Gun laws in American Samoa

Gun laws in American Samoa regulate the sale, possession, and use of firearms and ammunition in the unincorporated territory of American Samoa.

The applicant must provide signed affidavits testifying to their good character and their stated need for each firearm from the village mayor, county chief and the police.

The most commonly accepted reasons for ownership are plantation protection and hunting but ownership for self-defense is not a valid reason for a license to own a gun in American Samoa.

The police must approve any transfer of a firearm between persons.

Civilians can only own 12-gauge, 16-gauge, 20-gauge and .410 shotguns and .22 caliber rifles with a license.