It is wise to consult your doctor or chemist a few weeks before leaving home. Water is normally safe in the major resorts, but precautionary boiling is recommended in other areas. Commonwealth, U.S., and most E.E.C. visitors, do not need visas. Others may obtain visas through British Consulates. 7 day transit visas are available on arrival. All visitors must have a valid passport and return, or onward ticket.
Persons intending to work, mast have a work permit.
200 cigarettes or 250 grams of tobacco. 2 litres of spirits, or equivalent. Available in Honiara and major resort areas. 24 hour international telephone, fax, telex, and telegram service is available through TeleKom from Honiara and most major hotels and resorts. 11 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time.