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Visa and Entry Requirements for Fiji

What documents do i need to enter fiji.

• A valid passport for at least six (6) months beyond the intended period of stay.
• A return ticket home or for onward travel to another country for which you are authorized to enter.
• A confirmed address in Fiji (may include hotel / resort details).
• Completed immigration arrival card.

Do I Need a Visa to Enter Fiji?

Fijian passport holders do not need a Visa to enter Fiji. All other passport holders will need correct visa or permit to enter Fiji. Here is the list of nationalities that are visa exempted and issued with a visitors permit on arrival. Visa Exempted Countries

What Type of Visas Does Fiji Have?

There are different permit categories depending on your purpose and length of stay. Each permit has conditions about what you can do in Fiji. You will need to apply for the correct permit to:

• Reside with principal applicant
• Reside as Yachter
• Reside on Medical purpose
• Reside in Fiji with assured income

Make sure you apply for the permit that matches what you want to do in Fiji, and that you are eligible to apply for that permit.

How Can I Apply for Visitors Visa?

Visitors visa is issued to citizens from non-exempted countries for up to 4 months or period granted for other purposes. Ensure your application is approved prior to your travel. Visitors Permit is applicable to citizens of visa exempted countries and is issued on arrival. Please refer to list of visa exempted countries  here . Visa eligibility and requirements can be found  here . You can apply for Visitors Visa online through the  Fiji Immigration Portal

Can I Transit Through Fiji?

Yes - you're welcome to transit through Fiji but you must have the following documentation:- A valid outward ticket within 72hrs of arrival, meet the entry requirements (including testing) of your final destination. You can stay within the airport for up to 10 hours to connect to another flight or check into a hotel if you stay overnight.

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GETTING aROUND

Fiji airways.

EXPAT GUIDE

ENVIRONMENT

Flora and fauna.

INSPIRATION

Wellness retreats, water activities.

NADI TOWN & DENARAU ISLAND

Denarau island.

CORAL COAST & PACIFIC HARBOUR

Coral coast, pacific harbour.

LAUTOKA CITY & SUNCOAST

Lautoka city.

Suva, the Capital of Fiji, was developed in the late 1800s and retains much of the character of the colonial period. Its many attractions include shopping, restaurants, markets, museums, and nightclubs. You can enjoy a walk around the central city area, which will uncover numerous surprises. A leisurely stroll down Victoria Parade you’ll see the blending of traditional, early 20th-century South Pacific buildings juxtaposed with modern high-rise structures. Towards the end of the Parade are the Government Buildings, which open onto Albert Park, Thurston Gardens, and Suva Point, guiding you to the architecturally striking Parliament Buildings. 

YASAWA & MAMANUCA ISLANDS

Yasawa islands, mamanuca islands.

The Mamanuca Group  – a volcanic archipelago of around 20 small islands nestled within a lagoon, offers an ideal haven for sun-seekers. Here, an array of water-based activities awaits (Windsurfing, snorkeling, diving, sailing). Meanwhile,  the Yasawa Group , comprising 20 volcanic islands known for their rugged terrain, pristine beaches, and azure lagoons, captivates travelers with its remote allure. Situated north of the Mamanuca Group, the Yasawa islands stretch some 90 km in a roughly linear formation, providing a tranquil escape from the bustle of urban life.

Vanua Levu – Fiji’s second-largest island and is an independent traveler’s dream. Often referred to as one of the best-kept secrets in Fiji. Easily accessible from Viti Levu, Vanua Levu still retains much of its remoteness and isolation making it a popular destination for tourists who are looking to travel off the beaten path. The Ringgold Isles is 218 hectares in size and mostly uninhabited, an area that supports globally and regionally significant populations of marine turtles, humpback whales, seabirds, and reef fish.

KADAVU ISLAND & LAU GROUP

Kadavu Archipelago – A secluded tropical island paradise, the Kadavu Group makes for an amazing getaway. With lush rainforests to hike through, incredible reefs to dive in, excellent surfing, and a whole host of water-based activities to enjoy; this island group is an idyllic retreat. Situated some 100 km south of Viti Levu in the Great Astrolabe Reef. Lau Archipelago – Spread out over 400 km, the Lau islands are often quite small and are either volcanic in nature or have been formed from pure limestone.

Fiji Packing Guide: Official Travel Documents

• Published: December 26, 2023
• Updated: March 22, 2024

While the excitement of embarking on a journey to Fiji,  it is crucial to ensure that all your documentation is in order before you depart. Properly preparing your documentation ensures a smooth and stress-free travel experience, allowing you to focus on enjoying your trip without any last-minute complications. It’s advisable to create two photocopies of the following essential documents and keep them in separate secure locations while traveling. Leave one copy at home with a trusted family member or friend, and carry the other with you, separate from the originals

Table of Contents

Official Travel Documents

Ensure that you have backup copies of crucial documents in case of loss or theft, providing added security and facilitating a smoother resolution in unforeseen circumstances.

• Itinerary and tickets
• Traveler’s cheques and credit card numbers

Driver’s license or international driving permit

Insurance policy.

• Travel Prescriptions & Vaccinations Records

Visitor Advisory 1: Please be advised that non-Fijian passport holders intending to travel to Fiji are required to have their passports valid for 6 months from their intended date of arrival into Fiji. If the validity of your passport is less than 6 months you will not be permitted to travel to Fiji.

We have compiled a comprehensive article that meticulously outlines whether obtaining a visa is required for your travel or if you fall under the exemption category. This resource breaks down the intricate details to provide you with a clear understanding of the specific visa regulations. 

IN DEPTH SUPPORTING ARTICLE: This resource breaks down the intricate details to provide you with a clear understanding of the specific visa regulations.  Do you need a visa to come to Fiji  

Cash and C redit Cards

Visitor Advisory 2: Before embarking on your travels, it’s crucial to notify your bank about your trip details . Many banks offer a “travel notice” feature to simplify this process. By informing your bank about your destination and the duration of your trip, you ensure that charges and withdrawals during your vacation won’t trigger any security alerts. The procedure for notifying your bank of your travel plans may vary, but if you use online banking, you likely have access to an online travel notice feature where you can input the necessary information.

Please do not automatically presume that your regular driving licence is universally accepted in Fiji, you may need an international driving permit to rent a car.   An International Driving Permit is also a United Nations regulated travel document for your safety and ease of travel.  Countries List . 

IN DEPTH SUPPORTING ARTICLE: Driving in Fiji: Car Rental the Definitive Guide – Apply for International Drivers License: International Drivers License Fiji

The importance of travel insurance cannot be overstated. If you find yourself unable to afford travel insurance, it may indicate that you can’t truly afford to travel. While this might come across as blunt, securing insurance is a fundamental aspect of trip preparation. Without it, you (or your family) assume personal responsibility for covering any medical or additional expenses arising from unforeseen incidents or accidents during your travels. Prioritizing travel insurance ensures financial protection and peace of mind throughout your journey.

