Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before every trip. Some of these vaccines include Chickenpox (Varicella) Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis (DTaP, Tdap, or Td) Flu (influenza) Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) Polio Shingles
Maximum Alerts / Solomon Islands
Level published by the State Department on 28.04.2025 · read 13 October 2026 · source checked daily
Solomon Islands — official level as of 13 October 2026: Level 2/4 ("Exercise Increased Caution"), from the U.S. Department of State. Maximum Insurance covers this country: hospital settled directly, unlimited repatriation, USD 1.5M, certificate on payment.
Every country has its own scale, so we ask them all the same question: is the whole country advised against?
An advisory covering only areas of the country does not raise the answer: it stays “No”, and the area is shown in the relevant column.
The level shown on this page — and across this site — is the one published by the U.S. State Department, from 1 (normal precautions) to 4 (do not travel). France and the United Kingdom publish their own advisories, with their own rules: they add to that level, they do not replace it.
You will be alerted only on the day the official level of this country changes.
In a life-threatening emergency, call local emergency services first, then Maximum: +41 22 ••• •• •• — 24/7 support number, an adviser stays with you to the end.
The 207 country pages — hospitals, pharmacies, police, embassies, emergency numbers, official advice from four governments, health, safety in figures, events in progress — read around the city you name. Your policy — benefits, the six steps, claims, articles. The site — prices, certificate, subscription. Nothing else: what it does not know, it says so and hands you to an adviser.
What I say on the phone
What to do, in this order
In immediate danger, call local emergency services first. Then contact assistance without delay; before engaging a service, seek approval under your policy. Cover is confirmed by the insurer.
Ask assistance where to get care and whether direct cover can be arranged. It confirms the facility and seeks the insurer's approval under your policy. In immediate danger, call local emergency services first.
Even for a pain you meant to shrug off. Without a medical certificate written on the spot, the same day, the insurer cannot cover the event — a certificate written after you return does not count.
The hospital desk sends the request to assistance. Direct payment depends on the insurer's approval and the policy; the call alone does not guarantee it. Have the response confirmed before relying on no up-front payment.
In a life-threatening emergency, call local emergency services immediately. For an arranged transfer or repatriation, contact assistance: the insurer's medical team decides on measures under the policy. A medical flight booked without approval may not be reimbursed.
Even if everything went well on the ground. Send your invoices and the medical report within 30 days; after that, compensation may be reduced or refused.
Reading hospitals, doctors and pharmacies around this point…
Country dial code: +677
OpenStreetMap list read on 13.10.2026, straight-line distances. In an emergency: +41 22 ••• •• ••.
near Vara Road
near Kukum Highway
No named pharmacy in the radius read around Honiara.
near Mud Alley
Tandai Hwy Honiara
Mo-Fr 08:00-12:00,13:00-15:00
Tandai Highway Honiara
open "By appointment only";PH off
near Tandai Highway
near Mendana Avenue
Commonwealth St.
Mo-Fr 08:30-16:00
near Mendana Avenue
Honiara
near Mendana Avenue
near Tandai Highway
near Savo Street
near Kukum Highway
near Tandai Highway
near Lunga Drive Thru
Forecast: MET Norway (Norwegian Meteorological Institute, CC BY 4.0), grouped by day and formatted by Maximum.
10-13 1.9 · 10-14 1.8 · 10-15 1.7 · 10-16 1.6 · 10-17 1.5 · 10-18 1.4 · 10-19 1.3 m³/s
Simulated discharge: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Emergency Management Service information 2026. For information only: this is not a flood warning; only national or regional authorities issue those.
No geolocated event in this country at this reading.
No geolocated UCDP incident in this country.
No news located around Honiara in this reading.
National numbers (Wikidata, 2026 reading). On site, call local emergency services first, then Maximum: the insurer sends its payment guarantee to the hospital.
Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before every trip. Some of these vaccines include Chickenpox (Varicella) Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis (DTaP, Tdap, or Td) Flu (influenza) Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) Polio Shingles
All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please see Your COVID-19 Vaccination for more information.
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to the Solomon Islands. Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series. Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers of all ages traveling to the Solomon Islands.
CDC recommends that travelers going to the Solomon Islands take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take. Transmission areas All Drug resistance 1 Chloroquine Species P. vivax (70%) P.
Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.
Monkeypox vaccination is recommended for any adult who anticipates any of the following activities during travel: Sexual or intimate contact with a new partner Sexual or intimate contact at a commercial sex venue, like a sex club or bathhouse Sexual or intimate contact in exchange for money, goods, drugs, or other trade Sexual or intimate contact in association with a large public event, such as a rave, party, or…
Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in the Solomon Islands. If rabies exposures occur while in the Solomon Islands, rabies vaccines may only be available in larger suburban/urban medical facilities.
Recommended for most travelers. Typhoid vaccine is not 100% effective. Practicing safe food and water habits , including washing hands at key times , can also help prevent typhoid fever .
CDC recommendations: Vaccine is not recommended. Country entry requirements: Direct travel from United States: Vaccine is not required. Travel from countries with risk for YF virus transmission: Vaccine is required for travelers ≥9 months old. 3 Updated April 23, 2025 See footnotes
CDC Travelers' Health, re-read weekly — the recommendation depends on your age, vaccines and itinerary: confirm it with a doctor or a travel clinic 4 to 6 weeks before departure.CDC ↗read 10.10.2026
High incidence: a long stay or time in care settings warrants a test on return.
Coverage too low to stop the virus circulating: check your two MMR doses before leaving.
Strong transmission: discuss preventive treatment with a doctor before leaving; bed net and repellent on site.
World Bank — latest published valuedata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026
Source: France Diplomatie (health advice, in French).
