How to get a Solomon Islands visa from Ghana

• This is the type of visa issued to persons intending to visit the Solomon Islands for tourism purposes.
• You can also visit family and friends while on this visa.
• All visitors to the Solomon Islands must carry a valid passport.
• Your total stay is counted starting from the day you enter the country.
• Visa applicants intending to visit a friend or family need to submit an invitation letter from a family member or host living in Solomon Islands.
• This letter should clearly state the address and contact details of the host, as well as your relationship with them.
• During the visa application, you will need to provide proof of sufficient funds to last the duration of your stay.
• You are advised to exit the country before your visa expires and present documents that show you have the intention to do so.
• This visa does not serve study purposes. You cannot be enrolled in any of the institutions of learning in the country.

• This is the type of visa issued to Ghanaians traveling to the Solomon Islands for business purposes.
• The Solomon Islands business visa is a multiple entry visa valid for 30 to 90 days.
• You can sign contracts, partake in auctions and exhibitions and also speak at business-related events while on this visa.
• You will need to provide an invitation letter from the company you will be visiting.
• This letter will also contain their detailed address, accompanied with the date and actual purpose of your trip.
• If the intention is to attend a meeting or seminar, confirmation/invitation from the conference organizer/institution is required.
• If you are employed, you will have to present a certificate from your employer stating or allowing your business travel.
• Proof of sufficient funds to cover the costs of stay (e.g. bank statement for 2 recent months) is required.
• Self-employed people may need to submit proof of business registration.
• You cannot be gainfully employed while you are in the country with this visa.
• It must be made clear whether your trip will be sponsored by the employer or the local company.
• Proof of payment of visa application fee should be submitted.

The currency used in the Solomon Islands is the Solomon Islands dollar which has been in circulation since 1977.

Solomon Islands is a sovereign state consisting of six major islands and over 900 smaller islands in Oceania lying to the east of Papua New Guinea and northwest of Vanuatu and covering a land area of 28,400 square kilometres (11,000 sq mi).

The country is safe, but foreigners have been attacked at knife point, including at popular beaches near Honiara. Avoid being alone in areas without security officers, particularly if you're female.

The capital of the Solomon Islands is Honiara, located on the island of Guadalcanal.