A comprehensive travel insurance policy should encompass all facets of your journey, covering medical expenses in case of injury or illness, theft of valuables, flight plan cancellations or interruptions, baggage damage, and more. This inclusive coverage not only safeguards you from unforeseen circumstances but also alleviates the worry and financial strain associated with accidents or illnesses abroad, where medical costs can soar into the tens of thousands of dollars.

When selecting a policy, it’s advisable to shop around, explore online options, and carefully examine the policy’s exclusions, especially concerning pre-existing illnesses. Ensure that your insurance provides coverage for all your planned activities throughout the entirety of your trip. Additionally, be aware that certain policies may not offer refunds for changes in safety and security conditions in overseas environments.

Travel Health and Vaccination Record

Visitor Advisory 3: Maintain an updated medical passport containing information about your vaccinations, blood type, and allergies . Include a list of medications you are currently taking. This comprehensive record ensures you have essential health information readily available during your travels

Notebook and Pen

Visitor Advisory 4: Carry a list of emergency contacts, including embassies, state departments, airlines, hotels, banks, and family members. While it’s convenient to document this information on your phone, having a small pocket-sized notebook and pen serves as a reliable backup. Keep a hard copy in the front pocket of your carry-on luggage for easy access, providing a tangible and reassuring sense of preparedness during your travels.

Airline Baggage Allowances

Baggage allowance refers to the predefined limits set by airlines on the amount, weight, and dimensions of luggage that passengers are allowed to bring on board or check-in during a flight. These limits can vary depending on the airline, the class of service, the specific route, and the passenger’s frequent flyer status. Typically, baggage allowance includes both carry-on (hand luggage) and checked luggage.

Carry-on baggage Allowance: specifies the maximum dimensions and weight of bags that passengers can bring into the cabin and store in the overhead compartments or under the seat.

Checked baggage allowance: defines the number, weight, and size of bags that passengers can check in to be transported in the cargo hold of the aircraft.

It’s important for travellers to be aware of the baggage allowance, as exceeding these limits may result in additional fees. Passengers are advised to check the airline’s official website or contact their customer service for the most accurate and up-to-date information on baggage allowance policies.

A hanging luggage scale is a practical travel tool that allows you to accurately measure the weight of your luggage by suspending it from the scale. This device is particularly useful to avoid exceeding weight limits.

We have compiled links to the individual baggage allowances for all the different airlines flying to Fiji below:

• Air New Zealand – New Zealand National Airline
• Air Nuigini – Papua New Guinea National Airline
• Air Vanuatu – Vanuatu National Airline
• Aircalin – New Caledonia National Airline
• Fiji Airways: Baggage Allowance
• Jet Star –  Australian low-cost airline
• Qantas – Australia’s Global Airline
• Virgin Airways – Australia’s Global Airline

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Entry requirements

This advice reflects the UK government’s understanding of current rules for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK, for the most common types of travel.

The authorities in Fiji set and enforce entry rules. If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the Fiji High Commission in the UK .

COVID-19 rules

There are no COVID-19 testing or vaccination requirements for travellers entering Fiji.

Passport validity requirements

Your passport must have an ‘expiry date’ at least 6 months after the date you arrive in Fiji.

Visa requirements

You do not need a visa for visits of up to 4 months. If you plan to stay for longer than 4 months, apply for a visa from the Fiji High Commission in the UK .

At Fiji border control, you must also show:

• an onward or return ticket
• a valid visa for the next country you’re travelling to

If you’re visiting Fiji on business, you must apply for a business visitors permit , which is valid for 21 days.

Yacht entry

Yachts can only enter Fiji through Suva, Lautoka, Savusavu and Levuka. For other ports, such as Nadi and Denarau, you must have prior agreement from the Fijian authorities .

Vaccination requirements

At least 8 weeks before your trip, check the vaccinations and certificates you need in TravelHealthPro’s Fiji guide .

Depending on your circumstances, this may include a yellow fever certificate.

Customs rules

There are strict rules about goods you can take into or out of Fiji . You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty.

Fiji customs has strict quarantine regulations and they X-ray all luggage arriving at Nadi airport. Customs officers will confiscate most fresh foodstuffs, unless you’re arriving from a country with quarantine agreements with Fiji.

Taking money into Fiji

You must declare if you have more than 10,000 Fijian dollars in cash, or the same amount in other currencies.

Most tourist hotels and many restaurants accept credit cards. Not all ATMs accept the full range of credit cards. The Australian and New Zealand Bank (ANZ) and Westpac ATMs accept cards with the Visa, Mastercard, Maestro and Cirrus symbols.

Travelling with children

If you are entering Fiji on a work or residency permit, and are travelling as a lone parent, you may need to have evidence of your parental responsibility. For further information contact the Fiji High Commission in the UK .

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Fiji travel advice

Latest updates: Natural disasters and climate – added information on floods

Last updated: May 16, 2024 11:04 ET

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Safety and security, entry and exit requirements, laws and culture, natural disasters and climate, fiji - take normal security precautions.

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Petty crime, such as theft from hotel rooms and purse snatching, is common.

Theft and assault, including armed and sexual assault, may occur.

• Be particularly vigilant at night in urban areas
• Do not show signs of affluence, and be cautious when exchanging money at hotels or withdrawing money from ATMs or banks
• Ensure that your personal belongings, including your passport and other travel documents, are secure at all times

Road safety

Road conditions and road safety can vary greatly throughout the country.

Roads are adequate in major cities but poor in rural areas.

Stay on main roads; avoid secondary roads.

Roadside assistance is not widely available. Avoid driving outside of major cities after dark.

Road hazards may include pedestrians, domestic or wild animals, lack of signage and poor lighting. Vehicles are generally poorly maintained.

Public transportation

Use taxis and minibuses with yellow registration plates, which denote compliance with Land Transport Authority regulations. Unlicensed minibuses may not be insured. Do not share taxis with strangers.

Travel by boat or ferry on coastal waters and inter-island trips should be undertaken only with a reputable tour company. If you are contemplating sea journeys, check weather reports before heading out.

