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Visa requirements for Solomon Islands

Who can enter Solomon Islands, by nationality. Tourism. Data as of October 19, 2026.

Passport holders from 123 countries can enter Solomon Islands without a visa in advance. All 123 enter visa-free on a valid passport. Everyone else needs a visa, or an e-visa where one is offered, before travelling.

123 visa-free
0 on arrival
0 eTA
3 e-visa
116 visa required

242 nationalities

Visa-free entry

123 nationalities

Electronic visa

3 nationalities

Visa required in advance

116 nationalities

UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Solomon Islands

Solomon Islands has 1 site on UNESCO's World Heritage List.

East Rennell

Source: Wikidata, community-maintained and not the official UNESCO count.

Nearby destinations

Nauru Vanuatu Papua New Guinea New Caledonia Micronesia Kiribati

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit Solomon Islands?

It depends on your passport. 123 nationalities can enter Solomon Islands without arranging a visa in advance (visa-free, on arrival, or eTA); everyone else needs a visa or e-visa. Use the tables below to check a specific passport.

What is the best time to visit Solomon Islands?

January, May, June, July, August, October, November, based on Honiara's climate normals: mild temperatures and below-average rainfall for the year.

What currency is used in Solomon Islands?

Solomon Islands dollar (SBD). 1 USD is approximately 8.05 SBD.

What side of the road does Solomon Islands drive on?

Solomon Islands drives on the left.

How many UNESCO World Heritage Sites does Solomon Islands have?

1: East Rennell.

What is the emergency number in Solomon Islands?

911 / 988 / 999.

What time zone is Solomon Islands in?

Guadalcanal (UTC+11).

What is the nearest airport to Honiara?

Honiara International Airport (HIR), about 12 km away.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Solomon Islands

Solomon Islands, also known simply as the Solomons, is an archipelagic country consisting of six major islands and over 1,000 smaller islands in Melanesia, Oceania, to the north-east of Australia. It is adjacent to Bougainville to the west, New Caledonia and Vanuatu to the south-east, Fiji, Tuvalu, and Wallis and Futuna to the east, and the Federated States of Micronesia and Nauru to the north. It has a total area of 28,896 square kilometres, and a population of 828,857 according to official estimates from 2025. Its capital and largest city, Honiara, is located on the largest island, Guadalcanal. The country takes its name from the wider area of the Solomon Islands archipelago, which is a collection of Melanesian islands that also includes the Autonomous Region of Bougainville, but excludes the Santa Cruz Islands.

CapitalHoniara

RegionMelanesia

Population838.6K

Area28,896 km²

CurrencySolomon Islands dollar (1 USD ≈ 8.05 SBD)

LanguagesEnglish

Calling code+677

Drives on theleft

TimezoneGuadalcanal (UTC+11)

Nearest airportHoniara International Airport (HIR), 12 km

Emergency number911 / 988 / 999

UNESCO sites1

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$2,086 (2025)

Tourist arrivals4.4K (2020)

Climate in Honiara

Warmest January, coolest July, driest June, sunniest October. Best time to visit: January, May, June, July, August, October, November.

Monthly climate normals for Honiara, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	29.7°C	23.9°C	169mm	334h
February	29.2°C	24.3°C	297mm	233h
March	28.9°C	23.5°C	402mm	282h
April	28.8°C	23.6°C	396mm	268h
May	29.1°C	23.8°C	99mm	318h
June	28.8°C	23.2°C	66mm	292h
July	28.3°C	22.9°C	107mm	270h
August	28.8°C	23.3°C	72mm	298h
September	28.6°C	23.1°C	213mm	291h
October	29°C	23.1°C	120mm	336h
November	28.9°C	23.6°C	199mm	299h
December	29°C	23.4°C	216mm	319h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

The Solomon Islands are a South Pacific archipelago east of Papua New Guinea. They sit in the sea routes between the South Pacific Ocean, the Solomon Sea, and the Coral Sea. There are six major islands and over 900 smaller islands. The Solomons offer all the great attractions of Melanesia. Idyllic island scenery with perfect sandy beaches and splendid nature, in their rainforest, lagoons and waterfalls. For those who like to dive, underwater life is as stunning as that above. There's an abundance of wildlife to discover and amazing, colourful cultural traditions to see.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

East Rennell

Upcoming public holidays

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

December 26, 2026National Day of Thanksgiving

January 1, 2027New Year's Day

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