density is 326 people per square kilometer (848 per square mile). Because of this statistic, this country is considered to be densely populated. The ethnic diversity is almost uniform according to a fractionalization scale which for American Samoa is 0. American Samoa has approximately 4750 foreign immigrants. The median age is approximately 28.3 years. In American Samoa, 0 in every 100 people use internet.

The majority religion of American Samoa is Christianity, American Samoa is considered to be a developing nation. The developmental stage of a nation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, economic prosperity, life expectancy, income equality, and quality of life. Click on a link to read more on demographics of American Samoa.

Culture of American Samoa

People in American Samoa speak the English, and Samoan languages. According to data on inbound tourists in American Samoa, 116,000 tourists arrive in the country each year. The first McDonalds in American Samoa was opened on 09/29/2000. One of the most popular national dishes of American Samoa is palusami. To read more click on culture of American Samoa.

Geography of American Samoa

American Samoa is considered to be a large nation because of its total area. Its total land area is 199 km² (approx. 77 mi²). American Samoa is located in Oceania. Its capital city is Pago Pago Fagatogo. American Samoa has no land borders.

The highest point of American Samoa is Lata Mountain, with its official height being 966 m (3,169 ft). Including land mass and EEZ, the total area of American Samoa is approximately 404,590 km² (~156,212 mi²). The most notable natural resources found in American Samoa are pumice, pumicite.To read more click on geography of American Samoa.

Economy of American Samoa

The currency of the country is United States dollar. The symbol used for this currency is $, and it is abbreviated as USD. 9.2% of population in the country are unemployed. The total number of unemployed people in American Samoa is 5,122. Each year, American Samoa exports around $0.45 billion and imports roughly $0.31 billion. The Gini Index of the country is 40.73. American Samoa has a government debt of 161.3% of the country's Gross Domestic Product (GDP), as assessed in 2012. American Samoa is considered to be a developing nation. The developmental stage of a nation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, economic prosperity, life expectancy, income equality, and quality of life. Major industries in the country are tuna canneries (largely supplied by foreign fishing vessels), handicrafts.

The total Gross Domestic Product (GDP) assessed as Purchasing Power Parity (PPP) in American Samoa is $1 billion. The corporate tax in American Samoa is set at 27%. Personal income tax ranges from 19% to 20%, depending on your specific situation and income level. VAT in American Samoa is 0%. To read more click on economy of American Samoa.

Infrastructure of American Samoa

In American Samoa, 59.3% of the population has access to electricity. There are 2,387 internet hosts in American Samoa. American Samoa has 3 airports nationwide.

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Politics of American Samoa

American Samoa, is a united states unincorporated territory with complete non-partisan democracy. The head of the government is Donald Trump.

According to the World Bank Group, the government effectiveness index of American Samoa is 0.42. This indicates that the government of American Samoa is mediocre. While some public and civil services are limited, in other cases they can be considered adequate or even effective. Potential investors should carefully evaluate the governmental situation in American Samoa before considering any business maneuvers.In American Samoa, the legislative power is vested in a Fono. American Samoa is a member of the United Nations (UN). On 28 July 1993, it joined the UN as a full member state. To read more click on politics of American Samoa.

Environment of American Samoa

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Company formation in American Samoa

The development of telecommunications and economic globalization has made it possible for interested investors to form companies around the world. With proper research, financial investments, and legal backing, business ventures can safely be established in American Samoa.

When establishing a company in American Samoa, an interested investor must do due diligence with regard to legal processes, international regulations, and sufficient investment for success. It is critical to understand cultural, social, and political factors of American Samoa that will affect the establishment and growth of one's business. Contact us or click on company formation in American Samoa to read additional information when setting up a business.

Bank account opening in American Samoa

With the right paperwork and initial outlay, it is possible for a foreign citizen to open a bank account in American Samoa. This opportunity for international accounts and investments offers several advantages based on economic regulations and tax structures. Interest rates and fees vary depending on your interests.

When considering opening a bank account in American Samoa, one must enlist the help of international experts to guide them through the process. To find out more about our banking services click on bank account in American Samoa or contact us.