Solomon Islands, Visitor info — November 27, 2025 at 11:56 am

Solomon Islands Visitor info

Question	Answer
What is the Currency Exchange of SOLOMON ISLANDS to the US Dollar?	1 USD ≈ 8.22 SBD (September 2025 avg.).
Website for local Currency Exchange in SOLOMON ISLANDS?	https://www.cbsi.com.sb/ (Central Bank of Solomon Islands)
Website How to become a citizen of SOLOMON ISLANDS?	https://www.immigration.gov.sb/citizenship
Which Bank can I use that is safe in SOLOMON ISLANDS?	ANZ Solomon Islands, Bank South Pacific, National Bank of Solomon Islands.
What are the tax rules for bringing a car to SOLOMON ISLANDS?	Import duty 30-75% + VAT 10%; temporary import for tourists possible.
How much to ship a car to SOLOMON ISLANDS from Miami?	$5,500-$10,000 USD via container to Honiara.
How much higher is it to buy a car on the island of SOLOMON ISLANDS?	25-50% higher on outer islands due to shipping.
Can I sell a car in SOLOMON ISLANDS? How do I sell a car in SOLOMON ISLANDS?	Yes; transfer at Land Transport Division; local markets/Facebook.
How do I get a car license in SOLOMON ISLANDS?	Register with Land Transport Division.
How do I get a drivers license in SOLOMON ISLANDS?	Pass theory/practical tests; IDP valid 3 months.
How can I find a Rental Home, Condo, or Apartment in SOLOMON ISLANDS?	Local agents in Honiara; Facebook Marketplace.
How can I find a Timeshare in SOLOMON ISLANDS.	Limited; resort shares on Guadalcanal.
Where are the Big shopping Malls in SOLOMON ISLANDS?	None major; Honiara Central Market, Point Cruz shops.
Who can I contact that lives in SOLOMON ISLANDS? Are there any Web site Forums for SOLOMON ISLANDS?	Reddit r/SolomonIslands, Expat.com Solomon Islands.
Is there Website Local tourist Web site for SOLOMON ISLANDS?	https://www.visitsolomons.com.sb/
Who’s the Local ISP of SOLOMON ISLANDS?	Telekom (Solomon Telekom).
Who’s the Internet Service Provider of SOLOMON ISLANDS?	Solomon Telekom, Digicel Solomon Islands.
What’s the SOLOMON ISLANDS government web site address?	https://www.pmoffice.gov.sb/
Who’s the Monarch of SOLOMON ISLANDS?	King Charles III (constitutional monarchy).
Who’s the current Governor of SOLOMON ISLANDS in 2025?	Central Bank Governor Luke Forau.
Who’s the Premier of SOLOMON ISLANDS in 2025?	No Premier; Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele.
What’s the National Anthem of SOLOMON ISLANDS?	God Bless Our Solomon Islands.
What’s the Flag of SOLOMON ISLANDS?	Blue over green divided by diagonal yellow stripe with five white stars.
What’s the Territory status of SOLOMON ISLANDS?	Constitutional monarchy (Commonwealth realm).
What’s the Legal system of SOLOMON ISLANDS?	English common law.
What’s the Judicial Branch of SOLOMON ISLANDS?	High Court, Court of Appeal.
What’s the Largest Island of SOLOMON ISLANDS?	Guadalcanal.
What’s the Capital of SOLOMON ISLANDS?	Honiara.
What’s the native Language of SOLOMON ISLANDS?	English (official); 120+ indigenous languages, Pijin lingua franca.
What’s the Population of SOLOMON ISLANDS?	750,000 (2025 est.).
What’s the Website showing the Population of SOLOMON ISLANDS?	https://worldpopulationreview.com/countries/solomon-islands-population
What are the primary religions on SOLOMON ISLANDS?	Protestant (73%), Catholic (19%).
What’s the name of the Airport & Airport Code for SOLOMON ISLANDS?	Honiara International Airport (HIR).
What’s the Monetary Unit / Fiat called in SOLOMON ISLANDS?	Solomon Islands Dollar (SBD).
What’s Phone Calling Code of SOLOMON ISLANDS?	677
What’s the current Economy of SOLOMON ISLANDS in 2025?	GDP ~$1.7 billion USD; growth ~3%; logging, fishing, gold.
What are the names of the major Banks on SOLOMON ISLANDS?	ANZ, BSP, National Bank of Solomon Islands.
What’s the Sales Tax of SOLOMON ISLANDS?	VAT 10%.
What are the Departure Taxes of SOLOMON ISLANDS?	SBD 100 (~$12 USD) included in ticket.
What’s the personal income tax on SOLOMON ISLANDS?	Progressive 0-40%.
What’s the business income tax on SOLOMON ISLANDS?	30%.
Is there a property tax on SOLOMON ISLANDS if so what is it?	Yes; urban property tax 1-2%.
What’s the Accommodation Tax on SOLOMON ISLANDS?	Hotel bed tax 10%.
Can a tourist drive on SOLOMON ISLANDS?	Yes, with IDP; limited roads outside Honiara.
Life Expectancy at Birth on SOLOMON ISLANDS	73.5 years (2025 est.).
What are the major Medical Centers and Hospitals on SOLOMON ISLANDS?	National Referral Hospital (Honiara).
What’s the Unemployment rate on SOLOMON ISLANDS?	~3% (formal sector; high informal).
What’s the Website showing the Unemployment rate of SOLOMON ISLANDS?	https://www.statistics.gov.sb/
What’s the Literacy rate on SOLOMON ISLANDS?	84%.
What’s the Website showing the Literacy rate on SOLOMON ISLANDS?	https://uis.unesco.org/
What’s the Internet TLD: domain.(com) for SOLOMON ISLANDS?	.sb
What’s the National Flower of SOLOMON ISLANDS?	None official.
What’s the National Bird of SOLOMON ISLANDS?	None official.
What’s the National Tree of SOLOMON ISLANDS?	None official.
What’s the cost of Cruising Permits on SOLOMON ISLANDS?	$50-300 USD per vessel.
What’s the Website showing the cost of Cruising Permits on SOLOMON ISLANDS?	https://www.commerce.gov.sb/marine/
What are the Customs Duties on SOLOMON ISLANDS?	10-75% + VAT 10%.
What’s the Website showing the Customs Duties of SOLOMON ISLANDS?	https://www.customs.gov.sb/
What’s the Website Fishing Permits for SOLOMON ISLANDS?	https://www.fisheries.gov.sb/
What’s the Immigration Website for SOLOMON ISLANDS?	https://www.immigration.gov.sb/
What’s the Marriage License and Regulations Website for SOLOMON ISLANDS?	https://www.justice.gov.sb/
What’s the rules for bring Pets to for SOLOMON ISLANDS?	Vet certificate, rabies vaccine; 30-day quarantine.
What’s the Website address showing the rules for bring Pets to for SOLOMON ISLANDS?	https://www.quarantine.gov.sb/
What’s the Website Marine Conservation Permits for SOLOMON ISLANDS?	https://www.mecdm.gov.sb/
What’s the cost of Electricity on SOLOMON ISLANDS in kWh using US Dollars and cents?	~$0.50 USD/kWh.
What’s the cost of auto gasoline in SOLOMON ISLANDS converted to US Dollars and cents in 2025?	~$1.35 USD/liter (~$5.11/gallon).