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
WHO: no outbreak reported for this country in the last 24 months (Disease Outbreak News).who.int ↗read 13.10.2026
FDFA (Switzerland) — medical care, in French
Les soins médicaux ne sont assurés que partiellement. En cas de maladie ou de blessure grave, il est préférable de se faire soigner hors du pays (p. ex. en Australie). Par mesure de sécurité, il est donc recommandé de se faire établir un visa touristique pour l'Australie avant le départ. Les hôpitaux exigent une garantie financière (carte de crédit ou paiement d’avance) avant de commencer un traitement. Si vous prenez régulièrement des médicaments , emportez-en une quantité suffisante avec vous. N’oubliez toutefois pas que l’importation de médicaments contenant des stupéfiants (p. ex. méthadone) ou l’importation de substances utilisées pour traiter des troubles psychiques est soumise à des prescriptions spéciales dans de nombreux pays. Le cas échéant, renseignez-vous à ce sujet, avant le départ, auprès de la représentation étrangère compétente (ambassade ou consulat) et consultez la rubrique Liens voyages , où vous trouverez, entre autres, de plus amples informations sur ce thème ainsi que sur la médecine du voyage en général. Les informations concernant la propagation de maladies et les éventuelles mesures de protection à prendre sont fournies par le personnel médical et les centres de vaccination. Liens voyages
France Diplomatiesource ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 13.10.2026
Consulter si besoin son médecin traitant ou un centre de vaccinations internationales (médecine des voyages) pour faire une évaluation de son état de santé et bénéficier de recommandations sanitaires, notamment sur les vaccinations. Consulter éventuellement son dentiste avant le départ.
Constituer sa pharmacie personnelle en conséquence et n’emporter dans ses bagages que les médicaments strictement nécessaires ; ne jamais consommer de médicaments achetés dans la rue (risque de contrefaçons). Les médicaments doivent être dans leur emballage d’origine avec les étiquettes originales, accompagnés d’une ordonnance portant le nom des médicaments en dénomination commune internationale (DCI). Il est indispensable de vérifier que les médicaments concernés sont autorisés dans le pays visité : pour plus d’informations, consulter la fiche Informations pratiques .
Les vaccins recommandés en France sont également indispensables lors d’un séjour à l’étranger : les maladies qu’ils préviennent circulent partout dans le monde, parfois même plus fréquemment qu’en France. Avant tout départ, le voyageur (adulte et enfant) doit donc d’abord s’assurer d’être à jour du calendrier vaccinal français, en particulier des vaccins contre la diphtérie, le tétanos, la poliomyélite, la coqueluche mais aussi contre la rougeole. Le carnet de vaccination peut être demandé à l’arrivée de certains pays.
Des vaccinations complémentaires peuvent être nécessaires :
Il est donc conseillé de consulter son médecin traitant ou un centre de vaccinations internationales (médecine des voyages) suffisamment de temps avant le voyage.
La chikungunya est une maladie virale transmise par l’intermédiaire de moustiques infectés. Cette maladie se manifeste par l’apparition de symptômes grippaux (fièvre, douleurs musculaires et articulaires). En cas de signes cliniques, il est impératif de consulter immédiatement un médecin ; le traitement est uniquement symptomatique. Les moyens de prévention reposent sur la vaccination et la protection contre les piqûres de moustiques. Il est conseillé avant le départ de se référer à son médecin traitant et/ou à un centre de vaccination internationale.
Pour plus d’informations , consulter la rubrique risques sanitaires .
La dengue est une maladie virale transmise par piqûres de moustiques. Les symptômes sont de type grippal (fièvre, maux de tête, courbatures, parfois éruption cutanée). En cas de signes cliniques, il est impératif de consulter immédiatement un médecin. Il n’existe pas de traitement curatif. La prise en charge médicale repose uniquement sur le traitement des symptômes. Il faut impérativement éviter la prise d’anti-inflammatoire. La prévention individuelle repose essentiellement sur les moyens de protection contre les piqûres de moustiques. La vaccination des voyageurs peut être indiquée dans certains cas. Il est conseillé de se référer, avant son départ, à son médecin traitant et /ou à un centre de vaccination internationale.
Pour plus d’informations, consulter le site du ministère de la Santé et le site de l’Organisation mondiale de la Santé .
Le paludisme (ou malaria) est une maladie parasitaire transmise par piqûres de moustiques infectés. Les formes bénignes associent des symptômes de type grippal : fièvre, frissons, fatigue, maux de tête, courbatures, vomissements. Des formes graves potentiellement…
La fièvre typhoïde est une maladie infectieuse causée par des bactéries présentes dans l’eau contaminée par des matières fécales d’origine humaine. L’infection résulte le plus souvent de l’ingestion d’eau ou d’aliments contaminés, ou d’une transmission directe de personne à personne. Les symptômes surviennent en moyenne 3 semaines après la contamination et associent fièvre, maux de tête, perte d’appétit, douleurs abdominales avec diarrhée ou constipation, fatigue et parfois, éruption cutanée. Dans les formes plus graves, la fièvre typhoïde peut être fatale en l’absence de traitement.
Les mesures de prévention reposent sur les règles élémentaires d’hygiène générale vis-à-vis de l’eau, des aliments et du lavage des mains ainsi que sur la vaccination.
Pour plus d’informations , consulter le site de l'Institut Pasteur .
La tuberculose est une maladie infectieuse causée par une bactérie, transmise par voie aérienne. Elle touche principalement les poumons, mais peut aussi affecter d’autres organes. La maladie peut être latente ou active, avec des symptômes comme une toux prolongée, de la fièvre, des sueurs nocturnes et une perte de poids. Le traitement associe plusieurs antibiotiques pendant plusieurs mois La prévention repose sur la vaccination par le BCG, la détection précoce et le traitement complet des malades.
