Solomon Islands
Summary
COVID-19 entry restrictions for the Solomon Islands
Before you travel, check the ‘Entry requirements’ section for the Solomon Islands’ current entry restrictions and requirements. These may change with little warning. Monitor this advice for the latest updates and stay in contact with your travel provider.
Returning to the UK
Travelling from and returning to the UK
Check what you must do to travel abroad and return to England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland.
If you plan to pass through another country to return to the UK, check the travel advice for the country you’re transiting.
Honiara remains tense but calm following violent demonstrations in November 2021. The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force, with the support of regional security personnel are maintaining order. See Safety and security.
More generally, the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force has limited resources and response times to calls for help can be slow. There have been reports of robberies involving violence, handbag snatching, pick-pocketing, distraction thefts and harassment, particularly around the central market in Honiara. See Crime
ItDuring the COVID-19 pandemic, it is more important than ever to get travel insurance and check it provides sufficient cover. See the FCDO’s guidance on foreign travel insurance.
For information about COVID-19 vaccines, see the Coronavirus page.
Mosquito-borne diseases such as malaria and dengue fever are wide-spread across Solomon Islands. You should follow the advice of local authorities, the National Travel Health Network and Centre, and avoid being bitten by mosquitoes.
UK health authorities have classified Solomon Islands as having a risk of Zika virus transmission. For information and advice about the risks associated with Zika virus, visit the National Travel Health Network and Centre website.
Earthquakes are common in Solomon Islands. To learn more about what to do before, during and after an earthquake, see the New Zealand government’s GetReadyGetThru website. If a major earthquake or landslide occurs close to shore, you should follow the instructions of local authorities, bearing in mind that a tsunami could arrive within minutes.
The tropical cyclone season normally runs from November to May. You should monitor local and international weather updates and follow the advice of the local authorities. See Natural disasters
Fresh and salt water crocodiles and sharks are common. Large crocodiles have been seen offshore at beaches near Honiara. See Dangerous wildlife
Although there’s no recent history of terrorism in the Solomon Islands, attacks can’t be ruled out. See Terrorism
Medical facilities are very basic throughout Solomon Islands, including in Honiara. Contact local health providers for further advice. See Health
If you’re abroad and you need emergency help from the UK government, contact the nearest British embassy, consulate or high commission.
Update history
2026-03-06 16:42
New information about travel disruption (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).
2025-12-10 13:39
New information about dual nationals returning to the UK (‘Entry requirements’ page).
2025-08-01 14:23
Removal of information on tsunami alert specific to the Earthquake in the Kamchatka Peninsular Region (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).
2025-07-30 03:50
Earthquake and Tsunami warning – regional update (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).
2025-05-07 10:29
Removal of information about a motion of no confidence on 13 December (‘Safety and security’ page).
2024-12-11 12:29
Updated information on political situation (‘Safety and security’ page).
2024-04-30 16:09
Updated information on political situation (‘Safety and security’ page).
2024-04-15 15:32
This travel advice has been rewritten to make it easier to read and understand.
2024-04-12 09:19
Information about upcoming elections being held in Solomon Islands on 17 April (‘Safety and security’ page).
2024-02-28 09:11
Removal of information about Pacific Games 2023 (‘Summary’ and ‘Safety and security’ pages).
2023-11-03 13:20
Information about the Pacific Games (‘Safety and security’ page).
2023-06-22 09:29
Information about the global terrorism risks to British nationals abroad on all FCDO travel advice pages
2023-05-14 08:17
Latest Update: Statement issued by the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force urging caution ahead of opening of parliament on 15 May (‘Summary’ and ‘Safety and Security’ page)
2023-01-05 11:28
Updated information on water sports safety ( ‘Safety and Security’ pages).
2022-12-12 14:25
Updated information on unexploded ordinance (‘Entry requirements’, ‘Safety and Security’ pages).
2022-10-17 09:34
Updated information on COVID-19 testing requirements (‘Entry requirements’ page).
2022-09-09 11:01
Updated information on travel to the Solomon Islands, it is now mandatory for all travellers to undertake a PCR test on day 3 after arriving (Entry requirements page)
2022-09-09 10:50
Updated information on travel to and from the Solomon Islands (‘Coronavirus’, ‘Safety and security’ and ‘Entry requirements’ pages)
2022-08-09 16:00
Updated information on travel to and from the Solomon Islands (‘Coronavirus’, ‘Safety and security’ and ‘Entry requirements’ pages)
2022-07-06 16:55
Updated information on travel to and from the Solomon Islands (‘Coronavirus’ and ‘Entry requirements’ pages)
2022-04-26 16:42
Updated information on travel to and from the Solomon Islands (‘Coronavirus’ and ‘Entry requirements’ pages)
2022-03-25 17:53
Updated information on flights, local restrictions and quarantine requirements (‘Coronavirus’ and ‘Entry requirements’ pages)