Honiara: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Honiara is the capital and largest city of Solomon Islands, situated on the northwestern coast of Guadalcanal. As of 2019, it had a population of 129,569 people.

Honiara · CC BY-SA 4.0

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Now in the cityHoniarasunset 06:17 PM

EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.

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Exchange rate$7.94per 1 $SBD — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026

Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.

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New information about Solomon Islands’ new electronic visa system (see ‘Visa requirements' on the ‘Entry requirements’ page).

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

US State DepartmentLevel 2Watch your surroundings and belongings more closely than usual.

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Exercise increased caution to Solomon Islands due to risks to health , unexploded ordinance , crime and civil unrest . Mosquito-borne diseases Mosquito-borne diseases such as malaria and dengue fever are widespread. Medical facilities and clinics outside of Honiara are under-resourced in terms of drugs and medical equipment.

Source: US Department of State Travel Advisory

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Honiara: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

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Getting there and staying

Visa and practicalities

Safety and health

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