Solomon Islands visa options for Ireland passport holders

Visa types & longer-stay routes for Solomon Islands

Rules are written for foreign nationals generally; specific entry mechanics vary by nationality (visa-free, free permit-on-arrival, or pre-arrival e-visa) — verify your own passport against the Solomon Islands Immigration Division list.

• Most nomadsTourist

  Visitor / Tourist Visa (permit on arrival or e-visa)

  Up to ~90 days (3 months) in any 12-month period; the e-visa 'Tourist Visa' is issued for 30 days and can be renewed up to a maximum stay of ~150 days. Verify per nationality.

  Insurance

  Requiredno health insurance is required by Solomon Islands immigration for entry, but travel/medical cover is strongly advised given limited local healthcare and frequent medical evacuations.

  Good for

  Tourists, holidaymakers and people visiting friends or family. Many nationalities (most Commonwealth, EU and US citizens) get a free visitor permit on arrival; others apply via the e-visa portal beforehand.

  Requirement

  Passport valid 6+ months, onward/return air ticket, and proof of sufficient funds. Holder must NOT engage in any work, paid or unpaid.

• Business

  Business Visa (short-term)

  Up to ~90 days; single or multiple entry, non-extendable (verify).

  Insurance

  Recommendednot a stated government requirement; private medical/travel cover advised.

  Good for

  Foreign nationals travelling for short-term business activities such as meetings, conferences or negotiations (not local employment).

  Requirement

  Business purpose documentation; fee around USD 450 (approx, varies). Applied for via the e-visa portal / Director of Immigration.

• Work

  Long-Term Employment Visa

  Up to ~2 years, multiple/unlimited entries, extendable (approx, verify).

  Insurance

  Recommendedno insurance condition is published; employers and applicants should arrange private medical cover.

  Good for

  Skilled foreign workers taking up employment with a Solomon Islands employer (the main route for foreign workers).

  Requirement

  Sponsoring employer details and Labour Division support / work permit; passport bio-page, police report and medical report typically required. Fee around USD 450 (approx).

• Work

  Short-Term Employment Visa

  Short-term employment ~6 months, single entry, extendable; Emergency Employment ~30 days, max 4 entries/year, non-extendable (approx, verify).

  Insurance

  Recommendedno insurance requirement stated; private medical cover advised.

  Good for

  Temporary foreign workers on short assignments. A separate Emergency Employment Visa exists for urgently-needed skilled workers (e.g. engineers, disaster response).

  Requirement

  Letter of support from the Solomon Islands Labour Division; passport bio-page, police report and medical report. Fee ~USD 300 (short-term) / ~USD 200 total (emergency).

• Study

  Student Visa

  Valid up to ~2 years; extension is by reapplying for a new visa rather than extending. Multiple entry. Work not permitted.

  Insurance

  Recommendedno health insurance requirement is published by immigration; cover is nonetheless advisable.

  Good for

  Foreign nationals enrolling full-time at an accredited Solomon Islands education institution, plus their dependents.

  Requirement

  Letter of acceptance/enrolment from the institution confirming the program and duration; passport copy. Fee ~USD 150 plus ~USD 50 online fee (approx).

• Residence

  Resident & Permanent Resident Visa (long-term / investor / family)

  Long-term resident visa up to ~5 years (extendable); standard long-term entry-and-reside visas up to ~2 years. Permanent residency generally requires ~5 years prior continuous stay. Fees range roughly USD 300 to USD 1,500 (approx, varies).

  Insurance

  Recommendedno statutory insurance requirement found; long-stay residents should hold private medical/evacuation cover.

  Good for

  Foreign nationals settling long-term - including investors, established residents, and family/dependents of citizens or residents. Long-term entry-and-residence covers business, investment, employment, research and religious purposes.

  Requirement

  Apply to the Director of Immigration before entry; documentation depends on category (employment/investment/family proof). Police and medical reports commonly required.

• Transit

  Transit Visa (commercial maritime crew)

  ~7 days on arrival, single entry, up to ~14 days total (approx); extension requires a new substantive visa.

  Insurance

  OptionalNot required - no insurance condition stated for transit; cover still sensible.

  Good for

  Crew of commercial vessels transiting through the Solomon Islands. Note: the published transit visa is maritime-specific; ordinary air travellers usually use a short visitor permit rather than a dedicated transit visa.

  Requirement

  Vessel and shipping-agent details. Verify current rules with Immigration, as transit handling differs for air vs. sea.

Figures are approximate and nationality-dependent; confirm with the Solomon Islands Immigration Division before travel. Last checked: 2026-06.

Last verified June 2026

Ireland → Solomon Islands: frequently asked

Do Ireland passport holders need a visa to visit Solomon Islands?

Visa on arrival. Get the visa at the border on entry. Always confirm with the official source before booking.

Can a Ireland passport holder live or work long-term in Solomon Islands?

Yes, via a long-stay visa. Solomon Islands has 7 documented visa types covering work, study, residence and — where it exists — digital-nomad routes.

Do I need travel insurance for Solomon Islands?

Entry to Solomon Islands never includes health cover, so travel medical insurance is strongly recommended. Several Solomon Islands visas also require proof of insurance before they're granted.