Up to 3 months in aggregate within any 12-month period. An extension of up to a further 3 months may be granted in special circumstances.

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Australia to Solomon Islands visa requirements

Q: Is there a fee for the visitor's permit?

No. The visitor's permit issued on arrival to eligible nationals, including Australians, is free of charge.

Q: What documents do I need at the border?

A passport valid for at least 6 months, a confirmed return or onward ticket, proof of sufficient funds and, ideally, proof of accommodation. Proof of measles vaccination is recommended.

Q: Can I work on a visitor's permit?

No. The permit is for tourism and short visits only. Working requires a separate work visa from the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, Labour and Immigration.

Q: How do I extend my stay?

Apply to the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, Labour and Immigration before your permit expires; extensions of up to a further 3 months may be granted where justified.

No advance visa needed. Australian ordinary passport holders are granted a free visitor's permit on arrival for stays of up to 3 months for tourism. Australia is one of the designated countries (including Commonwealth and EU nations) whose ordinary passport holders enjoy visa-free entry to Solomon Islands for short tourist visits. On arrival, you are issued a complimentary visitor's permit allowing a stay of up to 3 months in any 12-month period, with no fee and no need to apply or register in advance. You must hold a passport valid for at least 6 months, a confirmed return or onward ticket, and evidence of sufficient funds and accommodation; immigration officers may ask to see these. The permit covers tourism and short visits only and does not authorise paid work or business employment, which require a separate visa from the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, Labour and Immigration. The permit can be extended in-country for a further period of up to 3 months where special circumstances justify it. Proof of measles vaccination is recommended. This visa-free arrangement is long-standing and remains in force as of May 2026; no eVisa, ETA or paid visa-on-arrival scheme applies to Australian tourists.

VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Visitor's permit (visa-free, issued on arrival)

Maximum stay

Up to 3 months

per entry

Entries

Multiple (aggregate up to 3 months per 12-month period)

from issue date

Visa fee

Free (SBD 0)

consular fee only

Processing time

At the border on arrival

standard track

Validity

3 months within any 12-month period

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm your eligibility

As an Australian ordinary passport holder you qualify for visa-free entry; no advance visa or online application is required for a tourist stay of up to 3 months.

· Visa-free· No pre-application

/02

Check passport validity

Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended departure and has blank pages for entry stamps.

· 6 months validity

/03

Book return or onward travel

Arrange a confirmed return or onward ticket, as immigration officers require proof you will leave within the permitted period.

· Return/onward ticket

/04

Prepare supporting documents

Carry proof of accommodation and evidence of sufficient funds; carrying proof of measles vaccination is recommended.

· Funds· Accommodation

/05

Arrive and obtain your permit

On landing at Honiara (Henderson) International Airport, present your documents to immigration to receive a free visitor's permit stamped for up to 3 months.

· On arrival· Free permit

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Extend if needed

If you need to stay longer, apply to the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, Labour and Immigration before your permit expires; extensions of up to a further 3 months may be granted in special circumstances.

· Extension possible

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

11 items

Personalized checklist

Australia -> Solomon Islands · Visitor's permit (visa-free, issued on arrival)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredAustralian passport valid 6+ months beyond departure

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredBlank passport pages for entry stamp

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredConfirmed return or onward ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredProof of sufficient funds for the stay

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

required

RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel booking or host details)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedProof of measles vaccination

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RecommendedTravel/health insurance covering medical costs

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

OptionalContact details / itinerary for the visit

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

optional

ConditionalOfficial application form or online application

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesTourism Solomons - Visitor Visa Wikipedia - Visa policy of Solomon Islands My SIG Services Portal - How to Get a Visa

Application link included: Tourism Solomons - Visitor Visa

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Visitor's permit on arrivalSBD 0Free of charge for eligible visa-free nationals including Australians

Permit extension (if required)VariesPayable to the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, Labour and Immigration if extending beyond 3 months

Total estimate0 — 0incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

On arrival at port of entry

Same day (at immigration counter)

Visitor's permit issued automatically at the border upon presenting passport, onward ticket and supporting documents.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Australia is a designated visa-free country

Solomon Islands grants visa-free entry to citizens of around 40 designated countries and territories, including Commonwealth members such as Australia.

High

/02

Short tourist stay within 3 months

The free visitor's permit covers tourism and short visits up to 3 months in any 12-month period, comfortably covering typical trips.

High

/03

Valid passport and onward ticket held

Travellers who present a 6-month-valid passport and a return or onward ticket meet the core entry conditions.

High

/04

Purpose is tourism, not work

Visa-free entry does not permit paid employment; a separate work visa is required for working, which is a common reason entry is refused.

Medium

/05

Insufficient funds or no onward ticket

Border officers may refuse entry if you cannot show sufficient funds or onward travel.

Low

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30

Australia to Solomon Is. route verified

Confirmed via Tourism Solomons, Solomon Islands visa policy and Australian Government sources that Australian ordinary passport holders receive a free visitor's permit on arrival for up to 3 months; no advance visa required.

/09 — The questions