Latest local weather reports - Fiji Meteorological Service

General safety information

• Do not walk alone after dark
• Avoid large gatherings, demonstrations of any size
• Always avoid military installations and personnel
• Follow the instructions of local authorities

If you intend on hiking:

• never do so alone and always hire an experienced guide from a reputable company
• buy travel insurance that includes helicopter rescue and medical evacuation
• ensure that your physical condition is good enough to meet the challenges of your activity
• ensure that you’re properly equipped and well informed about weather and other conditions that may pose a hazard
• inform a family member or friend of your itinerary, including when you expect to be back to camp
• know the symptoms of acute altitude sickness, which can be fatal
• obtain detailed information on trekking routes before setting out and do not venture off marked trails

Riptides can be dangerous along the reefs and river estuaries. Seek local advice, as several drownings have occurred. If you participate in water-based activities, use a reputable company and ensure that its equipment meets safety requirements.

Water safety abroad

We do not make assessments on the compliance of foreign domestic airlines with international safety standards.

Information about foreign domestic airlines

Every country or territory decides who can enter or exit through its borders. The Government of Canada cannot intervene on your behalf if you do not meet your destination’s entry or exit requirements.

We have obtained the information on this page from the Fijian authorities. It can, however, change at any time.

Verify this information with the  Foreign Representatives in Canada .

Entry requirements vary depending on the type of passport you use for travel.

Before you travel, check with your transportation company about passport requirements. Its rules on passport validity may be more stringent than the country’s entry rules.

Regular Canadian passport

Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date you expect to leave Fiji.

Passport for official travel

Different entry rules may apply.

Official travel

Passport with “X” gender identifier

While the Government of Canada issues passports with an “X” gender identifier, it cannot guarantee your entry or transit through other countries. You might face entry restrictions in countries that do not recognize the “X” gender identifier. Before you leave, check with the closest foreign representative for your destination.

Other travel documents

Different entry rules may apply when travelling with a temporary passport or an emergency travel document. Before you leave, check with the closest foreign representative for your destination.

Useful links

• Foreign Representatives in Canada
• Canadian passports

Tourist visa: issued upon arrival for stays of up to 4 months Business visa: required Work visa: required

Other requirements

An onward or return ticket is required to visit Fiji.

Children and travel

Learn more about travelling with children .

Yellow fever

Learn about potential entry requirements related to yellow fever (vaccines section).

Relevant Travel Health Notices

• Global Measles Notice - 13 March, 2024
• Zika virus: Advice for travellers - 31 August, 2023
• COVID-19 and International Travel - 13 March, 2024

This section contains information on possible health risks and restrictions regularly found or ongoing in the destination. Follow this advice to lower your risk of becoming ill while travelling. Not all risks are listed below.

Consult a health care professional or visit a travel health clinic preferably 6 weeks before you travel to get personalized health advice and recommendations.

Routine vaccines

Be sure that your  routine vaccinations , as per your province or territory , are up-to-date before travelling, regardless of your destination.

Some of these vaccinations include measles-mumps-rubella (MMR), diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio, varicella (chickenpox), influenza and others.

Pre-travel vaccines and medications

You may be at risk for preventable diseases while travelling in this destination. Talk to a travel health professional about which medications or vaccines may be right for you, based on your destination and itinerary. 

Yellow fever   is a disease caused by a flavivirus from the bite of an infected mosquito.

Travellers get vaccinated either because it is required to enter a country or because it is recommended for their protection.

• There is no risk of yellow fever in this country.

Country Entry Requirement*

• Proof of vaccination is required if you are coming from or have transited through an airport of a country   where yellow fever occurs.

Recommendation

• Vaccination is not recommended.
• Discuss travel plans, activities, and destinations with a health care professional.
• Contact a designated  Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre  well in advance of your trip to arrange for vaccination.

About Yellow Fever

Yellow Fever Vaccination Centres in Canada * It is important to note that  country entry requirements  may not reflect your risk of yellow fever at your destination. It is recommended that you contact the nearest  diplomatic or consular office  of the destination(s) you will be visiting to verify any additional entry requirements.

There is a risk of hepatitis A in this destination. It is a disease of the liver. People can get hepatitis A if they ingest contaminated food or water, eat foods prepared by an infectious person, or if they have close physical contact (such as oral-anal sex) with an infectious person, although casual contact among people does not spread the virus.

Practise  safe food and water precautions and wash your hands often. Vaccination is recommended for all travellers to areas where hepatitis A is present.

In this destination, rabies  may be present in some wildlife species, including bats. Rabies is a deadly disease that spreads to humans primarily through bites or scratches from an infected animal. 

If you are bitten or scratched by an animal while travelling, immediately wash the wound with soap and clean water and see a health care professional. 

Before travel, discuss rabies vaccination with a health care professional. It may be recommended for travellers who will be working directly with wildlife. 

Measles is a highly contagious viral disease. It can spread quickly from person to person by direct contact and through droplets in the air.

Anyone who is not protected against measles is at risk of being infected with it when travelling internationally.

Regardless of where you are going, talk to a health care professional before travelling to make sure you are fully protected against measles.

  Hepatitis B is a risk in every destination. It is a viral liver disease that is easily transmitted from one person to another through exposure to blood and body fluids containing the hepatitis B virus.  Travellers who may be exposed to blood or other bodily fluids (e.g., through sexual contact, medical treatment, sharing needles, tattooing, acupuncture or occupational exposure) are at higher risk of getting hepatitis B.

Hepatitis B vaccination is recommended for all travellers. Prevent hepatitis B infection by practicing safe sex, only using new and sterile drug equipment, and only getting tattoos and piercings in settings that follow public health regulations and standards.

 The best way to protect yourself from seasonal influenza (flu) is to get vaccinated every year. Get the flu shot at least 2 weeks before travelling.  

 The flu occurs worldwide. 

•  In the Northern Hemisphere, the flu season usually runs from November to   April.
•  In the Southern Hemisphere, the flu season usually runs between April and   October.
•  In the tropics, there is flu activity year round. 

The flu vaccine available in one hemisphere may only offer partial protection against the flu in the other hemisphere.

The flu virus spreads from person to person when they cough or sneeze or by touching objects and surfaces that have been contaminated with the virus. Clean your hands often and wear a mask if you have a fever or respiratory symptoms.

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious viral disease. It can spread from person to person by direct contact and through droplets in the air.

It is recommended that all eligible travellers complete a COVID-19 vaccine series along with any additional recommended doses in Canada before travelling. Evidence shows that vaccines are very effective at preventing severe illness, hospitalization and death from COVID-19. While vaccination provides better protection against serious illness, you may still be at risk of infection from the virus that causes COVID-19. Anyone who has not completed a vaccine series is at increased risk of being infected with the virus that causes COVID-19 and is at greater risk for severe disease when travelling internationally.

Before travelling, verify your destination’s COVID-19 vaccination entry/exit requirements. Regardless of where you are going, talk to a health care professional before travelling to make sure you are adequately protected against COVID-19.

