High riskOceania · MelanesiaSolomon Islands Travel Health Guide
High risk
Solomon Islands carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. Malaria risk exists throughout Solomon Islands. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B. Yellow fever vaccine is not needed for disease protection but is required for entry if coming from countries with yellow fever risk (travelers 9 months and older).
Overall risk
High risk
Malaria
Present
Best time to visit
Year-round
Recommended vaccines
Routine Vaccines
Make sure you're up-to-date on all routine vaccines including chickenpox, tetanus, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles.
COVID-19
Stay up-to-date with COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for all travelers to Solomon Islands. Infants 6-11 months need vaccination too.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for all unvaccinated travelers to Solomon Islands.
Measles
Measles cases are rising worldwide. Get fully vaccinated with MMR vaccine at least 2 weeks before travel. Infants 6-11 months need an early dose.
Typhoid
Typhoid vaccine is recommended for most travelers, especially if staying with friends/relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.
Rabies
Rabid dogs are uncommon in Solomon Islands, but rabies vaccines may only be available in larger medical facilities. Consider pre-exposure vaccination if you'll have animal contact or limited access to medical care.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not needed for disease protection but is required for entry if coming from countries with yellow fever risk (travelers 9 months and older).
Disease risks
Malaria
Malaria risk exists throughout Solomon Islands. Take prescription antimalarial medication as recommended by your doctor. Start before travel and continue during and after your trip.
Traveler's Diarrhea
All areas; limited sanitation increases risk.
Malaria risk
Malaria is present in this destination. Prophylaxis medication is recommended.
Malaria risk exists throughout Solomon Islands. Take prescription antimalarial medication as recommended by your doctor. Start before travel and continue during and after your trip.
Emergency numbers
Police
911
Medical / Ambulance
911
Fire
911
U.S. Embassy
+677-21561
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Build my Trip KitSources: CDC Travelers' Health · WHO International Travel and Health. Last updated 2026-07-31. Health conditions and entry rules change — verify with the CDC, WHO and your destination’s authorities before travel. This page is informational and not a substitute for advice from a travel-medicine provider.