Vietnam Visa for Solomon Islands Citizens: E-Visa Cost in Solomon Islands Dollars and Steps
Vietnam visa for solomon islands citizens: you need a visa, the 90-day e-visa from $47 (approx. SBD 374). Solomon Islands dollar prices, Honiara cut-offs.
Solomon Islands citizens with an ordinary passport need a visa for Vietnam, so the Vietnam visa for Solomon Islands citizens is the e-visa, valid for up to 90 days and from $47 (approx. SBD 374) all-in through us for single entry. The Solomon Islands is on none of Vietnam's exemption lists, so a Solomon Islands passport gets no visa-free stay. This page covers the e-visa, prices in Solomon Islands dollars, urgent cut-offs in Honiara time, the steps, documents, visa on arrival and the embassy. You can apply for your e-visa with us in about ten minutes.
Honiara is four hours ahead of Vietnam all year, so the Vietnamese working day starts at 12:00 on your clock and Same day closes at 18:15. The cut-off table below shows which speed is still open when you order.
Vietnam visa for Solomon Islands citizens at a glance:
| Visa-free? | No |
| Usual visa | E-visa, up to 90 days, single or multiple entry |
| Price through us | From $47 (approx. SBD 374) single, $82 (approx. SBD 652) multiple |
| Same-day option | Order before 18:15 in Honiara, delivered by 22:00 |
| Passport | Valid for at least 6 months from your entry date, with two blank pages |
Do Solomon Islands citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
Yes. Solomon Islands citizens with an ordinary passport need a visa for any stay in Vietnam, and the e-visa is the usual route.
The Solomon Islands is not on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs exemption list (published June 30, 2025, checked October 2026), and it is not among the 12 countries added to the 45-day list by Resolution 229/NQ-CP, in force from August 15, 2025.
The Solomon Islands appeared on the 2020 pilot list for the e-visa, which is why guides mention it, but the pilot was replaced by the 2023 rules that now apply to all countries. For the general rules, see Do I need a visa for Vietnam?
Visa for Vietnam from the Solomon Islands: the e-visa
A visa for Vietnam from the Solomon Islands is nearly always the e-visa. It lets Solomon Islands citizens stay up to 90 days, with single or multiple entry, under Law 23/2023/QH15. It covers holidays, family visits and short business trips.
The Vietnam e-visa for Solomon Islands passport holders works at any of 79 border gates: 15 international airports, 26 land border gates and 38 seaports (as of October 2026). You apply online, so there is no trip to a consulate, and you carry the approved PDF with your passport.
Vietnam visa Solomon Islands: e-visa cost in Solomon Islands dollars
A Vietnam e-visa costs $47 (approx. SBD 374) through us for single entry at Standard speed, government fee included. The table gives every speed per person, slowest first, with an approximate figure in Solomon Islands dollars.
Prices last updated: 2026-10-07. Solomon Islands dollars at 1 USD = 7.9566 SBD (xe.com, October 10, 2026). Your card is charged in USD and your bank converts it.
| Speed | Single entry | Multiple entry |
|---|---|---|
| Standard, 5 to 7 working days | $47 (approx. SBD 374) | $82 (approx. SBD 652) |
| 3 working days | $69 (approx. SBD 549) | $98 (approx. SBD 780) |
| 2 working days | $92 (approx. SBD 732) | $116 (approx. SBD 923) |
| 1 working day | $99 (approx. SBD 788) | $123 (approx. SBD 979) |
| Same day | $118 (approx. SBD 939) | $150 (approx. SBD 1,193) |
| Super Urgent | $169 (approx. SBD 1,345) | $212 (approx. SBD 1,687) |
| Emergency | $260 (approx. SBD 2,069) | $285 (approx. SBD 2,268) |
| Weekend and public holidays | $250 (approx. SBD 1,989) | $280 (approx. SBD 2,228) |
A 90-day e-visa costs no more than a 30-day one. We refund 100% if the e-visa is refused, unless the application had false information, or if it arrives after the delivery time shown at checkout. On evisa.gov.vn the government fee alone is US$25 (approx. SBD 199), not refunded on refusal. Our full price table breaks down each price.