Safe food and water precautions

Many illnesses can be caused by eating food or drinking beverages contaminated by bacteria, parasites, toxins, or viruses, or by swimming or bathing in contaminated water.

• Learn more about food and water precautions to take to avoid getting sick by visiting our eat and drink safely abroad page. Remember: Boil it, cook it, peel it, or leave it!
• Avoid getting water into your eyes, mouth or nose when swimming or participating in activities in freshwater (streams, canals, lakes), particularly after flooding or heavy rain. Water may look clean but could still be polluted or contaminated.
• Avoid inhaling or swallowing water while bathing, showering, or swimming in pools or hot tubs. 

Travellers' diarrhea is the most common illness affecting travellers. It is spread from eating or drinking contaminated food or water.

Risk of developing travellers' diarrhea increases when travelling in regions with poor standards of hygiene and sanitation. Practise safe food and water precautions.

The most important treatment for travellers' diarrhea is rehydration (drinking lots of fluids). Carry oral rehydration salts when travelling.

Insect bite prevention

Many diseases are spread by the bites of infected insects such as mosquitoes, ticks, fleas or flies. When travelling to areas where infected insects may be present:

• Use insect repellent (bug spray) on exposed skin
• Cover up with light-coloured, loose clothes made of tightly woven materials such as nylon or polyester
• Minimize exposure to insects
• Use mosquito netting when sleeping outdoors or in buildings that are not fully enclosed

To learn more about how you can reduce your risk of infection and disease caused by bites, both at home and abroad, visit our insect bite prevention page.

Find out what types of insects are present where you’re travelling, when they’re most active, and the symptoms of the diseases they spread.

There is a risk of chikungunya in this country.  The risk may vary between regions of a country.  Chikungunya is a virus spread through the bite of an infected mosquito. Chikungunya can cause a viral disease that typically causes fever and pain in the joints. In some cases, the joint pain can be severe and last for months or years.

Protect yourself from mosquito bites at all times. There is no vaccine available for chikungunya.

• In this country,   dengue  is a risk to travellers. It is a viral disease spread to humans by mosquito bites.
• Dengue can cause flu-like symptoms. In some cases, it can lead to severe dengue, which can be fatal.
• The level of risk of dengue changes seasonally, and varies from year to year. The level of risk also varies between regions in a country and can depend on the elevation in the region.
• Mosquitoes carrying dengue typically bite during the daytime, particularly around sunrise and sunset.
• Protect yourself from mosquito bites . There is no vaccine or medication that protects against dengue.

Zika virus is a risk in this country. 

Zika virus is primarily spread through the bite of an infected mosquito. It can also be sexually transmitted. Zika virus can cause serious birth defects.

During your trip:

• Prevent mosquito bites at all times.
• Use condoms correctly or avoid sexual contact, particularly if you are pregnant.

If you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, you should discuss the potential risks of travelling to this destination with your health care provider. You may choose to avoid or postpone travel. 

For more information, see Zika virus: Pregnant or planning a pregnancy.

Animal precautions

Some infections, such as rabies and influenza, can be shared between humans and animals. Certain types of activities may increase your chance of contact with animals, such as travelling in rural or forested areas, camping, hiking, and visiting wet markets (places where live animals are slaughtered and sold) or caves.

Travellers are cautioned to avoid contact with animals, including dogs, livestock (pigs, cows), monkeys, snakes, rodents, birds, and bats, and to avoid eating undercooked wild game.

Closely supervise children, as they are more likely to come in contact with animals.

Person-to-person infections

Stay home if you’re sick and practise proper cough and sneeze etiquette , which includes coughing or sneezing into a tissue or the bend of your arm, not your hand. Reduce your risk of colds, the flu and other illnesses by:

•   washing your hands often
• avoiding or limiting the amount of time spent in closed spaces, crowded places, or at large-scale events (concerts, sporting events, rallies)
• avoiding close physical contact with people who may be showing symptoms of illness 

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) , HIV , and mpox are spread through blood and bodily fluids; use condoms, practise safe sex, and limit your number of sexual partners. Check with your local public health authority pre-travel to determine your eligibility for mpox vaccine.  

Medical services and facilities

Good medical services and facilities are limited in availability. Quality of care varies greatly throughout the country. Medical services and facilities are adequate in major cities, but not in more remote areas. Avoid older medical clinics, as they often lack basic drugs and equipment, and have poor hygiene standards. Private hospitals and clinics located in cities are often better staffed and equipped than public or rural facilities. Medical evacuation may be necessary in the case of serious injury or illness.

Make sure you get travel insurance that includes coverage for medical evacuation and hospital stays.

Travel health and safety

Keep in Mind...

The decision to travel is the sole responsibility of the traveller. The traveller is also responsible for his or her own personal safety.

Be prepared. Do not expect medical services to be the same as in Canada. Pack a   travel health kit , especially if you will be travelling away from major city centres.

You must abide by local laws.

Learn about what you should do and how we can help if you are arrested or detained abroad .

Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are severe. Convicted offenders can expect jail sentences or heavy fines.

Drugs, alcohol and travel

Child sex tourism

It's a serious criminal offence to have sex with minors in Fiji.

Conviction may result in a lengthy prison sentence.

Child Sex Tourism: It’s a Crime

Imports and exports

Fiji has strict import restrictions and customs regulations, especially for food, plants, weapons, pets, drugs, tobacco and alcohol. Before travelling, make sure you are aware of the customs process, allowances and restrictions.    

• Customs arrival information - Fiji Revenue & Customs Service   
• Prohibited and restricted imports  - Fiji Revenue & Customs Service

Traffic drives on the left.

There is zero tolerance for driving under the influence of alcohol.

You should carry an international driving permit.

International Driving Permit

Dress conservatively outside tourist areas to avoid offending local sensitivities.

2SLGBTQI+ travellers

Fijian law does not prohibit sexual acts between individuals of the same sex. Homosexuality, however, is not socially tolerated in rural areas.

Travel and your sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics

Dual citizenship

Dual citizenship is legally recognized in Fiji.

If you are a Canadian citizen, but also a citizen of Fiji, our ability to offer you consular services may be limited while you're there. You may also be subject to different entry/exit requirements .

Travellers with dual citizenship

International Child Abduction

The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction is an international treaty. It can help parents with the return of children who have been removed to or retained in certain countries in violation of custody rights. The convention applies between Canada and Fiji.

If your child was wrongfully taken to, or is being held in Fiji, and if the applicable conditions are met, you may apply for the return of your child to the Fijian court.

