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title: Solomon Islands visa for citizens of Australia
description: "Citizens of Australia can get a visa on arrival in the Solomon Islands. Stay up to 30 days. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Solomon Islands visa for citizens of Australia

Citizens of Australia can get a visa on arrival in the Solomon Islands.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on arrival · Visitor Visa (30 days)
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Sufficient funds for stay

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at Solomon Islands border** — Present yourself at immigration with required documents.
2. **Submit documents and pay fee** — Provide passport, onward ticket, proof of funds, and pay visa fee (if any) at immigration counter.
3. **Receive visa on arrival** — Immigration officer issues visa stamp in passport.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival date.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of onward/return travel required.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Evidence of enough money for stay.
- **Visa application form (if required)** (Supporting, optional): May be required at border; check with immigration.
- **Passport-sized photo** (Identity, optional): May be requested at border.

## Proof of funds

- Bank statements
- Cash
- Traveler's cheques

Sufficient funds for duration of stay required.

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival is granted at discretion of immigration officer.
- Ensure passport has at least 6 months validity.
- Have exact fee in local currency if fee is required.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival.
- **Lack of onward/return ticket** — Have a confirmed return or onward ticket.
- **Insufficient funds** — Carry proof of sufficient funds for stay.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Australia need a visa for the Solomon Islands?

Citizens of Australia can get a visa on arrival in the Solomon Islands. Visa type: Visitor Visa (30 days).

### How long can citizens of Australia stay in the Solomon Islands?

Up to 30 days.

### What documents do citizens of Australia need for the Solomon Islands?

Valid passport; Return or onward ticket; Proof of sufficient funds; Visa application form (if required); Passport-sized photo.

### How long must my passport be valid for the Solomon Islands?

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Solomon Islands visa for every passport](/visa/solomon-islands)
- [Every destination for Australia passport holders](/visa/passport/australia)