🇸🇧 Solomon Islands · Researcher
Special Exemption Visa (Research/Academic) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €140 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Documents
- Submit Research permit from the Ministry of Education and Human Resources Development
- Fill in Research Academic form in eVisa portal
- Submit valid passport biopage
- Pay online fee
- Pay visa application fee
- Who Should Apply
- University researchers, scientific field workers, or academic staff conducting approved studies
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://immigration.gov.sb/special-exemption-visa-research-academic/.
Frequently asked
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
Application fee
https://immigration.gov.sb/special-exemption-visa-research-academic/ · verified 2026-06-22
No direct PR path
“researcher = residência temporária ligada ao projeto/contrato; PR é processo separado (not_applicable)”
https://immigration.gov.sb/special-exemption-visa-research-academic/ · verified 2026-06-22
Open to all nationalities
https://immigration.gov.sb/special-exemption-visa-research-academic/ · verified 2026-06-22
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-22.