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You need a visa for Solomon Islands if you have a Sierra Leonean passport

A visa on arrival is also issued at the border for this route. Applying beforehand avoids the queue at the airport.

These visas exist for Solomon Islands, but they cannot be applied for online with Sierra Leonean nationality. Tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a price.

Travelling to Solomon Islands Visa required

Frequently asked questions

Yes. Sierra Leonean citizens need a visa for Solomon Islands. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.

Yes, a visa on arrival is issued at the border for this route. Applying before you travel avoids the queue at the airport.

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What Solomon Islands may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

  • Passport valid 6+ months beyond entry date
  • Confirmed return or onward ticket required
  • Proof of sufficient funds for stay
  • Accommodation booking or host invitation
  • Recent passport-sized photograph
  • Travel insurance strongly recommended

Entry requirements for Sierra Leonean travellers

These rules apply specifically to Sierra Leonean passport holders entering Solomon Islands as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

  • Required

    Mandatory health declaration card

    All travelers arriving in Solomon Islands by air must fill out a health declaration card and present this to the respective airport health authorities upon arrival in Solomon Islands. Travelers will be provided this form either onboard arriving aircraft or at the point of entry.

    Solomon Islands Embassy Last checked 2026-08-03
  • Required

    Mandatory proof of return or onward ticket from Solomon Islands

    Travelers require proof of a ticket showing their entrance and exit from Solomon Islands.

    • This requirement doesn’t apply to the following travelers: -Nationals of Solomon Islands; -Foreign nationals residing in Solomon Islands.
    Solomon Islands Immigration Division Last checked 2026-08-03
  • Required

    Travelers require a passport valid for at least 6 months from the time of entry

    Travelers need a valid passport to enter Solomon Islands. The traveler's passport must remain valid for at least 6 months after the traveler arrives in Solomon Islands.

    Solomon Islands Immigration Division Last checked 2026-08-03
  • Recommended

    Recommended vaccinations for Solomon Islands

    Travelers should consider: -Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B vaccines; -Typhoid vaccine for visits to smaller cities or rural areas; -Routine vaccines including Polio and Measles. Additional vaccine recommendations may apply. Consult your healthcare provider and check the source for details.

    CDC - Solomon Islands Last checked 2026-08-03
  • Not required

    Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Solomon Islands

    Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Solomon Islands.

    Last checked 2026-08-03
  • Not required

    Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required

    Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Solomon Islands.

    Last checked 2026-08-03
  • May be required

    Visa may be required for transit

    Travelers may be required to obtain a visa to transit through Solomon Islands. Travelers should contact their nearest Solomon Islands embassy or consulate for further details.

    Last checked 2026-08-03

A look at Solomon Islands

  • Crystal clear waters of Marovo Lagoon in the Solomon Islands with traditional canoe and palm-fringed islands
    Marovo Lagoon — the world's largest saltwater lagoon
  • Historic WWII relics including rusting ship hulls and equipment in the waters near Guadalcanal
    Guadalcanal — site of pivotal WWII battles and now a diving destination
  • Scuba diver exploring vibrant coral reef with colorful tropical fish in Solomon Islands waters
    World-class diving among pristine coral reefs and WWII wrecks
  • View of Honiara harbor and city center with Point Cruz and surrounding hills on Guadalcanal Island
    Honiara — capital city and gateway to the Solomon Islands

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