What Currency Does Solomon Islands Use?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Exchange rate (approximate):
1 USD ≈ 7.9831 SBD
1 GBP ≈ 10.70 SBD
Rates are indicative (July 2026) and change daily. Always check live rates before travelling. Rates by Exchange Rate API.
SBD converter
100 SBD ≈ 12.53 USD
Solomon Islands dollar conversion table
| Amount | USD → SBD | GBP → SBD | EUR → SBD |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7.9831 | 10.70 | 9.1183 |
| 5 | 39.92 | 53.51 | 45.59 |
| 10 | 79.83 | 107.02 | 91.18 |
| 20 | 159.66 | 214.04 | 182.37 |
| 50 | 399.16 | 535.11 | 455.92 |
| 100 | 798.31 | 1,070 | 911.83 |
| 500 | 3,992 | 5,351 | 4,559 |
| 1,000 | 7,983 | 10,702 | 9,118 |
| SBD | → USD | → GBP | → EUR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.1253 | 0.0934 | 0.1097 |
| 5 | 0.6263 | 0.4672 | 0.5483 |
| 10 | 1.2526 | 0.9344 | 1.0967 |
| 20 | 2.5053 | 1.8688 | 2.1934 |
| 50 | 6.2632 | 4.672 | 5.4835 |
| 100 | 12.53 | 9.344 | 10.97 |
| 500 | 62.63 | 46.72 | 54.83 |
| 1,000 | 125.26 | 93.44 | 109.67 |
Indicative rates (July 2026). Banks and card providers add their own margin and fees, so the amount you actually receive will differ slightly.
Against the US dollar, 1 SBD is worth about 0.1253 USD. Of the 141 currencies covered on this site, the Solomon Islands dollar ranks 42nd by value per unit (1st = the most US dollars per unit). A high or low number says nothing about economic strength — it simply reflects how the currency is denominated.
Travel Money Card
Travelling to Solomon Islands? Avoid poor airport exchange rates — a prepaid travel money card or multi-currency card usually gets you a far better deal on Solomon Islands dollar spending.
What is money called in Solomon Islands?
Money in Solomon Islands is called the Solomon Islands dollar — its ISO 4217 currency code is SBD, and its symbol is $. The Solomon Islands dollar is the official legal tender in Solomon Islands and is used for all everyday transactions — from paying for goods and services to converting money at banks and exchange bureaus. When travelling, you may also see it referred to as the Solomon Islands currency or simply money in Solomon Islands.
Is the Solomon Islands dollar used anywhere else?
No — Solomon Islands is the only country on this site using the Solomon Islands dollar as its official currency.
Not to be confused with other dollar currencies
Several currencies carry the name “dollar”, but each one is separate, with its own code, value and issuing country. The Solomon Islands dollar (SBD) is the currency of Solomon Islands.
| Currency | Code | Used in | 1 USD = |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Caribbean dollar | XCD | Antigua and Barbuda +5 more | 2.7 |
| Australian dollar | AUD | Australia +3 more | 1.4387 |
| Bahamian dollar | BSD | Bahamas | 1 |
| Barbadian dollar | BBD | Barbados | 2 |
| Belize dollar | BZD | Belize | 2 |
| Brunei dollar | BND | Brunei | 1.2914 |
| Canadian dollar | CAD | Canada | 1.4151 |
| United States dollar | USD | Ecuador +7 more | 1 |
| Fijian dollar | FJD | Fiji | 2.2374 |
| Guyanese dollar | GYD | Guyana | 209.26 |
| Jamaican dollar | JMD | Jamaica | 158.64 |
| Liberian dollar | LRD | Liberia | 181.37 |
Practical money tips for Solomon Islands
Card payments are widely accepted in most cities, but it's still worth carrying some Solomon Islands dollar in cash for smaller vendors, local transport and rural areas. Notify your bank before travelling to avoid transactions being blocked, and compare card fees — many cards charge a foreign transaction fee that a dedicated travel money card avoids.
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Solomon Islands in context
- Solomon Islands covers 28,896 km², making it the 139th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- Solomon Islands has no land borders with other countries on this site.
- With 750,325 people, Solomon Islands holds about 5.5% of the population of Melanesia.
- Traffic drives on the left, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Solomon Islands is a member state of the United Nations.
Solomon Islands currency — FAQ
What is the currency of Solomon Islands?
The currency of Solomon Islands is the Solomon Islands dollar (currency code: SBD, symbol: $).
What is the currency code for Solomon Islands?
The ISO 4217 currency code for the Solomon Islands dollar is SBD.
What is the Solomon Islands dollar symbol?
The symbol for the Solomon Islands dollar is $. You will see this on price tags and receipts throughout Solomon Islands.
What currency is used in Solomon Islands?
The official currency used in Solomon Islands is the Solomon Islands dollar (SBD).
Can I use US dollars in Solomon Islands?
The official currency of Solomon Islands is the Solomon Islands dollar, not the US dollar. While USD may be accepted in some tourist hotels and major cities, you will generally get better rates paying in Solomon Islands dollar and should exchange money before or on arrival.
What is the exchange rate for Solomon Islands?
As of July 2026, approximately 1 USD = 7.9831 SBD and 1 GBP = 10.70 SBD. Rates change daily — always check a live source before travelling or sending money.
What is money called in Solomon Islands?
Money in Solomon Islands is called the Solomon Islands dollar (SBD).
Do other countries use the Solomon Islands dollar?
No — Solomon Islands is the only country on this site using the Solomon Islands dollar as its official currency.
What is the Solomon Islander currency?
The Solomon Islander currency is the Solomon Islands dollar (SBD), the official money of Solomon Islands.
How much is 100 SBD in US dollars?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 SBD is about 12.53 USD or 9.344 GBP. Use the converter above for other amounts.
How much is 100 US dollars in Solomon Islands dollar?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 USD is about 798.31 SBD.
Is the Solomon Islands dollar the same as other dollar currencies?
No. Several currencies share the word, but each is a separate currency with its own code and value. The Solomon Islands dollar is SBD; others include Eastern Caribbean dollar (XCD), Australian dollar (AUD), Bahamian dollar (BSD), Barbadian dollar (BBD).
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