Fees And Permits

Confirm these fees before you book so your operator plan and day budget match what you will pay onsite.

Fees You Can't Skip

Visitor permit or tourist visa - Eligible visitor permit on arrival may be no pre-arrival fee; tourist eVisa lists USD $100 visa fee plus USD $50 online fee
Munda marine kastom fee - AUD $20 per diver per day listed by operator sources; confirm current amount
Typical payment pattern: Solomon Islands does not operate like a singlefee national dive park.

What people usually pay

Solomon Islands does not operate like a single-fee national dive park. Formal protected areas exist, but many daily reef, beach and village fees come from customary ownership and local management. The cleanest approach is to book operators who include or clearly itemize kastom, marine, port, park and landing fees. Carry cash for local payments and confirm liveaboard extras before boarding.

Fee	Amount	Applies to	Where to pay	Notes
Visitor permit or tourist visa	Eligible visitor permit on arrival may be no pre-arrival fee; tourist eVisa lists USD $100 visa fee plus USD $50 online fee Usually 30 days on arrival for tourist visa or border visa, with extension rules varying	International visitors	Solomon Islands Immigration eVisa portal or on arrival when eligible	Check nationality eligibility, passport validity, onward-ticket rules and current government guidance before travel.
Munda marine kastom fee	AUD $20 per diver per day listed by operator sources; confirm current amount Per dive day or as operator applies	Divers and sometimes snorkelers using Munda/Roviana reefs	Usually paid through Dive Munda or the booking operator	This recognizes customary reef ownership and local access. Ask what is included before the boat leaves.
Uepi and Marovo customary reef-owner fees	AUD $4 to AUD $15 per diver per dive when applicable; confirm current amount Per dive or per site as arranged	Dives outside core resort-controlled reefs or owner-managed areas	Usually charged through Uepi Island Resort or the local operator	Fees vary by site and ownership. Avoid freelance reef visits without permission.
Liveaboard marine, park, port and local fee packages	Often around USD $175 to USD $384 per trip, depending on vessel and itinerary Per liveaboard itinerary	Liveaboard divers and snorkelers	Paid through the liveaboard operator, agent or onboard account	Terminology varies by operator. Some fees are included, some are mandatory extras, and some are collected in cash or card onboard.
Customary landing, village, cultural or beach fees	Varies, usually paid in SBD cash Per visit, person, group or landing	Snorkeling, beach stops, village visits, cultural sites and some trail access	Through local guides, lodge staff, village representatives or resource owners	Paying through a recognized guide reduces misunderstandings and supports local access agreements.
Yacht and port clearance	Varies by port, vessel and route Per clearance and provincial visit requirements	Private yachts and expedition vessels	Official port of entry and relevant authorities	Clear customs and immigration at an official port before going ashore. Provinces may require notice before yacht visits.