American Samoa Primary and Delegate Rules
Last reviewed: July 26, 2026. American Samoa primary election and presidential delegate rule information is summarized from the source links listed on this page. Confirm final rules, deadlines, and party procedures with the listed official sources.
Quick Answer
- Primary types: Democratic presidential: Closed; Democratic state: Closed; Republican presidential: Closed; Republican state: Closed.
- Consolidated presidential and state primaries: No.
- Democratic delegates: 11 total, 6 pledged, 5 unpledged, 2 alternates.
- Republican delegates: 9 total, 9 pledged, 0 unpledged, 6 alternates.
American Samoa Primary Election Types
| Party | Contest | Primary type |
|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Presidential | Closed |
| Democratic | State | Closed |
| Republican | Presidential | Closed |
| Republican | State | Closed |
Presidential and State Primaries Scheduling
Consolidated Primaries: No
On a Presidential Election year, presidential caucuses and State primaries are scheduled to run on different dates
Both the Republican and the Democratic parties hold Open caucus to select their nominee for the November General Election.
Voting In Primaries
- Any voter - regardless of party registration - may vote in the primary of either major party (but not both!): Democrats may, if they wish, pass up their own party's primary to vote in the Republican primary, while Republicans may choose to pass up their own party's primary to vote in the Democratic primary; Independents may vote in either major party's primary.
American Samoa Presidential Delegate Allocation
American Samoa, like other U.S. Territories, allocates delegates to the Democratic and Republican National Conventions. Delegates play a crucial role in nominating the party's candidate for the presidential election
| Party | Total delegate votes | Pledged | Unpledged | Alternates | Allocation method | Threshold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic Party | 11 | 6 | 5 | 2 | Proportional | 15% minimum vote required |
| Republican Party | 9 | 9 | 0 | 6 | Winner-Take-All | Not specified |
Democratic Party Primary Delegates Process
Democratic Party's Proprotional Delegates Allocation
The Democratic Party in American Samoa will send a total of 11 delegates and 2 alternates to the 2024 DNC national convention. This U.S. Territory uses a proportional representation system based on the results of the Territorial Caucus for apportioning delegates to the Democratic National Convention. A Presidential Candidate must receive a 15% of vote of the total vote in order to receive any delegates to the National Convention.
Delegates Breakdown
- District-level Delegates: 0
- At-large Delegates: 6
- Pledged PLEOs Delegates: 0
- Automatic Delegates - Unpledged PLEOs: 5
- Alternate Delegates: 2
Automatic Delegates (Unpledged PLEOs - Super Delegates) Breakdown
- DNC Members: 4
- Dem. Members of Congress: 0
- Dem. Governors: 1
- Distinguished Party Leaders: 0
Republican Party Primary Delegates Process
Republican Party Delegates Allocation
The Republican Party in American Samoa uses a Winner-takes-all system based on the results of the Territorial Caucus for apportioning delegates to the Republican National Convention. American Samoa's Republican party will send a total of 9 Delegate Votes and 6 Alternate Delegates to the 2024 RNC national convention. 9 Pledged Delegate Votes (0 District-level delegates, 6 At-Large, and 3 RNC delegates).
Delegates Breakdown
- District-level Delegates: 0
- At-large Delegates: 6
- RNC Delegates: 3
- Alternate Delegates: 6
About These Rules
This page contains primary election rules and presidential primary delegate allocation information for states and U.S. territories.
Primary voting rules and delegate allocation usually apply to statewide partisan primary elections. Check with your local election office for current guidance because rules, dates, and party procedures can change.Sources and Related Election Pages
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