Pour plus d’informations, consulter le site de l'Institut Pasteur et le site de l'Organisation mondiale de la Santé .
Pour plus d’informations, consulter le site du ministère en charge de la Santé et le site de l'Assurance Maladie .
Pour plus d’informations, consulter le site du ministère en charge de la Santé .
Health — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 12.10.2026 · read 13.10.2026
Before you travel check that:
This is particularly important if you have a health condition or are pregnant.
Call 111 and ask for an ambulance.
Contact your insurance company quickly if you’re referred to a medical facility for treatment.
At least 8 weeks before your trip:
See what health risks you’ll face in the Solomon Islands, including:
Viral infections are common. Take precautions to reduce the risks, such as washing hands and drinking bottled water.
The legal status and regulation of some medicines prescribed or bought in the UK can be different in other countries.
Read best practice when travelling with medicines on TravelHealthPro .
Healthcare facilities in the Solomon Islands are very basic. There are limited hospital facilities and medical supplies are not always available. The National Referral Hospital in Honiara frequently runs out of blood supplies and often has limited stock of oral re-hydration salts, paracetamol and basic antibiotics. Wards and units can shut at short notice. Gizo hospital is newly built and has good facilities but can also run short of supplies.
Take a basic medical kit with you when visiting rural and remote areas. Make sure you have accessible funds to cover the cost of any medical treatment and repatriation. If you need to get medical treatment in Australia, you’ll need a medical visa to enter the country.
FCDO has a list of medical providers in the Solomon Islands .
Read FCDO guidance on travel and mental health . There is also mental health guidance on TravelHealthPro .
Places read from OpenStreetMap, within a circle of about 12 km: phone, email, address, website and hours when the source publishes them. No customer reviews, that source has none. Straight-line distances.
Notices vary by bank and vintage — yours prevails. On the right: the Maximum contract (public documents).
No region is advised against by the official readings checked (Global Affairs Canada, Foreign Office and France Diplomatie): the national advice applies everywhere.
The levels each government publishes, unsummarised: their texts, linked below, prevail.
no region is advised against by these readings; the trip follows the national advice. A new regional advisory would call for a new, written decision.
Global Affairs Canada — Open Government Licence – Canada (24.09.2026) · Foreign Office — Open Government Licence v3.0 · France Diplomatie (09.03.2026) · Natural Earth
No located event in this reading.
Last change: New information about Solomon Islands’ new electronic visa system (see ‘Visa requirements' on the ‘Entry requirements’ page).
Updated 28.04.2025
Reissued after periodic review with updated risk information.
Exercise increased caution traveling to Solomon Islands due to risks to health, unexploded ordinance, crime and civil unrest.
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.
Unexploded ordinance (UXO) from World War II remains a significant hazard and may be present on land, in forests, and underwater locations. Many areas have been swept or cleared, however previously undetected UXO continue to be discovered on a regular basis. While some areas are much more dangerous than others, caution is advised, even in areas reported to be cleared. High-risk areas include:
While petty crime is common in some parts of Solomon Islands, Honiara has a higher risk of petty crime, break-ins, robbery, and sexual assault, including incidents targeting foreigners. Travelers should remain vigilant, avoid displaying valuables in public, and be cautious in less populated or poorly lit areas. Other violent crimes are uncommon but can occur.
Civil unrest can arise with little notice. Political developments, including Parliament sittings, elections, and times of political uncertainty, may lead to protests or demonstrations, which have the potential to turn violent. Avoid large gatherings and political events.
If you decide to travel to Solomon Islands:
10-13 1.9 · 10-14 1.8 · 10-15 1.7 · 10-16 1.6 · 10-17 1.5 · 10-18 1.4 · 10-19 1.3 m³/s
Simulated discharge: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Emergency Management Service information 2026. For information only: this is not a flood warning; only national or regional authorities issue those.
The level is national. Risk areas are in the state advisories below.
No major event in progress is located in this country at this morning's check.
Reading: On the road, 7 times more deaths than in Switzerland: road crashes are the leading cause of death of healthy travellers (CDC) — seat belt, no night driving, a driver or a taxi from a rank.
World Bank (UNODC for homicides, WHO for roads) — latest published valuedata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026
What we locate on the map are events in progress that have real coordinates: USGS earthquakes, GDACS disasters, NOAA storms and open NASA EONET events. Hover a dot for details, click to open it in this briefing.
French passport — France Diplomatie
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
The security page lists no red or orange area.France Diplomatie ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 13.10.2026
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L’ambassade de France au Vanuatu (Port-Vila) est compétente pour les Iles Salomon. En l’absence de représentation française sur place, les Français qui se rendent dans le pays sont d’autant plus responsables de leur propre sécurité. Ils sont invités à s’assurer qu’ils disposent des moyens de secours nécessaires en cas de problème (vérifier les termes des contrats d’ assurance , veiller à disposer des moyens financiers pour couvrir d’éventuels frais d’hospitalisation ou d’évacuation).
L’ambassade de France à Port-Vila peut être jointe au +678 28 700, ou au +678 7777 033 en cas d’urgence.
En cas d’incident grave se produisant dans le pays durant votre séjour, pensez à rassurer vos proches.
Dernière actualisation le 09/03/2026, information toujours valable à la date du jour
L’ensemble du territoire des Îles Salomon est placé en vigilance renforcée.
En dehors de la capitale, les zones rurales sont isolées et les services essentiels ne sont pas toujours assurés (hôpitaux, électricité etc.). Il est recommandé de se renseigner auprès des autorités locales avant tout voyage en dehors d’Honiara et de prendre toutes les précautions nécessaires.
