Religious Worker (Non-Commercial / Working)
This visa applies to missionaries and religious staff working in a non-profit religious context.
Key Details
- Extension Available: Yes
- Extension Fee: $200 USD
- Work Rights: Permitted (religious duties only)
Visa Requirements
- Submit a valid a copy of Passport bio data page.
- Submit Approval Permission letter from the Solomon Islands Commissioner of Labour.
- Sponsor letter from a Religious Organization.
- Cover Letter (Address to Director of Immigration).
- Police clearance and Medical report from country of residence.
Who Should Apply
Foreign pastors, church staff, or missionaries affiliated with a registered religious institution.
How to Apply
- Click on the “Apply Online” 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.
Character requirements for the visa
- 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
- 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.