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Solomon Islands Visa for Zambia Citizens 2026

Visa Required

Zambian citizens need a visitor visa for the Solomon Islands, arranged in advance through a visa agent or the nearest Solomon Islands diplomatic mission; fee from about USD 70, processing 5-10 working days.

Guide last updated September 28, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of arrival, with 2 blank pages
  • Completed Solomon Islands visitor visa application form
  • Proof of sufficient funds (bank statement, minimum around USD 1,500 recommended)
  • Confirmed return or onward air ticket
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter from a host in Solomon Islands)
  • Passport-size photo, 45mm x 35mm, plain white background
  • Biometrics: not routinely collected for paper visa applications; some agents may request fingerprints on arrival
  • Travel health insurance: strongly recommended, covering medical evacuation

Visa types

  • Visitor/Tourist Visa: single entry, valid up to 3 months, max stay 3 months, fee approx USD 70
  • Business Visa: single or multiple entry, valid up to 6 months, max stay 1 month per visit, fee approx USD 100
  • Transit Visa: for stays under 24-72 hours connecting through Honiara, fee approx USD 30

How to apply

  • Zambia has no Solomon Islands embassy, so applications are lodged via an accredited visa agent (see visabureau.com/solomon-islands) or by post to the Solomon Islands Ministry of Immigration in Honiara
  • Steps: complete the application form, gather supporting documents, submit with the visa fee by bank transfer or agent payment, then await a decision by email or courier return of the passport
  • Fee: approx USD 70 (visitor visa), payable in USD or local currency equivalent via the agent
  • Standard processing: 5-10 working days; agent service fees add USD 40-60 on top of the government fee
  • No interview required for standard tourist applications

Fees & processing time

  • Visa fee: approx SBD 600 / USD 70 for a single-entry visitor visa
  • Agent/handling fee: USD 40-60 if using a visa service rather than applying directly
  • Total cost estimate: USD 110-130 including handling
  • Standard processing: 5-10 working days from receipt of complete application
  • Express processing: some agents offer 2-3 day service for an extra USD 30-50

Tips for Zambia travelers

  • Apply at least 3-4 weeks before travel to allow for postal transit of the passport
  • Common rejection reasons: insufficient proof of funds, no return ticket, incomplete accommodation details
  • Using a recognized visa agent is usually faster and more reliable than mailing directly to Honiara given the lack of a local mission
  • Check current entry advisories with the Solomon Islands Ministry of Foreign Affairs before booking travel
  • Extensions of up to 3 months are possible through the Immigration Division in Honiara before the initial visa expires

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

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.