Il convient d’être particulièrement vigilant durant la saison des cyclones qui s’étend de novembre à mai. Les tempêtes tropicales sur les Iles Salomon causent chaque année des inondations et des glissements de terrain. Les conditions météorologiques durant cette saison perturbent régulièrement le bon fonctionnement des services essentiels et peuvent occasionner la fermeture des aéroports internationaux pendant plusieurs jours. Il convient de prévenir ce type de difficulté en souscrivant à une assurance de voyage adaptée ou en préférant une autre période de l’année pour se rendre aux Salomon.
Durant la saison cyclonique, il est recommandé de suivre l’évolution des conditions météorologiques au niveau local ( Solomon Islands Meteorological Service ) et au niveau international ( World Meteorological Organisation ). Il est également possible de consulter les sites du Joint Typhoon Warning Center (JTWC) et du Central Pacific Hurricane Center .
En cas de cyclone, il est conseillé de respecter les consignes des autorités locales et de s’informer sur les structures d’accueil à disposition de la population en cas de crise. Le gouvernement diffuse des consignes de sécurité sur les radios (Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation, AM1035) et les chaînes de télévision locales. Il convient de garder sur soi documents de voyage et d’identité dans une pochette étanche.
Pour plus d’informations, consultez la fiche Risques climatiques (cyclones/ouragans) .
Les Iles Salomon se trouvent dans une zone d’activité volcanique et sismique et peuvent être sujettes à des tsunamis après des séismes importants. En décembre 2016, elles ont été frappées par un tremblement de terre de magnitude 7,8, suivi d’un petit tsunami et de répliques qui…
Il existe peu de routes aux Iles Salomon et celles-ci sont généralement en mauvais état. Les nids de poule sont fréquents, y compris sur la route principale d’Honiara. Les véhicules sont peu entretenus et les habitudes de conduite peuvent être imprévisibles. La présence de piétons et d’animaux errants sur la route constitue un danger supplémentaire. Des pierres sont parfois jetées sur les véhicules des étrangers dans les environs d’Honiara. Il est recommandé de conduire prudemment et de circuler les portes verrouillées et les vitres fermées. Les routes n’étant pas éclairées, il convient d’éviter de conduire la nuit.
Voyager par voie maritime peut s’avérer dangereux dans les Îles Salomon. Les exemples de naufrage de ferries par le passé incitent à observer une grande vigilance quant à leur utilisation. Ils sont souvent surchargés, mal entretenus et non conformes aux normes de sécurité. Il est recommandé de privilégier le transport aérien ou de se renseigner auprès de l’opérateur sur le matériel de sécurité disponible à bord (gilets de sauvetage en nombre suffisant).
Les risques liés aux transports sont renforcés par l’absence de système de secours fiable.
La situation sécuritaire aux Iles Salomon est instable et sujette à de brusques éruptions de violence. Les manifestations sont récurrentes et peuvent donner lieu à des débordements. Les incidents sont notamment fréquents à Honiara. Il convient d’être vigilant, de se tenir informé sur la situation politique et sécuritaire du pays, d’éviter les lieux de rassemblement et de respecter les consignes des autorités locales.
Des engins explosifs datant de la Seconde Guerre mondiale sont encore présents dans certaines régions des Iles Salomon, particulièrement à Hell’s Point, dans les montagnes d’Honiara, sur l’archipel de New Georgia, à Tulagi et aux îles Russell. La stabilité de ces engins et leur localisation exacte ne sont pas connues. Il est recommandé d’observer une grande vigilance lors de déplacements dans ces régions et de se renseigner auprès des autorités locales. En cas de découverte d’un engin explosif, il convient de maintenir une distance de sécurité et d’en noter la localisation afin de la communiquer aux autorités locales.
La situation sécuritaire est globalement bonne dans les îles Salomon. Cependant, Honiara connait une hausse de la criminalité. La police dispose de moyens limités pour y répondre efficacement. Des cambriolages et vols de voitures avec violence à l’encontre d’étrangers ont été rapportés. Des agressions peuvent avoir lieu la nuit, notamment dans les bars et les boîtes de nuit. Il convient d’observer la prudence d’usage, particulièrement aux alentours du marché central d’Honiara où les vols à l’arraché et à la tire sont fréquents.
De manière générale, il est recommandé de :
Il convient toutefois d’observer la plus grande prudence lors de la pratique d’activités sous-marines. Un caisson de décompression est disponible à Tulagi Dive (à Honiara). Veillez à disposer d’une assurance couvrant ce type d’activités.
Il est recommandé d’observer une grande vigilance lors de sorties organisées, particulièrement en mer, les normes de sécurité n’étant pas toujours respectées. Il convient de veiller à la présence du matériel de sécurité, et notamment de gilets de sauvetage en nombre suffisant.
La faune locale peut présenter un danger pour la sécurité des voyageurs. Des requins approchent régulièrement des côtes d’Honiara (y compris Mbonege Beach) et des crocodiles peuplent les eaux salées comme les eaux douces. Il est conseillé de se renseigner auprès des autorités locales et de rester attentif à la signalisation lors des baignades.
Full text of the Security pagediplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 13.10.2026
Swiss passport — FDFA (Switzerland), in French
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
FDFA update note — Ces conseils pour les voyages ont été contrôlés et publiés avec des changements rédactionnels. L’appréciation de la situation reste valable de manière inchangée. (published 13.02.2026)
La situation politique est tendue, avec des répercussions possibles sur la vie publique et la stabilité du pays. Des manifestations sont possibles à tout moment et des débordements violents et des incendies volontaires peuvent se produire. En cas de troubles, les autorités peuvent décréter des couvre-feux à court terme dans les régions concernées. Avant et pendant le voyage, informez-vous au travers des médias et par le biais de votre tour-opérateur sur la situation sécuritaire actuelle. Tenez-vous à l'écart des manifestations et de tout rassemblement de foule et respectez les consignes des autorités locales (éventuels couvre-feux, etc.). Dans ce pays comme ailleurs, le risque d’attentats terroristes ne peut être exclu. La rubrique terrorisme et enlèvements attire l'attention sur les risques liés au terrorisme. Terrorisme et enlèvements
La description des zones à risques repose sur des données approximatives ; les risques ne peuvent se restreindre à des zones délimitées. Des engins non explosés datant de la Seconde Guerre mondiale subsistent et représentent toujours un danger dans certaines régions du pays. Empruntez exclusivement les routes et chemins les plus fréquentés et informez-vous auprès des autorités locales ou de la population ; n’approchez aucun objet suspect et respectez strictement les consignes de sécurité.