If you are in this situation:

• act as quickly as you can
• contact the Central Authority for your province or territory of residence for information on starting an application under The Hague Convention
• consult a lawyer in Canada and in Fiji to explore all the legal options for the return of your child
• report the situation to the nearest Canadian government office abroad or to the Vulnerable Children’s Consular Unit at Global Affairs Canada by calling the Emergency Watch and Response Centre

If your child was removed from a country other than Canada, consult a lawyer to determine if The Hague Convention applies.

Be aware that Canadian consular officials cannot interfere in private legal matters or in another country’s judicial affairs.

• List of Canadian Central Authorities for the Hague Convention
• International Child Abduction: A Guidebook for Left-Behind Parents
• Travelling with children
• The Hague Convention - Hague Conference on Private International Law
• Canadian embassies and consulates by destination
• Emergency Watch and Response Centre

The currency is the Fijian dollar (FJD).

Major credit cards are accepted by most hotels, restaurants and shops. ATMs are widely available in main centres and some rural areas.

Possession of currency equivalent to more than FJ$10,000 must be declared upon entering or exiting the country.

Severe flooding

Since March 2024, heavy rainfall has affected Fiji and caused flooding. On May 15, 2024, local authorities issued evacuation orders to coastal areas.

Buildings and infrastructure have been damaged by floods and landslides. The following essential services could be disrupted:

• transportation
• power distribution
• water and food supply
• telecommunications network
• emergency services
• medical care

If you are near or around an affected area:

• exercise caution
• monitor local news and weather reports
• follow the instructions of local authorities, including evacuation orders

Information on evacuation centres – National Disaster Management Office

Cyclones and monsoon

The rainy (or monsoon) and cyclone seasons in the South Pacific are from November to April. Severe storms can cause flooding and landslides, which result in significant loss of life and extensive damage to infrastructure, and hamper the provision of essential services. Keep informed of regional weather forecasts, avoid disaster areas and follow the advice of local authorities.

• Tornadoes, cyclones, hurricanes, typhoons and monsoons
• Fiji Meteorological Service

Seismic activity

Fiji is located in an active seismic zone and is prone to earthquakes. Tsunamis may occur after a strong earthquake and can travel long distances across the Pacific Ocean.

Local services

Dial 911 for emergency assistance.

Consular assistance

American Samoa, Cook Islands, Fiji, French Polynesia, Kiribati, Niue, Samoa, Tokelau, Tonga, Tuvalu, Wallis and Futuna

For emergency consular assistance, call the High Commission of Canada in New Zealand and follow the instructions. At any time, you may also contact the Emergency Watch and Response Centre in Ottawa.

The decision to travel is your choice and you are responsible for your personal safety abroad. We take the safety and security of Canadians abroad very seriously and provide credible and timely information in our Travel Advice to enable you to make well-informed decisions regarding your travel abroad.

The content on this page is provided for information only. While we make every effort to give you correct information, it is provided on an "as is" basis without warranty of any kind, expressed or implied. The Government of Canada does not assume responsibility and will not be liable for any damages in connection to the information provided.

If you need consular assistance while abroad, we will make every effort to help you. However, there may be constraints that will limit the ability of the Government of Canada to provide services.

Learn more about consular services .

Risk Levels

  take normal security precautions.

Take similar precautions to those you would take in Canada.

  Exercise a high degree of caution

There are certain safety and security concerns or the situation could change quickly. Be very cautious at all times, monitor local media and follow the instructions of local authorities.

IMPORTANT: The two levels below are official Government of Canada Travel Advisories and are issued when the safety and security of Canadians travelling or living in the country or region may be at risk.

  Avoid non-essential travel

Your safety and security could be at risk. You should think about your need to travel to this country, territory or region based on family or business requirements, knowledge of or familiarity with the region, and other factors. If you are already there, think about whether you really need to be there. If you do not need to be there, you should think about leaving.

  Avoid all travel

You should not travel to this country, territory or region. Your personal safety and security are at great risk. If you are already there, you should think about leaving if it is safe to do so.

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By Kiwi.com May 17, 2022

By Kiwi.com | May 17, 2022

This article was published on May 17, 2022, and all the information in the article is correct as of this time. Before you book your trip, we highly recommend that you also check official sources for the most up-to-date travel requirements, as they are subject to constant change.

Can I enter Fiji? 

As of April 2022, you can enter Fiji . Nevertheless, please note that local COVID-19 restrictions are in place.

Can I enter Fiji if I am vaccinated?

You can enter Fiji if you are fully vaccinated. Fully-vaccinated means having had the recommended two doses of a recognized vaccine.

The following vaccines are recognized in Fiji:

• AstraZeneca
• Johnson and Johnson
• Nuvaxovid (Novavax)
• Coronavac (Sinovac)
• BBIBP-CorV (Sinopharm)

Travel documents if I am vaccinated

If you are vaccinated, you have to present:

• A certificate of full vaccination 
• A negative pre-departure COVID-19 test result (taken within the following period before your flight : PCR — 48 hours; RAT — 24 hours)  
• Proof of travel health insurance  
• Proof of a pre-booked on- arrival RAT

Can I enter Fiji if I am unvaccinated?

Please be aware that unvaccinated and unrecovered foreign travelers cannot enter Fiji. Only travelers below 18 years of age that are accompanied by fully vaccinated parents are exempt from this ban.

Travelers recovered from COVID-19 can enter Fiji on one of the following conditions:

• Travelers who have had COVID-19 within 30 days before their travel to Fiji must provide proof of the isolation period issued by a credible institution
• Travelers who have had COVID-19 more than 30 days prior to traveling to Fiji must provide a negative COVID-19 test result

Travel documents if I am unvaccinated

If you are unvaccinated but fall under an exception, you have to present:

• Proof of recovery from COVID-19 (if applicable)

Can I leave Fiji?

You can leave Fiji. Nevertheless, the country’s Ministry of Health stresses that no travel is safe during COVID-19.

Can I leave Fiji if I am vaccinated?

Vaccinated travelers can leave Fiji.

• A certificate of complete vaccination against COVID-19 in paper or electronic format

Please ensure to investigate the potential requirement of your destination country to present a negative COVID-19 test result in advance. 

Can I leave Fiji if I am unvaccinated?

Unvaccinated foreign travelers can leave Fiji. 

• A certificate of recovery from COVID-19 (no more than 180 days old before the day of crossing the border of a particular country)
• A negative COVID-19 test result (the relevant period and kind of test may vary, please check the requirements of the destination country )

COVID-19 situation in Fiji currently

Compared to previous months, the COVID-19 situation in Fiji is safe as of April 2022.

Is it safe to travel to Fiji right now?

International travel to Fiji is currently safe. More than 90% of the country’s population has been fully vaccinated. In addition, from April 2022, basic regulations about wearing masks in public and maintaining social distance have become optional.

