Travel Information

Russian citizens travelling to Solomon Islands

Citizens of Russia that are travelling to Solomon Islands need a stamped visa in their passport prior to arriving.

What to expect in Solomon Islands

🤝 friendly locals
💰 expensive cost of living
🐌 Below average wifi
⛅ warm weather
🏖️ beaches
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Flights and Prices

Flight prices to Solomon Islands from Russia usually are around 104213.00 RUB. Singapore Airlines is a common carrier airline.

International and domestic airlines

Common international airlines are

Qantas

. Popular domestic airlines are

Qantas

Common Tourist Questions

🥘 Do I need to tip?

No, you are not expected to tip at restaurants and other service businesses.

💰 Should I carry cash?

No, you don't have to carry cash with you. Credit cards are generally accepted. This may not be the case in smaller cities so you should double-check when you land.

☎️ Where do I get a SIM card from?

Some popular telecom companies are

Our Telekom

.

💦 Can I drink tap water?

No, you cannot drink tap water. Bottled water is recommended.

🚕What do I use to get around?

We currently don't have information on ride-sharing services. Local taxis may be the best option. Check with local authorities upon landing.

Exchange Rates

The primary currency is SBD.

1 RUB = 0.122058 SBD

To put that in perspective, the average dinner will cost you roughly $11.00 USD.

Visa Status

A Visa needs to be provided by the country prior to travelling.

Notes and Passport Validity

There are no special notes about passport validity at this time. In general, it is good to ensure that your passport is valid 3 months after your trip ends.

Pre-arranged visa can be picked up on arrival.:

Safety and Security

Do not travel.

We now advise all not to travel overseas at this time, due to the health risks from the COVID-19 pandemic and the significant disruptions to global travel. This includes to Solomon Islands. If you’re already overseas and wish to return to Australia, we recommend you do so as soon as possible by commercial means. Solomon Islands is restricting entry for travellers from a range of countries, not currently including Australia. It may change these restrictions. Contact the nearest High Commission or consulate of Solomon Islands for the latest information. We now advise you to: Do not travel to Solomon Islands.

Statistics

These values are calculated by computing the average scores that we have available to us across all cities in Solomon Islands. In some cases, they may not be completely accurate.

Internet Speed (1.07 / 5)
Safety (3.50 / 5)
Cost of Living (3.17 / 5)
Average Hotel Cost

$113.00 USD / night

Average Dinners

$11.00 USD

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Popular Cities in Solomon Islands

Honiara

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