Les vols, les cambriolages et les agressions à main armée sont signalés, particulièrement sur les Îles de Guadalcanal (particulièrement à Honiara) et de Malaita. Des délits sexuels ont également été rapportés. Les femmes voyageant seules sont les plus exposées. Il est notamment recommandé d'observer les précautions suivantes :
La police dispose de ressources limitées et peut intervenir avec retard lors de situations d’urgence.
Outre les dévastations sur la terre ferme, les éruptions volcaniques et les tremblements de terre peuvent causer des tsunamis. Les tsunamis provoqués par des éruptions volcaniques ou des tremblements de terre dans la région du Pacifique ou du sud-est asiatique peuvent également atteindre les îles Salomon. Global Volcanism Program De fortes pluies et des cyclones tropicaux peuvent provoquer des inondations ainsi que des glissements de terrain et endommager les infrastructures. La circulation peut s’en trouver temporairement perturbée. Consultez les prévisions météorologiques et suivez les avertissements et les instructions des autorités locales. Solomon Islands Meteorological Services
Si une catastrophe naturelle se produisait durant votre séjour, prenez contact avec vos proches dans les meilleurs délais afin de les rassurer sur votre sort et suivez les instructions des autorités.
FDFA travel advice, in French, valid on 13.10.2026eda.admin.ch ↗updated 13.02.2026 · read 13.10.2026
British passport — Foreign Office (UK)
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Warnings — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 12.10.2026 · read 13.10.2026
Escalation in the Middle East has caused widespread travel disruption, including airspace closures, delayed and cancelled flights.
Your travel plans may be affected, even if your destination is not in the Middle East. Before you travel:
Safety — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 12.10.2026 · read 13.10.2026
There is a high threat of terrorist attack globally affecting UK interests and British nationals, including from groups and individuals who view the UK and British nationals as targets. Stay aware of your surroundings at all times.
UK Counter Terrorism Policing has information and advice on staying safe and what to do in the event of a terrorist attack. Find out how to reduce your risk from terrorism while abroad .
Although there’s no recent history of terrorism in the Solomon Islands, attacks cannot be ruled out.
Demonstrations can happen in Honiara during sittings of Parliament, elections and times of political uncertainty. They can turn violent quickly and lead to civil unrest. Avoid protests and political gatherings and be cautious. Be aware that services and supply chains may be disrupted.
Security lockdowns can be announced at very short notice. Monitor local media and follow the instructions of local authorities.
The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force has limited resources and police often respond slowly to calls for help.
Robberies involving violence, handbag snatching, pickpocketing, distraction thefts and harassment happen, particularly around the central market and local beaches. Take sensible security precautions.
Stay alert when walking around Honiara at night. Take particular care in the squatter settlements around Honiara, White River, Lungga Bridge, Sun Valley, Mataniko Bridge, Burns Creek and Henderson (airport) area. Foreign nationals are often the targets of violent attacks. Security incidents in these areas have included:
Take care in nightclubs, as they rarely have adequate fire precautions in place.
Swearing is illegal. If you swear at someone, you could face a large compensation claim, or even a prison sentence.
Dress conservatively, with shoulders and knees covered, especially if you’re a woman. Wearing beach clothes away from the beach may cause offence.
In certain areas there are ‘tabu’ sites with restricted use and access, for example where only men are allowed. Check with your tour guide or hotel staff.
Land ownership in the Solomon Islands is an important and sensitive issue. On some hiking trails or on many of the beaches around Honiara, you may need to pay a fee (‘kastom’) to the landowner. Ask local advice before setting off.
The possession, selling and use of drugs is illegal in the Solomon Islands and can lead to prison sentences.
Same-sex sexual activity is illegal, and penalties can include a prison sentence. Showing affection in public is likely to cause offence. Read more advice for LGBT+ travellers .
Access to banking facilities is difficult in rural areas. ATMs are only available in Honiara, Gizo, Munda and Auki. Only major hotels and restaurants in Honiara accept international credit cards. Make sure that you have several ways to access money.
There are dangerous rip tides along reefs and river estuaries. Always follow the warning signs, especially red flags. Where there are no signs, get advice from local residents or guides.
Coral reefs can cause cuts and scrapes.
See water safety on holiday from the Royal Life Saving…
American passport — U.S. Department of State
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Solomon Islands - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution 2025-04-28travel.state.gov ↗updated 28.04.2025 · read 13.10.2026
Reissued after periodic review with updated risk information.
Exercise increased caution traveling to Solomon Islands due to risks to health, unexploded ordinance, crime and civil unrest.
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.
Unexploded ordinance (UXO) from World War II remains a significant hazard and may be present on land, in forests, and underwater locations. Many areas have been swept or cleared, however previously undetected UXO continue to be discovered on a regular basis. While some areas are much more dangerous than others, caution is advised, even in areas reported to be cleared. High-risk areas include:
While petty crime is common in some parts of Solomon Islands, Honiara has a higher risk of petty crime, break-ins, robbery, and sexual assault, including incidents targeting foreigners. Travelers should remain vigilant, avoid displaying valuables in public, and be cautious in less populated or poorly lit areas. Other violent crimes are uncommon but can occur.