Is Suva open for travel?

Currently, Suva is open for travelers. 

Do I have to go into quarantine if I go to Fiji?

From April 7, 2022, travelers are exempt from any quarantine requirements in Fiji.

How do I get a health pass to travel to Fiji?

At present, there is no standard travel health pass used in Fiji.

Useful link:

• Ministry of Health and Medical Services of Fiji: COVID-19 travel updates
• Traveling to Fiji during COVID-19
• Entry test to Fiji

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Local emergency contacts

Fire and rescue services

Medical emergencies

Always get a police report when you report a crime.

Your travel insurer should have a 24-hour emergency number.

Advice levels

Exercise normal safety precautions  in Fiji.

• Crime in Fiji includes robbery, theft, violent assault, sexual assault and home invasions. Most crime is opportunistic. The highest risk is in urban areas and at night. Be careful in downtown Suva after dark.
• Credit card fraud and ATM card skimming occur. Protect your PIN and be alert when using ATMs. Regularly check your card and bank statements for fraud.
• Avoid protests, street rallies and areas with military activity. Protests can occur with little warning and can turn violent. Local authorities sometimes set up checkpoints and close roads. Follow their advice and monitor media for updates.
• November to April is cyclone season, but cyclones may occur at other times. They can cause flooding and disrupt essential services. Know your accommodation’s evacuation plan. If a cyclone is approaching, find your nearest shelter and follow the advice of local authorities.
• Flooding is common, especially in downtown Nadi and on the Coral Coast. Floods can cut off road access, including to the airport. Follow the advice of local authorities.

Full travel advice: Safety

• Fiji has only one hyperbaric (decompression) chamber located in Suva. If you're diving, stay well within safety limits.
• There are risks of leptospirosis and mosquito-borne illnesses in Fiji. Make sure your vaccinations are up-to-date. Protect yourself against mosquito bites.
• Stay away from flooded rivers or creeks and wear footwear when outside. Monitor the Ministry of Health and Medical Services  website and  Facebook page for information and updates.
• Cases of typhoid, zika and dengue are present throughout Fiji. Medical care standards in Fiji aren't as high as in Australia. Medical facilities often lack services, equipment and drugs. You may have to pay up-front. If you're seriously ill or injured, you’ll need medical evacuation to Australia.

Full travel advice: Health

• Don't use or carry illegal drugs. Penalties include prison sentences, even for possessing small amounts of drugs.
• Fiji recognises dual nationality. Always travel on your Australian passport. If you're a dual national and you're arrested or detained, ask to contact the Australian High Commission.
• Outside of tourist areas, Fiji's dress standards are conservative. Take care not to offend.
• Same-sex relationships are legal, but some locals don't accept them. Consider limiting public displays of affection, especially in rural areas.

Full travel advice: Local laws

• If you're travelling from  certain countries , including Australia, you don't need a tourist visa for Fiji. 
• Before travelling to Fiji, check Fiji Immigration's  Entering Fiji page . 
• Entry and exit conditions can change at short notice. You should contact the nearest high commission/embassy or consulate of Fiji for the latest details.

Full travel advice: Travel

Local contacts

• The  Consular Services Charter  details what the Australian Government can and can't do to help you overseas.
• For consular help, contact the  Australian High Commission in Suva .
• To stay up to date with local information, follow the High Commission’s social media accounts.

Full travel advice: Local contacts

Full advice

Crime that occurs in Fiji includes:

• violent assault, including sexual assault
• home invasions

Most crime is opportunistic and is exacerbated by cost of living pressures in local communities. 

You're most at risk in urban areas and at night, including downtown Suva, Denarau Island and other tourist areas.

Be careful when visiting tourist attractions in Suva, including Colo-i-Suva. Be aware of your surroundings and keep your personal belongings secure.

Credit card fraud and use of skimming devices occurs.

To reduce your risk of becoming a victim:

• keep car windows up and doors locked, even when moving
• keep bags and valuables out of sight in vehicles
• don't carry excess cash and jewellery
• protect your PIN and be alert when using ATMs
• check through your credit card and bank statements for fraud
• where possible, use ATMs where a security guard is present

More information:

• Partying safely

Cyber security 

You may be at risk of cyber-based threats during overseas travel to any country. Digital identity theft is a growing concern. Your devices and personal data can be compromised, especially if you’re connecting to Wi-Fi, using or connecting to shared or public computers, or to Bluetooth.

Social media can also be risky in destinations where there are social or political tensions, or laws that may seem unreasonable by Australian standards. Travellers have been arrested for things they have said on social media. Don't comment on local or political events on your social media.

• Cyber security when travelling overseas

Civil unrest and political tension

Demonstrations and protests.

Avoid any protests, demonstrations, rallies, public gatherings and areas with military activity.

Although rare, public protests and events that draw large groups can turn violent. 

Follow the instructions of local authorities and monitor the media for updates.

Local authorities sometimes erect checkpoints and close roads. Follow their advice.

• Demonstrations and civil unrest

Terrorism is a threat worldwide.

Climate and natural disasters

Severe weather.

Fiji experiences natural disasters and severe weather , including:

• flooding and landslides
• earthquakes and tsunamis

Severe weather may affect regional sea ports.

In the event of severe weather or a natural disaster:

• always carry your passport in a waterproof bag
• keep in touch with family and friends
• check the media and other local sources for information
• follow the advice of local authorities
• know and follow your hotel or cruise ship evacuation plan

For details of weather conditions, including cyclones, check Fiji Meteorological Service .

• Fiji National Disaster Management Office
• World Meteorological Organisation Severe Weather Information Centre
• Global Disaster Alert and Coordination System

November to April is cyclone season, but cyclones may occur at other times.

A tropical cyclone's direction and strength can change quickly.

During and after a cyclone:

• adequate shelter may not be available
• flights from and to affected areas can be delayed or suspended
• available flights may fill quickly

If a cyclone is approaching, find your local shelter. In some areas, it may be hard to find sturdy cover. Follow the advice of local authorities.

For cyclone updates, check:

• Fiji Meteorological Service
• Fiji National Disaster Management Office Facebook page

Flooding is common in Fiji, especially in downtown Nadi and on the Coral Coast.

• Fiji NDMO Facebook  
• Fiji Meteorological Service 
• Fiji Roads Authority Facebook page

Earthquakes and tsunamis

Earthquakes and tsunamis can occur in Fiji.

Be alert to warnings. A tsunami can happen within minutes of a nearby tremor or earthquake.

If authorities issue a tsunami warning (by siren and/or news announcements), check with your accommodation provider about evacuation plans.

