Capital city in Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands
Healthcare in Honiara: hospitals, costs and insurance
Healthcare in Honiara
Basic care only. Serious cases are evacuated to Australia, usually Brisbane or Cairns, so insurance with evacuation cover is essential.
Hospitals for foreigners in Honiara
| Hospital | Good to know |
|---|---|
| National Referral Hospital | Public hospital in Honiara; basic and stretched |
Key facts
- Doctor's visit: SI$200–450 ($25–57) at a private clinic without insurance.
- In Solomon Islands: Very limited, centred on the National Referral Hospital in Honiara. Evacuation to Australia takes 1–5 days to arrange and is costly. Take malaria precautions.
- Pharmacies: A few pharmacies in Honiara; bring all medicines and antimalarials.
- Health spending: US$111 per person a year (2023); 0.2 doctors per 1,000 people (2023), World Bank.
- Emergency: Police 999 · Ambulance 111 · Fire 988.
Travel and health insurance
Travel insurance isn't required to enter Solomon Islands, but treatment for visitors is paid upfront.
| Insurer | Good for |
|---|---|
| SafetyWing Nomad Insurance | Monthly subscription for nomads and long trips; cancel anytime. |
| Genki | Health insurance for nomads, from a European insurer. |
| World Nomads | Trip insurance that covers many adventure activities. |
| Heymondo | Single-trip, annual and long-stay plans with a medical app. |
| IMG Global | Travel medical and long-term international health plans. |
Quick answers
What is the best hospital in Honiara for foreigners?
National Referral Hospital: Public hospital in Honiara; basic and stretched
How much does a doctor's visit cost in Honiara?
About SI$200–450 ($25–57) at a private clinic.
Do I need travel insurance for Solomon Islands?
It isn't required for entry, but recommended: hospitals in Solomon Islands expect visitors to pay or show insurance.
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Sources
- World Bank: health expenditure per capita
- CDC Travelers' Health: Solomon Islands
- Solomon Islands Visitors Bureau
- Solomon Airlines
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