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Welcome to the Immigration Department information Page.

The Immigration Division administers the Immigration Act 2012 and the Passport Act 2012. It is the Solomon Islands Government’s Division responsible for the enforcement of these immigration laws. The Division issues legal travel documents and permits to Solomon Islands citizens and foreign nationals in accordance with these laws and the Solomon Islands Government’s immigration policies. It is responsible for ensuring that people, who travel through Solomon Islands’ borders, do so legally. 

Go to Immigraton Official Website: www.immigration.gov.sb

Some Frequent Questions........

How do i apply for passport and what are the fees?

We have 3 Types of Passports:

  1. Ordinary passport valid for 10 years for general citizens for travel abroad. ($1000.00)
  2. Official Passports valid for 10 years for officials on duty travel 
  3. Diplomatic Passport valid for 10 years for diplomats and senior government officials.

Requirments for an ordinary passport.

  1. Completed Passport application Form
  2. Certified Birth Certificate
  3. Two passport size photos
  4. Old passport (for renewal)
  5. Marriage Certificate (if applying under a married name)
  6. Payment Receipt for the passport fee.
  7. Two declaration forms. (One filled by family members and another by friend)

How long it takes to process a passport?

Collect your passport after 14 working days (or sooner for express fees)

What visa should i apply for?

There are two main categories:

  1. Short Term Visa
    1. Tourist Visa
    2. Visitors visa
    3. Business visa
  2. Long-term Visa

Vision

Mission

Core Functions

We aspire to secure Solomon Islands borders and to play our part in protecting our people and economy.

The Immigration Division will continue to work on strengthening and modernizing the nation’s defenses against all border threats through structured reforms, digitization and strategic partnering.

The Division’s core functions are;

  • Issuing and renewal of passports and travel documents
  • Issuing and renewal of permits and visas
  • Enforcement of Solomon Islands immigration laws at the country’s borders.
  • Inspection of foreign companies
  • Raising public awareness of Solomon Islands’ immigration laws
  • Monitoring of people granted permits and visas
  • Deportation of foreign nationals that breach Solomon Islands’ immigration laws

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    Immigration Divisions

    The Immigration Division administers and is responsible for enforcing Solomon Islands’ immigration laws. The Division issues legal travel documents and permits to Solomon Islands citizens and foreign nationals in accordance with these laws and the Solomon Islands Government’s immigration policies. The Division is made up of four Units that are responsible for the issuing of passports and visas and for ensuring that people who travel through Solomon Islands’ borders, do so legally.  

    Our Units

    The Immigration Division is made up of four Units. They include the Border Control Unit, Permit Unit, Passport Unit and Enforcement Unit.

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    Visa Information

    Solomon Islands issues visas to foreign nationals wishing to visit Solomon Islands or those wishing to the country for a longer term stay. Exemptions are given to people with diplomatic privileges or foreign nationals working for the Solomon islands Government. 

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    Apply for visa?

    If you are planning to apply for any visa category, please follow this link.

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    SI Passports

    We issue three types of passports specifically Ordinary Passports, Official Passports and Diplomats Passports to Solomon islands citizens

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    Visa on Arrival

    Follow this link to see the list of countries that can get visa on arrival.

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