Move immediately to high ground if advised by local authorities or if you:

• feel a strong earthquake that makes it hard to stand up
• feel a weak, rolling earthquake that lasts a minute or more
• see a sudden rise or fall in sea level
• hear loud and unusual noises from the sea

Don't wait for official warnings. Once on high ground, monitor local media and follow local authorities' advice.

• Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre
• Travel insurance

Get comprehensive  travel insurance  before you leave.

Your policy needs to cover all overseas medical costs, including medical evacuation. The Australian Government won't pay for these costs.

If you can't afford travel insurance, you can't afford to travel. This applies to everyone, no matter how healthy and fit you are.

If you're not insured, you may have to pay many thousands of dollars up-front for medical care.

• what activities and care your policy covers
• that your insurance covers you for the whole time you'll be away

Cruise ship evacuations

In recent years, a number of Australians have had to evacuate from cruise ships to Lautoka and Suva for medical care.

Often, this is due to pre-existing medical conditions.

Declare any pre-existing conditions to your insurer.

Remember to extend your insurance if you extend your trip.

Physical and mental health

Consider your physical and mental health before you travel, especially if you have an existing medical condition. 

See your doctor or travel clinic to:

• have a basic health check-up
• ask if your travel plans may affect your health
• plan any vaccinations you need

Do this at least 8 weeks before you leave.

If you have immediate concerns for your welfare, or the welfare of someone you know, call the 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305 or contact your  nearest Australian Embassy, High Commission or Consulate  to discuss counselling hotlines and services available in your location.

• General health advice
• Healthy holiday tips  (Healthdirect Australia)

Not all medication available over the counter or by prescription in Australia is available in other countries. Some may even be considered illegal or a controlled substance, even if prescribed by an Australian doctor.

If you plan to bring medication, check if it's legal in Fiji. Take enough legal medication for your trip.

Always carry your prescription or a letter from your doctor stating:

• what the medication is
• your required dosage
• that it's for personal use only

Authorities may arrest you or confiscate restricted medication if you don't have the right documents.

Health risks

Current health risks.

There are cases of typhoid and leptospirosis in Fiji. Stay away from flooded rivers or creeks, and wear footwear when outside. Monitor the Ministry of Health and Medical Services  website and  Facebook page  for information and updates.

http://www.health.gov.fj/Fiji is also prone to mosquito-borne illnesses, including dengue and zika. Make sure your vaccinations are up-to-date before you go. Protect yourself against mosquito bites.

Fiji has experienced an outbreak of measles in the past. Make sure your vaccinations are up-to-date before you go.

Meningococcal disease

Meningococcal disease can often be fatal.

Get vaccinated before you travel.

If you notice a high fever, sensitivity to light or nausea, get medical treatment straight away.

• Meningococcal meningitis fact sheet

Kava, a traditional Pacific region drink, can be a health risk.

It can be dangerous if it reacts with:

• prescription medication, including antidepressants
• Kava fact sheet

Insect-borne illnesses

Fiji is prone to dengue and Zika virus outbreaks.

If you're pregnant, discuss your travel plans with your doctor and avoid affected areas.

Monitor local news for health updates.

To protect yourself from disease:

• make sure your accommodation is insect-proof
• use insect repellent
• wear long, loose, light-coloured clothing

Get medical help if you have a fever, muscle pain, rash or severe headache.

• Infectious diseases

Other health risks

Waterborne, foodborne and other infectious diseases are common. These include:

• leptospirosis
• tuberculosis

Serious outbreaks sometimes occur.

To protect yourself against illness:

• drink boiled water or bottled water with sealed lids
• avoid ice cubes
• avoid raw and undercooked food, such as salads

Get medical advice if you have a fever or diarrhoea.

Seafood toxins

Eating seafood can be a hazard.

Naturally occurring seafood toxins can make you ill, including:

• ciguatera fish poisoning
• scombroid (histamine fish poisoning)
• toxins in shellfish

Get urgent medical care if you suspect poisoning.

• Seafood poisoning

Medical care

Medical facilities.

Medical care standards in Fiji aren't as high as in Australia.

Hospitals and medical facilities can lack:

• extra services
• specialist equipment, including neonatal
• diagnostic equipment
• infection prevention control measures
• pharmaceuticals

Many hospitals provide only basic care.

Rescue and emergency services aren't as wide-ranging as they are in Australia.

In medical emergencies, hotels and resorts use public health facilities.

Before they admit patients, hospitals usually need:

• a payment guarantee
• confirmed medical insurance
• an up-front deposit

If you become seriously ill or have an accident, you may need to be evacuated to Australia. Medical evacuation can be very expensive. Ensure your travel insurance covers this.

Diving accidents

Fiji's only hyperbaric (decompression) chamber is at the Colonial War Memorial Hospital in Suva. 

You should dive well within safety limits.

Make sure your travel and health insurance covers you for diving-related costs.

You're subject to all local laws and penalties, including those that may appear harsh by Australian standards. Understand local laws before travelling.

If you're arrested or jailed, the Australian Government will do what it can to help you under our Consular Services Charter . But we can't get you out of trouble or out of jail.

Court proceedings can go on for a long time. The Australian Government can't influence the time this takes.

The police and military have detention, arrest and search powers.

You can go to jail for possession of any quantity of illegal drugs. This includes if you are:

• Carrying or using drugs
• Partying safely with drugs

Drunk and disorderly

You can be arrested for being drunk and disorderly, including while you’re at an airport or on a plane. You can be fined and detained if you cause damage to property or assault others, including first responders.

Australian laws

Some Australian criminal laws still apply when you're overseas. If you break these laws, you may face prosecution in Australia.

• Staying within the law and respecting customs

Dual citizenship

Fiji recognises dual nationality. Always travel on your Australian passport.

If you're a dual national and authorities arrest or detain you, ask to contact the Australian High Commission.

However, we may only be able to assist you in exceptional circumstances.

• Dual nationals

Local customs

Outside of tourist areas, the dress code in Fiji is conservative. Dress respectfully when visiting village areas.

Same-sex relationships are legal, but some locals have conservative attitudes towards them. Open displays of affection could offend locals, particularly in rural areas.

Take care not to offend.

• Advice for LGBTQIA+ travellers

Visas and border measures

Every country or territory decides who can enter or leave through its borders. For specific information about the evidence you'll need to enter a foreign destination, check with the nearest embassy, consulate or immigration department of the destination you're entering. 

Tourist visas

If you’re travelling from certain countries , including Australia, you don't need a tourist visa for Fiji. If your stay is less than 4 months, authorities will issue a visa when you arrive. 

To get a visa on arrival, you must show proof of booked accommodation and a return ticket.

Before travelling to Fiji, check Tourism Fiji's  Frequently asked questions about travelling to Fiji  page.

