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Solomon Islands Visa for United Kingdom Citizens 2026

Visa on Arrival

British citizens receive a visa on arrival for the Solomon Islands valid for up to 90 days, granted free of charge at Honiara International Airport on presentation of a valid passport and onward ticket.

Guide last updated October 7, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your date of entry
  • No pre-arranged visa or application form needed before travel
  • Confirmed onward or return air ticket
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host's address)
  • Proof of sufficient funds for the length of stay
  • No passport photos required for the on-arrival stamp
  • No biometric enrolment required for this visa category
  • Travel health insurance is strongly recommended given limited medical facilities, though not formally required

Visa types

  • Visitor visa on arrival - free, issued for up to 90 days, single entry, covers tourism and most business visits
  • Business visa - can be requested on arrival with a letter from the inviting company; same 90-day validity
  • Any stay beyond 90 days or paid employment requires a work permit and residence permit arranged in advance through the Solomon Islands Immigration Division

Visa on arrival

  • Available only at Honiara International Airport (Henderson Field); not issued at land or sea border points
  • Present your passport, onward ticket, and accommodation details to the immigration officer at the arrival desk
  • No fee is currently charged for the standard 90-day visitor stamp
  • Processing takes a few minutes at the immigration counter, no separate queue or application needed
  • Officers may ask about the purpose of your visit and length of stay before stamping the passport

Fees & processing time

  • No fee for the standard visitor visa on arrival
  • Extensions beyond 90 days, if approved, carry a fee of around SBD 500-1,000 (roughly USD 60-120), processed at the Immigration Division office in Honiara, typically within 3-5 working days
  • No VFS/BLS service involved since the visa is issued directly on arrival

Tips for United Kingdom travelers

  • Keep your return or onward ticket printed, as airlines may check it before boarding even though immigration handles the visa
  • Internal flights between islands can be infrequent, so confirm your itinerary allows enough buffer before your visa expires
  • Extensions are handled in person in Honiara and are easier to arrange before your initial 90 days run out
  • Carry some cash (SBD or USD) for incidental fees, as card payment facilities can be unreliable outside the capital
  • Check UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office travel advice before departure for the latest safety and health guidance

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

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This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.