Civil unrest can arise with little notice. Political developments, including Parliament sittings, elections, and times of political uncertainty, may lead to protests or demonstrations, which have the potential to turn violent. Avoid large gatherings and political events.
If you decide to travel to Solomon Islands:
Global Affairs Canada — additional reading
Exercise normal security precautions
Open Government Licence – Canada · September 24, 2026 08:53 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 24.09.2026 · read 13.10.2026
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Global Affairs Canada — written for Canadian travellers, valid for all
You must abide by local laws. Learn about what you should do and how we can help if you are arrested or detained abroad.
Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are severe. Convicted offenders can expect jail sentences and heavy fines. Drugs, alcohol and travel
To avoid offending local sensitivities:
The laws of the Solomon Islands criminalize sexual acts and relationships between persons of the same sex. 2SLGBTQI+ persons could also be discriminated against or detained based on their sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or sex characteristics. They could be charged with indecent practices. If you are convicted, you could face up to imprisonment. 2SLGBTQI+ persons should carefully consider the risks of travelling to the Solomon Islands. Travel and your sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics
There are strict regulations concerning the importation or exportation of items such as:
Confirm the complete list of restricted and prohibited items before travelling.
The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction is an international treaty. It can help parents with the return of children who have been removed to or retained in certain countries in violation of custody rights. It does not apply between Canada and the Solomon Islands. If your child was wrongfully taken to, or is being held in the Solomon Islands by an abducting parent:
If your child was removed from a country other than Canada, consult a lawyer to determine if The Hague Convention applies. Be aware that Canadian consular officials cannot interfere in private legal matters or in another country's judicial affairs.
Traffic drives on the left. You must obtain a local driver’s licence to drive in the Solomon Islands. Applying for a local licence - Inland Revenue Division of the Solomon Islands
The currency of the Solomon Islands is the Solomon Islands dollar (SBD). Major credit cards are accepted at hotels and tourist resorts. ATMs are available in Honiara.
Open Government Licence – Canada · September 24, 2026 08:53 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 24.09.2026 · read 13.10.2026
Foreign Office — laws and cultural differences
Swearing is illegal. If you swear at someone, you could face a large compensation claim, or even a prison sentence.
Dress conservatively, with shoulders and knees covered, especially if you’re a woman. Wearing beach clothes away from the beach may cause offence.
In certain areas there are ‘tabu’ sites with restricted use and access, for example where only men are allowed. Check with your tour guide or hotel staff.
Land ownership in the Solomon Islands is an important and sensitive issue. On some hiking trails or on many of the beaches around Honiara, you may need to pay a fee (‘kastom’) to the landowner. Ask local advice before setting off.
The possession, selling and use of drugs is illegal in the Solomon Islands and can lead to prison sentences.
Same-sex sexual activity is illegal, and penalties can include a prison sentence. Showing affection in public is likely to cause offence. Read more advice for LGBT+ travellers.
Access to banking facilities is difficult in rural areas. ATMs are only available in Honiara, Gizo, Munda and Auki. Only major hotels and restaurants in Honiara accept international credit cards. Make sure that you have several ways to access money.
Open Government Licence v3.0gov.uk ↗updated 12.10.2026 · read 13.10.2026
FDFA (Switzerland) — laws and customs, in French
Les actes à caractère homosexuel sont interdits. Les déclarations politiques critiques ne sont pas appréciées et peuvent être punissables dans certaines circonstances. Les infractions à la loi sur les stupéfiants sont sévèrement réprimées. Les conditions de détention sont précaires.
De nombreuses traditions sont encore vivaces aux îles Salomon. Adaptez le comportement et la tenue vestimentaire aux us et coutumes locaux de votre lieu de séjour. Les vulgarités ou les gestes affectifs entre adultes sont par exemple considérés comme des comportements provocants en public. Renseignez-vous dans les guides de voyages, auprès de votre agence ou directement sur place, sur les codes de conduite et les conventions à respecter.
FDFA travel advice, in Frencheda.admin.ch ↗updated 13.02.2026 · read 13.10.2026
What it changes for you: Air acceptable at this hour: nothing special to plan. Very high UV: sunscreen, hat and shade between 11 am and 4 pm; sunstroke and dehydration are travellers' first reasons to see a doctor.
Reading 08:00 (Pacific/Guadalcanal)Open-Meteo ↗updated 14.10.2026 · read 13.10.2026
Air quality and UV: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service information 2026. Neither the European Commission nor ECMWF is responsible for any use that may be made of the Copernicus information or data it contains.
No value published by the World Bank in the last eight years for the Solomon Islands: hospital beds per 1,000 people.
Reading: With 0.2 physicians per 1,000 people (96% fewer than Switzerland), the nearest hospital does not always have the capacity for a serious case: evacuation to an adequate centre is the rule, not the exception — that is what unlimited evacuation and repatriation cover. Health spending of 111 USD per person (Switzerland: 11,784) goes with private hospitals that bill foreigners in hard currency and ask for a guarantee before admission: the direct payment guarantee is what avoids the deposit.
World Bank — latest published value, year per indicatordata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026
French passport — France Diplomatie
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
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Les ressortissants français, sur présentation d’un passeport valable six mois après la date de retour prévue et d’un billet retour, se voient délivrer gratuitement un visa de 90 jours (« visitors permit ») à leur arrivée aux Salomon. Un justificatif de ressources couvrant la durée du séjour peut être demandé.
Ce visa peut être renouvelé sans frais jusqu’à 3 mois auprès des services de l’immigration. Passé ce délai, le renouvellement du visa pour une nouvelle période de 3 mois est conditionné au paiement d’une taxe de 30 SBD par mois (environ 4 USD). Ce renouvellement doit faire l’objet d’une demande spécifique dont les délais sont variables.
