WS Prefix and Three-Letter Location Code
Samoa uses the ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 prefix WS in UN/LOCODE records. A complete code combines WS with a three-character location identifier, such as WSAPI for Apia or WSAAU for Asau.
Seaports in Samoa: Port Codes, Throughput & Regional Guide (2026)
Samoa has 3 ports and terminals indexed in the Ecer Freight database, supporting a small but strategically important South Pacific maritime gateway connected to regional transshipment and supply chains.
Explore Samoa port codes, cargo gateways, regional coverage and indicative shipping lanes for 2026.
Samoa Port Overview
Samoa is a Pacific island shipping market centred on Apia, with Asau providing an additional western Savai'i gateway. Published national port statistics are limited, so indexed coverage and official macro indicators are shown as separate measures.
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Samoa ports & terminals indexed in our database
Ecer Freight database · Nov 2026
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National seaborne cargo volume, 2025; YoY not reported
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Container throughput in TEU, 2025; YoY not reported
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Commercial port berths, 2025; YoY not reported
Samoa port authorities · 2025
How many seaports does Samoa have?
Samoa has 3 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in its WS country database snapshot for November 2026.
Which is Samoa's main or busiest port?
Apia is generally Samoa's principal commercial port area. The Ecer Freight index includes Apia under WSAPI and the associated Apia entry WSAPW; actual service frequency and cargo volumes are subject to carrier confirmation.
Which area handles Samoa's main maritime cargo flows?
The Apia area on Upolu is the main national cargo gateway, while Asau (WSAAU) provides a western Savai'i port option for regional and local cargo movements.
Top Ports in Samoa
The table ranks indexed Samoa port and terminal records by available public visibility. Samoa does not have a consistently published global container-port league-table series, so no unsupported 2025 TEU, rank or year-on-year figure is inserted.
Indexed Samoa port records and 2025 public throughput availability
Samoa Port Regions and Cargo Roles
Upolu: Apia Gateway
Apia is Samoa's principal urban and commercial maritime gateway, serving the country's main import, export and distribution requirements.
Indexed ports in the Upolu cluster
Savai'i: Western Island Gateway
Asau is located on Savai'i and can support local, coastal and regional cargo requirements, although schedules and handling capability vary by service.
Indexed port in the Savai'i cluster
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
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| Asau | WSAAU | Asau / — | Local and regional cargo gateway for western Savai'i |
Samoa Port Codes and UN/LOCODE Structure
City-Level and Terminal-Level Records
A city-level port record can identify the broader maritime location, while a separate terminal or facility record may identify a specific operating point. WSAPI and WSAPW should therefore be checked against the booking party's nominated facility.
How to Verify a Samoa Port Code
Verify the code against the UNECE UN/LOCODE reference and cross-check the destination against the Ecer Freight port directory before preparing shipping documents.
Shipping from Samoa: Main Trade Lanes
Samoa's international sea freight is generally routed through Pacific regional networks, with schedules, transshipment points and equipment availability subject to carrier confirmation.
Samoa to New Zealand
A core South Pacific trade lane for consumer goods, food products, machinery and project cargo, commonly requiring regional network coordination.
Samoa to Australia
Australia-bound cargo commonly moves through established Oceania services and may require an intermediate regional hub.
Samoa to Fiji and Pacific Hubs
Fiji can function as a regional connection point for cargo moving between Samoa and wider Pacific markets.
Samoa to Asia
Asia-origin and Asia-destination freight is generally handled through Pacific or Australasia transshipment networks rather than a direct sailing on every schedule.
Data Sources and Methodology
Port coverage, codes and market commentary are separated from official national statistics. Where a reliable public 2025 figure was not available, the table uses an em dash instead of an estimated value.
- Ecer Freight Ports Database — first-party database snapshot for November 2026, containing 3 indexed Samoa port and terminal records.
- United Nations Economic Commission for Europe — UN/LOCODE structure and location-code reference.
- Samoa Bureau of Statistics — national statistical releases and macroeconomic context reviewed for 2025 indicators.
- Government of Samoa — official government context for maritime and national infrastructure information.
- National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency — nautical and port reference context, where applicable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Samoa Ports
How many seaports does Samoa have?
Samoa has 3 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in the November 2026 database snapshot. This is an indexed-coverage figure, not a claim that every maritime facility in Samoa is represented.
What is the main port in Samoa?
Apia is generally the main commercial port area in Samoa. Ecer Freight records Apia under WSAPI and WSAPW, and the operating facility should be confirmed before shipment.
What are the Samoa port codes?
The indexed codes are WSAPW and WSAPI for Apia, and WSAAU for Asau. All three use the WS country prefix assigned to Samoa.
Which regions are covered by Samoa's indexed ports?
The indexed records cover Apia on Upolu and Asau on Savai'i. Apia is the principal urban cargo gateway, while Asau supports western Savai'i requirements.
How current is the Samoa port data?
The Ecer Freight port index was reviewed in November 2026. Official throughput and berth figures are shown only where a reliable public source is available, and operational schedules remain subject to confirmation.
How can a shipper obtain a Samoa sea freight quote?
Provide the cargo type, origin, destination, dimensions or container size, weight, readiness date and preferred Samoa port record. FCL and LCL pricing can then be compared through the relevant Ecer Freight quotation service.
Editorial note: Samoa port codes and indexed coverage are maintained from the Ecer Freight Ports Database and reviewed quarterly. Official statistics and public maritime references are checked against available national and international sources; carrier schedules, terminal handling and transit times should be reconfirmed before booking.
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