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Canada to Solomon Islands visa requirements

Canadian passport holders do not need a visa for tourism in the Solomon Islands. You receive a free Visitor's Permit on arrival, valid for stays of up to 3 months within any 12-month period. Canada is not on the Solomon Islands' formal visa-exemption list, but Canadian ordinary passport holders are granted a free Visitor's Permit on arrival, allowing tourist stays of up to three months in aggregate within any twelve-month period. No visa or eVisa needs to be obtained in advance and no fee is charged for the permit itself. At immigration in Honiara (Henderson International Airport) you must present a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended departure, a confirmed return or onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds; immigration officers may also ask for accommodation details. The Visitor's Permit can be extended in-country for a further period of up to 3 months where special circumstances justify it, by applying to the Immigration Division of the Ministry of Commerce, Industries, Labour and Immigration in Honiara. Stays beyond 90 days that convert to a visa or residence permit trigger an HIV test requirement. Both the official Tourism Solomons website and the Government of Canada travel advisory confirm the no-visa-required tourist channel for Canadians as of 2026. The Solomon Islands is in the South Pacific and is not part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply.
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
Visa-free (Visitor's Permit issued on arrival)
Maximum stay
Up to 3 months in aggregate within any 12-month period
per entry
Entries
Effectively multiple within the 3-month aggregate; permit issued per arrival
from issue date
Visa fee
Free (no charge for the on-arrival Visitor's Permit)
consular fee only
Processing time
Issued immediately at the immigration counter on arrival
standard track
Validity
Valid for the duration of the authorized stay; up to 3 months, extendable in-country
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport validity and blank pages
Ensure your Canadian passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned departure from the Solomon Islands and has blank pages for the entry stamp.
· 6 months validity· Blank pages
/02
Book return or onward travel
Hold a confirmed return or onward ticket out of the Solomon Islands, as immigration officers require proof you intend to leave within the permitted period.
· Return/onward ticket required
/03
Prepare proof of funds and accommodation
Carry evidence of sufficient funds for your stay (bank statements, credit cards) and details of your accommodation or itinerary in case officers ask.
· Proof of funds· Accommodation details
/04
Check health requirements
Carry a yellow fever vaccination certificate only if arriving from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission. Note measles proof may be required if arriving from certain Pacific nations.
· Yellow fever (if from risk country)
/05
Receive Visitor's Permit on arrival
On landing at Honiara (Henderson International Airport), present your passport and supporting documents to immigration; the free Visitor's Permit is stamped into your passport.
· No advance visa· Issued on arrival
/06
Extend in-country if needed
If you need to stay longer than the granted period, apply to the Immigration Division of the Ministry of Commerce, Industries, Labour and Immigration in Honiara before your permit expires.
· Extension up to 3 more months
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
Personalized checklist
Canada -> Solomon Islands · Visa-free (Visitor's Permit issued on arrival)
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RequiredCanadian passport valid 6+ months beyond departure date
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredBlank passport page(s) 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
RecommendedAccommodation details / itinerary
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
ConditionalYellow fever vaccination certificate (only if arriving from a risk country)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
conditional
ConditionalMeasles vaccination proof (if arriving from certain Pacific nations)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
conditional
RecommendedTravel and medical insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
ConditionalOnward-destination visa if your itinerary requires it
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
conditional
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 (official tourism authority)Government of Canada - Travel Advice, Solomon IslandsSolomon Islands Immigration Division (Ministry of Commerce, Industries, Labour and Immigration)
Application link included: Tourism Solomons - Visitor Visa (official tourism authority)
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visitor's Permit on arrivalSBD 0Free; no charge for the standard tourist Visitor's Permit
Permit extension (in-country)VariesFee applies if extending beyond the initially granted period; payable at Immigration in Honiara
Departure / airport chargesUsually included in airfareAny applicable departure tax is typically bundled into the ticket price
Total estimate0 — 0incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visitor's Permit on arrival
Immediate (at the immigration counter)
Standard channel for Canadian tourists; permit stamped into passport on arrival at no cost.
In-country extension
Several days to weeks
Apply at the Immigration Division in Honiara before the current permit expires if you need a longer stay.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Tourism / holiday
Diving, WWII history sites, and island hopping are the most common reasons Canadians visit, all covered by the visitor permit.
High
/02
Visiting friends and relatives
Short social visits to residents or expatriates fall within the visa-free visitor permit.
Medium
/03
Short business meetings
Brief business visits are permitted (Canada is treated as visa-exempt for short business stays up to 30 days); longer or paid work needs a work permit.
Medium
/04
Cruise / transit stopover
Travelers passing through on Pacific cruises or connecting flights use the on-arrival permit for short stays.
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
Canada to Solomon Is. route verified
Confirmed via Tourism Solomons, Government of Canada travel advisory, and Solomon Islands visa policy references that Canadian ordinary passport holders receive a free Visitor's Permit on arrival for up to 3 months in any 12-month period; no advance visa required.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Canadians need a visa to visit the Solomon Islands?—
No. Canadian passport holders are granted a free Visitor's Permit on arrival for tourism, valid for up to 3 months within any 12-month period. No advance visa or eVisa is required.
How long can I stay?+
Is there a fee for the Visitor's Permit?+
What do I need to show at immigration?+
Do I need any vaccinations?+
Can I work or study on the Visitor's Permit?+
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