Entry and stay pagediplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 13.10.2026
Swiss passport — FDFA (Switzerland)
The FDFA does not publish entry requirements: they are set out by the destination's embassy or consulate in Switzerland — check them before booking, passport in hand. As a guide, the French and British requirements below describe the same rules as seen by two other governments.eda.admin.ch ↗updated 13.02.2026 · read 13.10.2026
British passport — Foreign Office (UK)
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Entry requirements — rules for a British passportForeign Office ↗updated 12.10.2026 · read 13.10.2026
This information is for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK. It is based on the UK government’s understanding of the Solomon Islands’ current rules for the most common types of travel.
The authorities in the Solomon Islands set and enforce entry rules. If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the Solomon Islands Embassy in Belgium .
To enter the Solomon Islands, your passport must have an ‘expiry date’ at least 6 months after the date you arrive and at least 2 blank pages for entry stamps.
Check with your travel provider that your passport and other travel documents meet requirements. Renew your passport if you need to.
You will be denied entry if you do not have a valid travel document or try to use a passport that has been reported lost or stolen.
When returning to the UK, British citizens must carry a valid British passport or certificate of entitlement . See Dual citizenship .
If you are visiting Solomon Islands as a tourist, you must apply for a ‘tourist visa’ through the new Solomon Islands Immigration Division visa portal .
The visa costs 100 US dollars. You will need to provide:
Tourist visas are valid for 3 months. There is a separate visa if you are travelling for business.
There have been some delays with the new electronic portal. Apply well in advance of your planned travel date. While the new system rolls out it may still be possible to obtain a tourist visa on arrival, but this is not guaranteed.
Keep printed copies or screenshots of your visa documents with you when you travel, including the Visa Application Reference Number (VARN). You may be asked to show these documents to immigration or airline staff.
To enter the Solomon Islands, you must have a certificate to prove that you’ve had a yellow fever vaccination, if you’re coming from a country listed as a transmission risk .
There are strict rules about goods you can take into or out of the Solomon Islands . You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty.
American passport — U.S. Department of State
The State Department publishes the requirements ("Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements") on its country page, which our servers cannot read. Read it before you go; as a guide, the French and British requirements below describe the same rules as seen by two other governments.travel.state.gov ↗updated 28.04.2025 · read 13.10.2026
For each risk, the official texts themselves: what is happening, then, where they say so, what to do.
What the texts say · Foreign nationals are often the targets of violent attacks. There have been violent crime incidents against foreigners, particularly in Honiara.
What the texts say · Road conditions and road safety are poor throughout the islands. Taxis are generally safe in Honiara. Some drivers may overcharge their clients.
Sentences copied word for word from the official texts cited, chosen for the destination; the level is our reading. The full texts, at each source:Foreign Office ↗updated 12.10.2026 · read 13.10.2026 (updated 12.10.2026 · read 28.09.2026)Global Affairs Canada ↗updated 24.09.2026 · read 13.10.2026 (updated 24.09.2026 · read 28.09.2026)
Reading: On the road, 7 times more deaths than in Switzerland: road crashes are the leading cause of death of healthy travellers (CDC) — seat belt, no night driving, a driver or a taxi from a rank.
World Bank (UNODC for homicides, WHO for roads) — latest published valuedata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026
Time zone: IANA and timezone-boundary-builder (ODbL) · RESTCountries · EmergencyNumberAPI · Wikidata · European Central Bank
Places: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), Photon search by komoot.
FDFA (Switzerland) — transport and specific advice, in French
La conduite s’effectue à gauche . En dehors de Honiara, les routes sont souvent en mauvais état et la conduite dangereuse de nombreux usagers constitue un risque d’accident supplémentaire. Les transports maritimes ne remplissent pas : surcharge de passagers et équipement insuffisant peuvent représenter un danger. La qualité des mesures de sécurité et des matériaux de sport nautique est très variable. Informez-vous auprès des entreprises fournisseuses locales sur les mesures de sécurité et sur leur couverture d’assurance, et vérifiez le matériel avant toute activité. Les points de passage des frontières peuvent être fermés à court terme, par exemple afin d’endiguer la propagation de maladies. Informez-vous auprès des autorités locales.
FDFA travel advice, in Frencheda.admin.ch ↗updated 13.02.2026 · read 13.10.2026
Maximum policyholder: before paying anything, call the 24/7 number. If you are admitted for more than 24 h, Maximum sends its direct payment guarantee to the hospital (art. 2.12).
+41 22 ••• •• •• — Full number in your client areaNone of these facilities is a Maximum Insurance “partner”, and none is presented as waiving upfront payment: this list is a reading of public map data, nothing more. A direct payment guarantee is arranged CASE BY CASE by our assistance desk, facility by facility and when the need arises — one number, +41 22 ••• •• ••.
List read from OpenStreetMap on 13.10.2026.
CDC Travelers' Health recommendations, most important first. They depend on your age, vaccines and itinerary: confirm them with a doctor or a travel clinic 4 to 6 weeks before departure. Details, disease by disease ↗cdc.gov ↗read 10.10.2026
The health system — With 0.2 physicians per 1,000 people (96% fewer than Switzerland), the nearest hospital does not always have the capacity for a serious case: evacuation to an adequate centre is the rule, not the exception — that is what unlimited evacuation and repatriation cover. Health spending of 111 USD per person (Switzerland: 11,784) goes with private hospitals that bill foreigners in hard currency and ask for a guarantee before admission: the direct payment guarantee is what avoids the deposit.
Back home — a fever in the following weeks should be told to a doctor, naming the country.
