Protecting American Samoa Through Fair Insurance Practices
Ensuring a stable and competitive insurance market while protecting the interests of policyholders.
The American Samoa Insurance Commissioner's Office is dedicated to regulating the insurance industry within the territory. Our primary mission is to protect the interests of policyholders, ensure the financial solvency of insurance companies, and promote a fair, competitive, and healthy insurance market. We strive to enforce insurance laws and provide accessible information to the public.
Our Mission
What We Do
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Regulate insurance companies and agents operating in American Samoa.
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Review and approve insurance products and rates.
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Investigate consumer complaints and mediate disputes.
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Ensure compliance with insurance laws and regulations.
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Provide consumer education and outreach.
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License insurance professionals.
Information for Consumers
Understanding Our Policy
Filing a Complaint
If you have a dispute with your insurance company or agent, we can help. Find out how to file a complaint.
Licensing & Regulations
Agent & Broker Licensing
Information and forms for individuals seeking to become licensed insurance agents or brokers in American Samoa.
Company Filings
Guidelines and requirements for insurance companies operating or seeking to operate in American Samoa.
Office of the Insurance Commissioner
Office of the Governor
Lumana'i Dvelopment Building, First Floor, Tafuna
Pago Pago, AS 96799
(Across from Hawthorne @ Industrial Park)
Telephone (684) 699-4626 ext. 8110
Fax: 011 (684) 633-2269
Insurance Commissioner
(Western Zone)
Telephone (684) 699-4626 ext. 8110
Additional office contact:
Elizabeth ‘Liz’ Perri
Deputy Insurance Commissioner
Telephone (684) 699-4626 ext. 8111
Peter Fuimaono
Insurance Commissioner
American Samoa Governor Pulaalii Tuiteleapaga Iuli Nikolao Pula has appointed Peter M. Fuimaono as Insurance Commissioner, effective January 9, 2025.
As Commissioner, Fuimaono is charged with protecting consumers rights and public’s interest in dealing with the insurance industry.
Commissioner Fuimaono previously served in the same position, appointed by Governor Lolo Matalasi Moliga on January 3, 2017. He has served as the 8th and 10th Insurance Commissioner for American Samoa since the position was established in 1974.
Commissioner Peter M. Fuimaono, US citizen (US Natonal) of Native American Samoa descent, has over 30 years of experience in the insurance industry, including bank and financial management, property ownership, community association, management and real estate management. He furthered his education at Brigham Young University in Utah and Hawaii Business University in Hawaii, and has spent most of his career in the private sector.
Commissioner Fuimaono currently serves as paramount High Chief Fuimaono and has served as Chairman of the for the American Samoa Cultural and Art Federation in the State of Hawaii.
BULLETIN INFORMATION FROM THE OFFICE OF THE INSURANCE COMMISSIONER
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To those who reported difficulties reaching 5 Star Insurance Company, we can confirm that the current phone number is 684 633 5535 and their hours are 9:30 to 3:00pm. We hope this helps with your insurance issue. For any future insurance concerns do not hesitate to contact the Insurance Commissioner's Office, at 684 633 4626, ext 8110.
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We have received numerous inquiries about Progressive Insurance and Oxford Pacific Ins. Mgmt. And many policyholders are wanting to file complaints. Our advice is, you are welcome to stop by our office and file your complaint and complete our complaint form. Also for an appointment give us a call at 684 633 4626, ext 8113 or request for the Insurance Commissioner's Office.