Cannabis Is Illegal in American Samoa
Cannabis is illegal for all purposes in American Samoa.
American Samoa Cannabis Quick Facts
| Status | Fully Illegal |
| Recreational | Not Legal |
| Medical | Not Available |
| Decriminalized | No |
| Possession Limit | None — all cannabis possession is illegal |
| Regulatory Agency | American Samoa Department of Health |
Penalties & Enforcement
Possession: criminal offense with potential imprisonment.
Cannabis possession carries criminal penalties in American Samoa. If you are traveling from a legal state, you must consume or dispose of all cannabis products before entering American Samoa. Interstate transport is a federal crime.
What You Need to Know
No legalization efforts have been publicly reported. Traditional cultural attitudes and federal territorial status make reform unlikely in the near term.
Learn More
- Understanding State Cannabis Laws — how state and federal laws interact
- What to Expect at a Dispensary — first visit guide
- Dosing Fundamentals — start low, go slow
- Drug Interactions — check before combining cannabis with medications
- Driving & Impairment — DUI laws apply in every state
For support with quitting or cutting back on cannabis, visit our companion site CannabisDependence.org