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Mexico to Solomon Islands visa requirements

Yes, Mexican passport holders need a visa to visit the Solomon Islands. Mexico is NOT on the Solomon Islands' visa-exemption list nor on its 42-country free "visitor permit on arrival" list, so a Mexican tourist must obtain a Visitor (Tourist) Visa with prior approval from the Director of Immigration before traveling. The visa can be applied for online (USD 50) or via standard application (USD 100). A Mexican ordinary passport holder requires a visa to enter the Solomon Islands for tourism. The Solomon Islands grants outright visa exemption only to a small number of countries/official-passport holders (e.g., PRC, and EU/UAE/India/Indonesia official-passport holders) and allows a free 3-month "visitor permit on arrival" to citizens of about 42 listed countries and territories (including the USA, Canada, UK, Australia, NZ, Japan, Brazil, Argentina and most Pacific nations). Mexico appears on neither list. Under the Immigration Act, nationals of non-listed countries must obtain prior authorization from the Director of Immigration; in practice this means securing a Visitor Visa approval before boarding. The Solomon Islands Immigration Division now accepts visitor-visa applications online (USD 50) as well as by standard lodgement (USD 100). A visitor permit allows stays not exceeding three months in any 12-month period. Although the law references an "on arrival" permit and immigration occasionally issues a 30-day visa on arrival, this is discretionary and not guaranteed for Mexicans, so the conservative and accurate verdict is visa-required: arrange approval in advance. Passport must be valid 6 months beyond travel, with a confirmed return/onward ticket and proof of funds.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE 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 (Tourist) Visa - prior approval from Director of Immigration required
Maximum stay
Up to 3 months in any 12-month period (often issued 30 days initially, extendable)
per entry
Entries
Single entry (multiple-entry by application)
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 50 (online) / USD 100 (standard lodgement)
consular fee only
Processing time
About 5-15 business days
standard track
Validity
Enter within validity stated on approval; stay up to 3 months
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need a visa
As a Mexican passport holder you are not on the Solomon Islands visa-exemption or free visitor-permit-on-arrival lists, so you must obtain a Visitor Visa with prior approval before travel.
· Mexico not exempt· Prior approval required
/02
Gather your documents
Prepare passport (valid 6+ months), passport bio-page copy, a passport photo, confirmed return/onward air ticket, proof of sufficient funds, and accommodation details.
· Passport 6 months· Onward ticket
/03
Apply for the Visitor Visa
Submit the Visitor (Tourist) Visa application to the Solomon Islands Immigration Division, preferably via the online channel (USD 50) rather than standard lodgement (USD 100).
· Online USD 50· Immigration Division
/04
Pay the fee
Pay the visa fee in US dollars; fees are levied in USD and converted to Solomon Islands Dollars at registration.
· Paid in USD
/05
Receive approval before flying
Wait for written approval/authorization from the Director of Immigration. Carry the approval letter to present at check-in and on arrival at Honiara (Henderson International Airport).
· Approval letter· Carry on arrival
/06
Enter and observe stay limits
On arrival you receive a visitor permit; do not exceed 3 months in any 12-month period. Apply for extension before expiry if needed.
· Max 3 months/year· Extend before expiry
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
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RequiredPassport valid at least 6 months beyond arrival date
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredCompleted Solomon Islands Visitor Visa application
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredPrior approval/authorization from the Director of Immigration
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredConfirmed return or onward air 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
RequiredPassport-size photograph
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredCopy of passport bio-data page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RecommendedAccommodation/hotel booking details
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RequiredVisa fee payable in USD (50 online / 100 standard)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedTravel/health insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
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.
Application link included: Solomon Islands Immigration Division - Visas
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visitor Visa - online applicationUSD 50Recommended channel; cheaper than standard lodgement
Visitor Visa - standard lodgementUSD 100In-person/embassy paper application
Visa extensionUSD 100To extend stay beyond initial period, applied before expiry
Total estimateUSD 50USD 100incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard lodgement
About 10-15 business days
Paper application via consulate/Immigration office; USD 100.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Mexico is not visa-exempt
The Solomon Islands grants visa exemption only to a limited set of countries and official-passport holders; Mexico is not among them.
High
/02
Mexico is not on the visitor-permit-on-arrival list
Only about 42 listed countries/territories (e.g., USA, Canada, UK, Australia, NZ, Japan, Brazil) get the free 3-month permit on arrival; Mexico is excluded.
High
/03
Prior immigration approval is mandatory for non-listed nationals
Under the Immigration Act, nationals of non-listed countries need prior authorization from the Director of Immigration before entry.
High
/04
On-arrival issuance is discretionary, not guaranteed
Any 30-day visa on arrival is at officer discretion and unreliable for Mexicans, so advance approval is the safe route.
Medium
/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 · major
Mexico to Solomon Is. route verified
Confirmed against the Solomon Islands Immigration Division, Wikipedia visa policy page, and the UN mission page that Mexico is not visa-exempt and not on the visitor-permit-on-arrival list; a Visitor Visa with prior approval is required (USD 50 online / USD 100 standard).
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can a Mexican citizen get a visa on arrival in the Solomon Islands?
Not reliably. Mexico is not on the 42-country free visitor-permit-on-arrival list. Mexican nationals must obtain prior approval from the Director of Immigration before traveling, so a visa should be arranged in advance.
How much does the Solomon Islands tourist visa cost for Mexicans?+
How long can a Mexican tourist stay in the Solomon Islands?+
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Is the Solomon Islands part of the Schengen area?+
/11 — Passport tools

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