Development Bank of American Samoa

Public Notice:

In observance of the state funeral service for the late Governor Lolo Matalasi Moliga, Development Bank of American Samoa will be closed at 11am today, Tuesday, April 7, 2026. Bank operations will resume tomorrow, Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at 8am.

We apologize for the inconvenience in the matter.

Thank You,

DBAS Management

HAF workshops is beneficial for all homeowners with existing mortgage loans that experienced financial hardships due to COVID-19. Join one of the mandatory workshops to see what you can qualify for.

American Samoa Homeowners Assistance Fund (HAF)

The Department of Commerce is launching its mandatory HAF Workshops this November!

These sessions are designed to help homeowners who've experienced financial hardship access assistance for mortgage payments, utilities (electric, water and internet) and homeowner's insurance. Kindly note that at this time we are not accepting proxies in place of the applicant. All homeowners who wish to apply will need to attend one of these sessions. Please remember to bring a valid picture ID (passport, drivers license, or government issued ID).

If you have not yet completed the HAF intake survey, please click on the following link: https://forms.gle/6NRXTJoysvzEiUDh6
This helps us confirm your most current contact information.

Please note:
This survey is NOT your application and does not guarantee approval. It is only to help us connect you to the right workshop and ensure smooth communication.

Who can apply for HAF?
1. Must be a homeowner in American Samoa
2. The home must be your PRIMARY residence
3. Must have experienced a financial hardship (connected to the COVID-19 Pandemic) after January 21, 2020.
4. Total household income must be equal to or less than the FY 2025 Area Median Income limits for American Samoa

For additional information, contact HAF Coordinator, Ms. Lindsey Laupola at [email protected] or call 684-633-5155.