Mutual Exemption Visa

European Union - Mutual Visa Exemption

This visa is issued at the discretion of the Solomon Islands Government MOU with the European Union countries.

Visa Details

Online fee: Exempted
Visa fee: Exempted
Single Entry
Validity: 90 days stay
Work Rights: Work prohibited

Who Should Apply

European Union countries with – Official/Diplomatic/Ordinary Passports.

Visa Requirements

Complete application form online through the eVisa portal.
Submit valid diplomat, official, ordinary passport biopage.
Submit Existing Signed MoU or travel arrangements.
Submit EU valid foreign service, official or ordinary travel identification documents.

Important You must apply outside of Solomon Islands. You may not be allowed into Solomon Islands if your passport validity is less than 6 months. Makesure you attach all required documents with your application.

Processing time

The processing time may vary for different visa categories, there is no specific timeframe, however all applications will be processed when registered in our system.
After you apply online for your visa, log into your account to check your visa status.
We will notify you through your email once we make a decision.
To prevent delays in processing time, please attach all required documents with your application.

When you get your visa

Once your visa is approved, we will send your grant letter through your email that you provided.

Your visa is valid from:

the date you entered Solomon Islands.
the date your visa is granted.

Important You must present a copy of your grant letter when you enter Solomon Islands.

How to Apply

Click on the “Apply for a Visa” button to begin your application.
You will be required to register an account before proceeding.
Register using a valid email address and create a secure password.
After registration, log in to your account using your email and password.
Once logged in, complete the online visa application form and submit your application.

*Please ensure your email address is active, as all application updates and notifications will be sent to this email.

MOU agreement for the visa

A visa waiver agreement between the European Union and the Solomon Islands allows citizens from both sides to travel visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. The agreement, which took effect on October 8, 2016, applies to all types of passports (ordinary, diplomatic, service) for tourism and business purposes.

Key details of the agreement:

Scope: Covers all EU member states, except Ireland.
Purpose: Short-term stays for tourism, cultural visits, scientific activities, or business (not for paid employment).
Requirements: Valid passport required.
Duration: Maximum of 90 days stay in any 180-day period.

Character requirements for the visa

Under section 23 (1,2,3) of the Immigration Act 2012

There is a character concern about a person if –

the person has a record of serious criminal conduct, whether in Solomon Islands or in a foreign country.
the person has been convicted for more than one criminal offence, whether in Solomon Islands or in a foreign country.
the person is a threat to national security, connected to terrorist act, people trafficking, child sex, drug smuggling.
the person is acquitted of an offence on the grounds of unsoundness of mind or insanity, detained in a facility.

Cancellation of visa

Under section 21 (1,(c),(e)) of the Immigration Act 2012

The Director of Immigration may cancel a visa if –

there is a character concern about the person applying for the visa.
the visa was obtained through fraud or false information or document.