Bringing a pet to Solomon Islands

Last reviewed July 3, 2026

Solomon Islands has strict pet import requirements that vary depending on the origin country's rabies risk category. There is no quarantine culture for compliant imports, but advance planning is essential due to lengthy permit processing and specific testing timelines. Expect to provide proof of rabies vaccination, microchipping, and a valid import permit before travel.

Requirements for your pet

Showing requirements for a dog travelling from United States to Solomon Islands.

Microchip
Required
ISO 11784/11785
Rabies vaccine
Required
From 12 weeks old, wait 21+ days before travel
Rabies titer test (FAVN)
Not required
Quarantine
None
Health certificate
Required
Official government or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • Health certificate
  • Microchip documentation

Rough budget

Microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccination ~$20-50 — confirm current prices with a local vet and the Solomon Islands Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock.

No additional requirements for rabies-free origins.

Microchip
Required
ISO 11784/11785
Rabies vaccine
Required
From 12 weeks old, wait 21+ days before travel
Rabies titer test (FAVN)
Not required
Quarantine
None
Health certificate
Required
Official government or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • Health certificate
  • Microchip documentation

Rough budget

Microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccination ~$20-50 — confirm current prices with a local vet and the Solomon Islands Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock.

No additional requirements for low-risk origins.

Microchip
Required
ISO 11784/11785
Rabies vaccine
Required
From 12 weeks old, wait 21+ days before travel
Rabies titer test (FAVN)
Not required
Quarantine
None
Health certificate
Required
Official government or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • Health certificate
  • Microchip documentation

Rough budget

Microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccination ~$20-50 — confirm current prices with a local vet and the Solomon Islands Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock.

No additional requirements for high-risk origins.

Frequently asked questions

No, Solomon Islands does not require a rabies titer (FAVN) test for dogs from any origin country. A rabies vaccination given at least 21 days before travel is sufficient.
No, there is no mandatory quarantine for dogs arriving in Solomon Islands from any origin. Your dog can enter directly after meeting the documentation requirements.
Solomon Islands does not specify a strict limit for non-commercial pet imports, but bringing more than 2-3 dogs may trigger commercial import rules. Check with the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock before travel if you plan to bring multiple dogs.
No, Solomon Islands does not exempt emotional support or service animals from standard pet import requirements. They must still meet all microchip, rabies vaccination, and health certificate rules.
The health certificate must be issued within 10 days of your dog's arrival in Solomon Islands. It should be endorsed by an official government veterinarian (e.g., USDA in the US, DEFRA in the UK).
No, the minimum age for rabies vaccination is 12 weeks, and the vaccine must be given at least 21 days before travel. This effectively means your dog must be at least 15 weeks old to enter.
No, Solomon Islands does not require an import permit for dogs from any origin. A health certificate and rabies vaccination certificate are the main documents needed.

Showing requirements for a cat travelling from United States to Solomon Islands.

Microchip
Required
ISO 11784/11785
Rabies vaccine
Required
From 12 weeks old, wait 21+ days before travel
Rabies titer test (FAVN)
Not required
Quarantine
None
Health certificate
Required
Official government or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • Microchip certificate
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of travel

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Solomon Islands Biosecurity Authority.

No import permit required for cats from rabies-free origins. No quarantine on arrival.

Microchip
Required
ISO 11784/11785
Rabies vaccine
Required
From 12 weeks old, wait 21+ days before travel
Rabies titer test (FAVN)
Not required
Quarantine
None
Health certificate
Required
Official government or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • Microchip certificate
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of travel

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Solomon Islands Biosecurity Authority.

No import permit required for cats from low-risk origins. No quarantine on arrival.

Microchip
Required
ISO 11784/11785
Rabies vaccine
Required
From 12 weeks old, wait 21+ days before travel
Rabies titer test (FAVN)
Required
Blood draw 30+ days before travel
Quarantine
30 days
Mandatory quarantine at a government-approved facility in Honiara. Owner pays all costs.
Health certificate
Required
Official government or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Required

Minimum age: 4 months

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • Microchip certificate
  • FAVN titer test result
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of travel
  • Import permit from Solomon Islands Biosecurity Authority

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50, FAVN test ~$100-250, import permit ~$50-100, quarantine fees ~$200-500. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Solomon Islands Biosecurity Authority.

Cats from high-risk rabies countries face stricter requirements including FAVN titer test, import permit, and 30-day quarantine.

Apply / official cat import page

Frequently asked questions

Solomon Islands does not set a specific numeric limit for non-commercial pet imports. If you bring more than 2 cats, authorities may treat it as a commercial shipment and require additional permits and fees. Confirm with the Biosecurity Authority before travel.
No. Solomon Islands does not recognise emotional support or service animals as exempt from standard import requirements. All cats must meet the same microchip, vaccination, health certificate, and quarantine rules regardless of their role.
Most airlines flying to Honiara (e.g., Solomon Airlines, Fiji Airways) accept cats as checked baggage in the cargo hold, provided the carrier meets IATA standards. Some flights may only accept pets as manifest cargo. Check with your airline at least 2 weeks before departure.
Your cat will be refused entry and may be quarantined at your expense or returned to the origin country. Solomon Islands strictly enforces microchip and rabies vaccination requirements. There is no waiver for non-compliance.
For cats from high-risk rabies origins, the minimum age is 4 months (due to rabies vaccine and titer test timing). For free and low-risk origins, there is no official minimum age, but the cat must be at least 12 weeks old to receive the rabies vaccine.
No. Cats from Australia and New Zealand (low-risk origins) do not require an import permit. You only need a health certificate, microchip, and rabies vaccination certificate. No quarantine on arrival.
The government-approved quarantine facility in Honiara is basic but secure. Cats are housed individually, fed, and monitored daily. Owners are not allowed visits during the 30-day quarantine period. Costs are borne by the owner and typically range from $200 to $500.