Vietnam visa for Solomon Islands citizens: urgent cut-offs in Honiara time
Standard takes 5 to 7 working days. The urgent speeds use Vietnamese working days, which start at 8:00 in Vietnam, or 12:00 in Honiara.
| Order cut-off | Honiara time |
|---|---|
| Same day (Vietnam 14:15) | 18:15 |
| Super Urgent (Vietnam 15:30) | 19:30 |
| Emergency (Vietnam 17:30) | 21:30 |
| 1 working day (Vietnam 18:00) | 22:00 |
Example: you order on Tuesday at 13:00 in Honiara, which is 9:00 on Tuesday in Vietnam. Emergency arrives by 14:30, Super Urgent by 15:30 and Same day by 22:00, all in Honiara time. Ordered on Tuesday at 20:00 instead (16:00 in Vietnam), Emergency still arrives by 21:30, but Super Urgent and Same day have passed their cut-offs: Super Urgent arrives on Wednesday at 15:00 and Same day on Wednesday at 18:00.
The weekend window starts at Friday 22:00 in Honiara and ends on Sunday at 20:00. In that window, order the Weekend and public holidays speed before 19:20 and it arrives by 22:30 the same day. Our urgent e-visa page has every speed in Vietnam time.
How to apply from the Solomon Islands
You apply from the Solomon Islands online, in three steps with us:
- Enter your details: Passport, travel dates, the airport or border gate you will use and your speed.
- Pay and add files: Pay by card, then upload your passport data page and a recent photo, straight away or later.
- Receive the e-visa: We check everything, submit it and email you the approved PDF.
You can also apply yourself on evisa.gov.vn with the same details. Our guide on how to apply walks through both.
Vietnam visa requirements for Solomon Islands citizens
The Vietnam visa requirements for Solomon Islands citizens match those for every e-visa applicant:
- Solomon Islands passport: Valid for at least 6 months from your entry date, with two blank pages.
- Passport data page: Full page in the frame, no glare on the code lines at the bottom.
- Portrait: Recent, facing forward, white background, no glasses.
- Trip details: Arrival and departure dates, entry and exit gates, first accommodation address.
- Card: Debit or credit card that works for overseas online payments.
Photo examples and the full checklist are on our e-visa requirements page.
Visa on arrival for Solomon Islands citizens
Solomon Islands citizens can use visa on arrival only when flying into Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang or Cam Ranh. You need an approval letter before you board and pay a $25 or $50 stamping fee at the airport.
It does not work for cruise ports or land borders. For most trips the e-visa is simpler; you can compare both when you choose a service.
Vietnam embassy in the Solomon Islands
You do not need an embassy for an e-visa, which is issued online. For consular help, check the list of Vietnamese missions on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website (mofa.gov.vn) for the one that covers the Solomon Islands.
Tips for Solomon Islands travelers
Two points help Solomon Islands travelers: ordering early enough in your day, and ignoring an old consulate route.
Order earlier in the day
Because Honiara runs ahead of Vietnam, the urgent cut-offs fall in your afternoon and evening: Same day closes at 18:15 and Emergency at 21:30. An order placed in the evening can miss Same day and Super Urgent, so order earlier in the day.
You do not need to visit a consulate
Some guides say Solomon Islanders must collect a visa sticker from a Vietnamese mission in Sydney or Wellington. That describes the old paper process. The e-visa is issued online and you show the PDF with your passport.
eVisaVietnam.com is a private visa service operated by TK VIET NAM., JSC, not the Vietnamese government. You can apply yourself at evisa.gov.vn for US$25. If you want your files checked and a delivery time backed by a full refund, apply for your e-visa with us.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Solomon Islands citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
Yes, with an ordinary Solomon Islands passport. Most apply online for the e-visa, valid for up to 90 days with single or multiple entry, and show the PDF with their passport at the border.
How long is the e-visa valid for Solomon Islands citizens?
The e-visa allows a stay of up to 90 days, with single or multiple entry. You choose the entry type and travel dates on the form, and the e-visa does not cost more for 90 days than for 30.
How much is the Vietnam government fee in Solomon Islands dollars?
On evisa.gov.vn the government fee is US$25 (approx. SBD 199) for single entry and US$50 (approx. SBD 398) for multiple entry, charged in US dollars. It is not refunded if the e-visa is refused.
Can I get a Vietnam visa today in Honiara?
Yes, on a Vietnamese working day. Order Same day before 18:15 Honiara time for delivery by 22:00, or Emergency before 21:30 for delivery 1.5 working hours later. After those cut-offs, order 1 working day.
Can I use the e-visa for a business trip from the Solomon Islands?
Yes, for short business visits such as meetings or conferences, within the 90-day limit. Employment in Vietnam is outside what the e-visa covers.
