Filipino citizens moving to Solomon Islands
Filipino nationals typically move to Solomon Islands through its standard work, study, family, and skilled-migration routes rather than through a dedicated bilateral scheme. Eligibility and processing times are set by Solomon Islands Immigration Division, so check each route below for its primary source.
We cover 7 Solomon Islands routes — 3 can be started without a job offer, and 1 lead to permanent residence.
Tourist entry
Tourist-entry rules for Filipino nationals are set by Solomon Islands Immigration Division and change periodically — check the official entry-requirements page before travelling. Either way, tourist entry does not confer the right to work, study long-term, or establish residence.
Treaty & bilateral memberships
No nationality-specific treaty routes apply.
Consular processing: a Solomon Islands consulate or visa application centre in your country of residence
What this means for Filipino citizens
Of the 7 Solomon Islands routes we cover, 3 can be started without an employer sponsor and 1 have confirmed permanent residence mapping. Language-test requirements vary by route — check each route below for the requirement set out in its official source.
All Solomon Islands routes open to Filipino applicants
General routes available to all nationalities. Click any to read the full guide.
Visitor Visa
Short-term Solomon Islands visitor visa for tourism, visiting friends or relatives, and similar visitor purposes.
No sponsor needed · Non-settlement
Business Visa - Short-Term
Short-term Solomon Islands business visa for business-purpose visits.
No sponsor needed · Non-settlement
Work Permit
Solomon Islands work permit process for non-citizens working legally in the country.
Sponsor required · Non-settlement
Working Resident Visa
Solomon Islands working resident visa category for long-term or short-term employment after work authorization.
Sponsor required · Non-settlement
Student Visa
Solomon Islands student visa category for students and dependants of students.
Sponsor required · Non-settlement
Dependent / Family Relationship Visa
Solomon Islands dependant and family relationship visa categories for dependants of residents or citizens.
Sponsor required · Non-settlement
Permanent Resident Visa
Solomon Islands long-term resident category for applicants with prior continuous stay.
No sponsor needed · Leads to settlement
Frequently asked questions
Can Filipino citizens enter Solomon Islands without a visa?+
Tourist-entry rules for Filipino nationals are set by Solomon Islands Immigration Division and change periodically — check the official entry-requirements page before travelling. Either way, tourist entry does not confer the right to work, study long-term, or establish residence.
Which Solomon Islands visa routes are best suited to Filipino applicants?+
Filipino nationals typically move to Solomon Islands through its standard work, study, family, and skilled-migration routes rather than through a dedicated bilateral scheme. Eligibility and processing times are set by Solomon Islands Immigration Division, so check each route below for its primary source.
Where do Filipino applicants typically apply for a Solomon Islands visa?+
Applications are typically processed at a Solomon Islands consulate or visa application centre in your country of residence. Some digital and in-country applications can be filed directly with Solomon Islands's immigration authority without a consular visit.
Do Filipino citizens need a job offer to move to Solomon Islands?+
Not necessarily. 3 of the 7 Solomon Islands routes we cover can be started without an employer sponsor, while the rest need a sponsoring employer or job offer. If you do not have an offer yet, the no-sponsor routes are the place to start.
Can Filipino citizens get permanent residence in Solomon Islands?+
Yes. 1 of the 7 Solomon Islands routes we cover lead toward settlement or permanent residence; the others are temporary. Timelines vary by route, so check the settlement detail on each visa page.