Forecast: MET Norway (Norwegian Meteorological Institute, CC BY 4.0), grouped by day and formatted by Maximum.
French passport — French embassy and consulates
Tassiriki, Route de la Teouma, Port-Vila, Vanuatu
+678 28 700 · France Diplomatie
https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/informat ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 13.10.2026
Useful contacts listed by France Diplomatie (in French)diplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 13.10.2026
Updated: 15 September 2026
OpenStreetMap
Swiss passport — Swiss embassy and consulates
Dispositions douanières des Iles Salomon : Solomon Islands Government: Customs & Excise Représentations suisses à l’étranger: En cas de situation d’urgence à l’étranger, vous pouvez vous adresser à la représentation suisse la plus proche ou à la Helpline DFAE. Consulat général de Suisse à Sydney, Australie Helpline DFAE Représentations étrangères en Suisse: Il n'y a pas de représentation des Iles Salomon en Suisse. Des informations sur les prescriptions d’entrée (documents d’identité admis, visa etc.) peuvent être obtenues auprès de l'Ambassade des Iles Salomon en Belgique. Celle-ci peut également vous renseigner sur les dispositions douanières pour l’importation et l’exportation d’animaux et de marchandises: appareils électroniques, souvenirs, médicaments, etc.: Services consulaires des Îles Salomon
OpenStreetMap · DFAE
British passport — British embassy and consulates
Tandai Highway, Honiara
phone not published
https://www.gov.uk/world/organisations/bri ↗updated 12.10.2026 · read 13.10.2026
OpenStreetMap
American passport — U.S. embassy and consulates
OpenStreetMap
OpenStreetMap
Getting help — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 12.10.2026 · read 13.10.2026
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office ( FCDO ) cannot provide tailored advice for individual trips. Read this travel advice and carry out your own research before deciding whether to travel.
Ambulance: 111
Fire: 988
Police: 999
Contact your travel provider and your insurer if you are involved in a serious incident or emergency abroad. They will tell you if they can help and what you need to do.
See how to get help from the UK government abroad including in an emergency.
You can call FCDO in London if you need urgent help because something has happened to a friend or relative abroad.
Telephone: 020 7008 5000 (24 hours)
Find out about call charges
English is an official language in the Solomon Islands: no translated phrases here.
Actions to take before each professional trip abroad.
Live alerts and level changes, each with its official source. Continuously updated.
The Health section was updated - travel health information (Public Health Agency of Canada)
September 24, 2026 08:53 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 24.09.2026 · read 13.10.2026No level change recorded for this country since the log opened. The live alerts above are updated continuously.
Level 2/4 — Exercise Increased Caution, U.S. Department of State, retrieved on 13 October 2026.
Sourcestravel.state.gov · updated 28.04 · read 13.10France Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 13.10DFAE · updated 13.02 · read 13.10207-country comparison
An area advised against does not rule out the country.
SourcesFrance Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 13.10Foreign Office · updated 12.10 · read 13.10State Department · updated 28.04 · read 13.10
The rules depend on the passport, not on the destination alone.
SourcesFrance Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 13.10Foreign Office · updated 12.10 · read 13.10State Department · updated 28.04 · read 13.10
For a Schengen visa, yes: at least €30,000 of travel medical insurance (Regulation (EC) No 810/2009, art. 15).
SourcesRegulation (EC) 810/2009, art. 15General conditions, policy 20 00 479
VIP Pack — $990 for twelve months, unlimited trips.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479OpenStreetMap · read 10.10
Six steps, in this order.
SourcesSpecial conditions 01.26General conditions, policy 20 00 479
Local emergency services: police 999 · ambulance 911 · fire 988
SourcesEmergencyNumberAPI · Wikidata · read 08.10OpenStreetMap · read 10.10
At today's level 2/4, card by card:
SourcesAmex Platinum France T&Cs, 01.2025 — general exclusion n° 11BNP Paribas Visa Infinite notice (policy PT7), 04.2025 — comFortuneo World Elite Mastercard notice, 01.2026 — art. 5.5 '
A health plan reimburses at home; here, the hospital asks for a payment guarantee before admission.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479
Around Honiara: 2 hospitals and clinics, 2 with a 24/7 emergency room, 2 doctors' practices (OpenStreetMap, hospital list read on 13.10.2026).
The sourced detail is under Medical network › Health: vaccines, diseases present, altitude, outbreaks.
SourcesCDC Travelers' Health · read 10.10France Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 13.10OMS · read 13.10Foreign Office · updated 12.10 · read 13.10
0.2 physicians per 1,000 people (2023) versus 4.5 in Switzerland.
SourcesWorld Bank · read 10.10General conditions, policy 20 00 479
Comparable figures (homicides, roads, incidents) are under Safety & risks › Incidents.
The nearest representations, by passport (OpenStreetMap):
SourcesOpenStreetMap · read 10.10DFAE · updated 13.02 · read 13.10
No region is advised against by the official readings checked (Global Affairs Canada, Foreign Office and France Diplomatie): the national advice applies everywhere.
SourcesGlobal Affairs Canada · updated 24.09 · read 13.10Foreign Office · updated 12.10 · read 13.10France Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 13.10
Local laws apply to every traveller; here is what the official texts say.
SourcesGlobal Affairs Canada · updated 24.09 · read 13.10Foreign Office · updated 12.10 · read 13.10
Every foreign ministry runs a 24/7 emergency line for its nationals.
Sourcesdiplomatie.gouv.fr · updated 15.09 · read 13.10eda.admin.ch · updated 13.02 · read 13.10
Keep the entry stamp, the invoices, the prescriptions and the medical report.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479
Cancellation or change up to CHF 20,000, special risk CHF 5,000 per person, crisis management and security, optional Kidnap & Ransom.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479
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