Showing requirements for a ferret travelling from United States to Solomon Islands.

Microchip
Required
ISO 11784/11785
Rabies vaccine
Required
From 12 weeks old, wait 21+ days before travel
Rabies titer test (FAVN)
Not required
Quarantine
None
Health certificate
Required
Official government veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Documents checklist

  • ISO microchip certificate
  • Rabies vaccination certificate (valid, administered after microchip)
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of travel
  • Vaccination records (distemper, rabies)

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only — microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Solomon Islands Biosecurity Authority.

Solomon Islands has no published ferret-specific import rules; general pet import rules apply. Contact Biosecurity Solomon Islands (Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock) for latest requirements.

Microchip
Required
ISO 11784/11785
Rabies vaccine
Required
From 12 weeks old, wait 21+ days before travel
Rabies titer test (FAVN)
Not required
Quarantine
None
Health certificate
Required
Official government veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Documents checklist

  • ISO microchip certificate
  • Rabies vaccination certificate (valid, administered after microchip)
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of travel
  • Vaccination records (distemper, rabies)

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only — microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Solomon Islands Biosecurity Authority.

No additional requirements for low-risk origins. Ferrets must be at least 12 weeks old for rabies vaccine. No quarantine.

Microchip
Required
ISO 11784/11785
Rabies vaccine
Required
From 12 weeks old, wait 21+ days before travel
Rabies titer test (FAVN)
Required
Blood draw 30+ days before travel
Quarantine
30 days
Mandatory quarantine at a government-approved facility in Honiara; costs borne by owner. Quarantine period may be reduced if titer test results show adequate antibody levels (≥0.5 IU/mL).
Health certificate
Required
Official government veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Required

Minimum age: 4 months

Documents checklist

  • ISO microchip certificate
  • Rabies vaccination certificate (valid, administered after microchip)
  • FAVN titer test result (≥0.5 IU/mL)
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of travel
  • Import permit from Solomon Islands Biosecurity Authority
  • Vaccination records (distemper, rabies)

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only — microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50, FAVN titer test ~$100-250, import permit fee ~$50-100, quarantine ~$10-20 per day. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Solomon Islands Biosecurity Authority.

Import permit must be obtained before travel. Quarantine is mandatory for high-risk origins. Ferrets must be at least 4 months old to meet titer test timing. Contact Biosecurity Solomon Islands well in advance.

Frequently asked questions

No. Rabies vaccination is mandatory for all ferrets entering Solomon Islands, regardless of origin. The vaccine must be given after microchip implantation and at least 21 days before travel. Ferrets must be at least 12 weeks old at time of vaccination.
Yes, an ISO 11784/11785 compliant microchip (15 digits) is required. It must be implanted before the rabies vaccination. If your ferret's microchip is not ISO-compliant, you must bring your own scanner.
Solomon Islands does not publish a specific limit for non-commercial pet imports. However, more than 5 animals may trigger commercial import rules. Check with Biosecurity Solomon Islands if you plan to bring more than 2 ferrets.
Yes. Ferrets from high-risk origins must undergo a minimum 30-day quarantine at a government facility in Honiara. The quarantine period may be shortened if a FAVN titer test shows antibodies ≥0.5 IU/mL. All costs are your responsibility.
No. Solomon Islands does not recognise emotional support or service animals as exempt from standard import requirements. All ferrets must meet microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate, and quarantine rules regardless of their role.
A health certificate issued by an official government veterinarian (e.g., USDA-accredited vet in the US, DEFRA-endorsed vet in the UK) within 10 days of travel. It must state the ferret is healthy, free from infectious diseases, and fit to travel.
Import permits are only required for ferrets from high-risk rabies countries. Contact the Solomon Islands Biosecurity Authority (Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock) at least 4 weeks before travel. Submit the application with microchip, vaccination, and titer test documents. There is a fee of approximately $50-100.

Good to know

All pets must be microchipped with an ISO 11784/11785 compliant chip before rabies vaccination. Import permits must be obtained from the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock well in advance, and failure to meet documentation deadlines can result in denial of entry or quarantine at the owner's expense.

Airline rules & connecting flights

Government import rules are only half the picture — your airline sets its own pet policy on top of them: whether your petcan fly in the cabin at all, size/weight limits for the carrier, breed embargoes (many airlines refuse brachycephalic breeds like bulldogs and pugs in cargo), and seasonal heat restrictions. Check your specific airline's pet policy before booking — see IATA's Traveler's Pet Corner .

If your flight has a layover, the transit country can have its own pet rules — sometimes these apply even if you never leave the airport. If you're transiting through another country on the way to Solomon Islands, check that country's pet-entry/transit rules separately (search "pets" on this site for that country too).

For guidance only. Pet import rules change without notice and a wrong step can mean quarantine or a refused entry for your animal — always confirm current requirements with Solomon Islands's official veterinary/agriculture authority and your airline before travelling.