Solomon Islands
Oceania
Age Verification Compliance Overview
This page provides comprehensive age verification and compliance information for Solomon Islands. Our research team continuously monitors regulatory changes, enforcement actions, and legal developments to ensure businesses have access to up-to-date compliance intelligence.
Solomon Islands has implemented a complete prohibition on age-restricted adult content, classified as "Banned". This ban typically includes website blocking, payment processing restrictions, and potential criminal penalties for violations. Businesses should not attempt to operate in this jurisdiction without explicit legal counsel, as enforcement may include criminal prosecution, substantial fines, and reputational damage.
The information below includes regulatory status, legal requirements, enforcement mechanisms, penalties for non-compliance, acceptable verification methods, and relevant regulatory authorities. This data is essential for platforms, content providers, and businesses that need to implement age-appropriate access controls or verify user ages.
Please note: Adult content access is currently prohibited in Solomon Islands. This ban may affect website accessibility, payment processing, and service availability. Businesses should consult legal counsel before operating in this jurisdiction.
Minimum Age
N/A (Banned)
Content is completely prohibited
Age Gate Required
No
No verification required
Last Verified
10/12/2025
Most recent data update
Regulatory Timeline
Historical changes and upcoming regulatory events
- Banned
Temporary Facebook ban for 'harmful content': The Solomon Islands Cabinet issued a temporary ban on Facebook due to 'harmful content,' with a minister citing the lack of legislation to properly regulate internet use and safeguard young people.
- Banned
Child Protection Act 2017 enacted: The Child Protection Act 2017 became effective, making it an offense to produce, possess, distribute, import, export, or make available child pornography, and criminalizing commercial sexual exploitation of children.
Data Sources
Legal documents and references supporting this data
Showing 5 of 8 sources
travel.gc.casolomon-islands
state.govsolomon-islands
smartraveller.gov.ausolomon-islands
solomons.gov.sbsupporting-the-cyber-safety-of-young-people
solomontimes.com10505
All sources are evaluated for credibility and relevance. Primary sources indicate official legal documents and government publications. Credibility scores reflect source reliability based on jurisdiction, publication authority, and verification status.
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Regulatory Authorities
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