Isle of ManSolomon Islands: Visa-free

Isle of ManSolomon Islands

Do United Kingdom passport holders need a visa for Solomon Islands?

Visa-free

No. United Kingdom passport holders do not need a visa to visit Solomon Islands for tourism for stays of up to 30 days.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

Isle of Man does not issue its own passport; residents travel on a United Kingdom passport. See the United Kingdom passport.

Source: gov.uk (checked July 18, 2026).

RequirementVisa-free

Maximum stay30 days

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance14,853 km, straight line (~17h 58m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Solomon Islands123 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Solomon Islands passport holders visiting Isle of Man: eTA.

Other visa-free destinations for United Kingdom passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do United Kingdom passport holders need a visa for Solomon Islands?

No. United Kingdom passport holders do not need a visa to visit Solomon Islands for tourism for stays of up to 30 days.

How long can United Kingdom citizens stay in Solomon Islands without a visa?

Up to 30 days, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Solomon Islands from Isle of Man?

About 14,853 km in a straight line, roughly ~17h 58m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Solomon Islands?

Solomon Islands dollar (SBD).

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.

How many countries can enter Solomon Islands without a visa?

123 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Solomon Islands visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

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 Isle of Man

The Isle of Man, also known simply as Man or Mann, is a self-governing British Crown Dependency in the Irish Sea, between Great Britain and Ireland. As head of state, Charles III holds the title Lord of Mann and is represented by a Lieutenant Governor. The government of the United Kingdom is responsible for the Isle of Man's military defence and represents it abroad, but the Isle of Man still has a separate international identity.

CapitalDouglas

RegionNorthern Europe

Population84.1K

Area572 km²

CurrencyBritish pound, Manx pound (1 USD ≈ 0.75 GBP)

LanguagesEnglish, Manx

Calling code+44

Drives on theleft

TimezoneIsle of Man (UTC+1)

Nearest airportIsle of Man Airport (IOM), 12 km

Emergency number112 / 999

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$90,015 (2023)

Climate in Douglas

Warmest August, coolest February, driest May, sunniest May.

Monthly climate normals for Douglas, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	8.3°C	4.8°C	101mm	111h
February	7.9°C	3.3°C	173mm	181h
March	8.2°C	3.3°C	51mm	269h
April	12.1°C	5.6°C	23mm	341h
May	14°C	7.5°C	21mm	405h
June	16.2°C	11°C	122mm	308h
July	15.8°C	11.1°C	160mm	283h
August	17.5°C	12.9°C	163mm	313h
September	15°C	10.5°C	101mm	277h
October	11.8°C	8.3°C	153mm	202h
November	10.6°C	7.2°C	136mm	126h
December	7.2°C	4°C	156mm	107h

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 Isle of Man is an island in the British Isles, sitting in the Irish Sea midway between Cumbria in England and County Down in Northern Ireland. It's not part of the United Kingdom but is a Crown Dependency: its own elected parliament, the Tynwald, governs island affairs, but matters such as defence and foreign affairs are governed by the UK. In 2021 its population was 84,000.

Upcoming public holidays

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

December 28, 2026St. Stephen's Day

January 1, 2027New Year's Day

Full source list on About.

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

Full source list on About.