Entry and exit conditions can change at short notice. Contact the nearest embassy or consulate of Fiji for details about visas, currency, customs and quarantine rules.

Other visas

You may need a visa if you travel for other reasons. Contact the Fiji High Commission for more details.

• Fiji High Commission in Australia
• Fiji Department of Immigration

Strict customs rules apply for importing items, such as:

• sexually explicit material
• Fiji Revenue and Customs Service

Some countries won't let you enter unless your passport is valid for 6 months after you plan to leave that country. This can apply even if you're just transiting or stopping over.

Some foreign governments and airlines apply the rule inconsistently. Travellers can receive conflicting advice from different sources.

You can end up stranded if your passport is not valid for more than 6 months.

The Australian Government does not set these rules. Check your passport's expiry date before you travel. If you're not sure it'll be valid for long enough, consider getting a  new passport .

Lost or stolen passport

Your passport is a valuable document. It's attractive to people who may try to use your identity to commit crimes.

Some people may try to trick you into giving them your passport. Always keep it in a safe place.

If your passport is lost or stolen, let the Australian Government know as soon as possible:

• In Australia, contact the  Australian Passport Information Service

If you're overseas, contact the nearest  Australian embassy or consulate

Passport with 'X' gender identifier

Although Australian passports comply with international standards for sex and gender, we can't guarantee that a passport showing 'X' in the sex field will be accepted for entry or transit by another country. Contact the nearest  embassy, high commission or consulate of your destination  before you arrive at the border to confirm if authorities will accept passports with 'X' gender markers.

• LGBTQIA+ travellers

The local currency is the Fiji Dollar (FJD). ATMs are common in urban areas and large resorts. Carry cash when you travel to villages or remote areas. Local banks and ATMs will charge fees for cash withdrawals.

Not all retail outlets will accept credit cards. Those that do will charge a fee between 2-5%.

You can easily exchange Australian dollars for FJD.

You must declare:

• amounts of more than FJD5,000 (or equivalent) when you arrive in Fiji
• amounts of more than FJD10,000 (or equivalent) when you leave

This covers all forms of currency, not only cash.

Local travel

Severe weather  can affect tourist services, including roads and flights in and out of Fiji.

Local restrictions

Monitor the Fijian Government  Facebook page  for information and updates about restrictions and curfew hours.

• Fiji Ministry of Commerce, Trade, Tourism and Transport website

Tourism services or products

Transport and tour operators may not follow safety precautions. They may also not maintain their equipment to the standards you'd expect.

This includes operators of:

• adventure activities such as scuba diving, snorkelling, rafting and skydiving
• boats in rivers, coastal waters and between islands

Sometimes boats, rafts and kayaks don't have enough life jackets.

If you plan to do a tour or adventure activity:

• check that your insurance policy covers the activity
• before booking, check the operator's safety history and their safety equipment
• use only well-known and registered operators
• ask about and insist on minimum safety requirements
• always use the safety equipment, even if others don't

If you aren't given safety gear, or it's not in usable condition, use another provider.

Driving permit

Always carry your Australian driver's licence.

You can hire vehicles and drive in Fiji using your Australian driver's licence for the first 6 months after your arrival.  After that, you'll need to apply for a Fijian driver's licence at a local Land Transport Authority office.

If you want to ride a motorbike, check if your licence covers you for this. Driving without the correct licence can void your insurance.

If you want to drive a boat, check if your licence covers you for this.

• Fiji Land Transport Authority

Road travel

If you drive in Fiji, take care. Driving is most risky at night due to:

• poor street lighting
• stray animals
• poor road quality
• Driving or riding

Taxi quality varies.

The Land Transport Authority (LTA) licenses taxis.

Only use licensed taxis, which have yellow registration plates. Look out for the LT or LH registrations on the license plate. LT plates are metered taxis. LH taxis have fixed distance rates. 

Before you catch a taxi, make sure you have cash (Fiji dollars) for payments and that their meter is turned on. Be aware some taxis only have a seatbelt in the front passenger seat. You may need to plan ahead to book a taxi with front and rear seatbelts. 

Public transport

The LTA licenses some, but not all, minibuses. Unlicensed minibuses may not have insurance.

Only use those with yellow number plates that have been LTA-approved. 

• Transport and getting around safely

Before boarding any boat or ship, check the operator's credentials and safety equipment. 

Make sure your insurance policy covers you for sea travel.

Don't travel on a sea vessel that is over capacity.

• Travelling by boat

DFAT doesn't provide information on the safety of individual commercial airlines or flight paths.

Check  Fiji's air safety profile  with the Aviation Safety Network.

Emergencies

Depending on what you need, contact your:

• family and friends
• travel agent
• insurance provider

Consular contacts

Read the Consular Services Charter for what the Australian Government can and can't do to help you overseas.

Australian High Commission, Suva

37 Princes Road Tamavua Suva, Fiji

Phone: +679 338 2211 Fax: +679 338 2065 Website: fiji.embassy.gov.au Facebook: Australia in Fiji X: @AusHCFJ

Check the High Commission website for details about opening hours and any temporary closures.

24-hour Consular Emergency Centre

In a consular emergency, if you can't contact the Australian High Commission, call the 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on:

• +61 2 6261 3305 from overseas
• 1300 555 135 in Australia

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Visa Category Footnotes

The validity of A-3, G-5, and NATO 7 visas may not exceed the validity of the visa issued to the person who is employing the applicant. The "employer" would have one of the following visa classifications:

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An E-1 and E-2 visa may be issued only to a principal alien who is a national of a country having a treaty, or its equivalent, with the United States. E-1 and E-2 visas may not be issued to a principal alien if he/she is a stateless resident or national of a country without a treaty.  *When the spouse and children of an E-1 or E-2 principal alien are accorded derivative E-1 or E-2 status and are themselves a national of a country that does not have a treaty with the United States – the reciprocity schedule, including any reciprocity fees, of the principal alien’s country of nationality should be used.  **Spouse and children of an E-1 or E-2 visa principal applicant, where the spouse and children are also nationals of a country that has a treaty with the United States – the reciprocity schedule, including any reciprocity fees, of the spouse and children’s country of nationality should be used.  

*Example 1: John Doe is a national of Country A that has an E-1/E-2 treaty with the U.S. however his wife and child are nationals of Country B which has no treaty with the U.S. The wife and child would, therefore, be entitled to derivative status and receive the same reciprocity as John Doe, the principal visa holder. **Example 2:  Mike Doe is a national of Country Y that has an E-1/E-2 treaty with the U.S. however his wife and child are nationals of Country Z that also has a treaty with the U.S. The wife and child would, therefore, be entitled to derivative status and receive the reciprocity issued to nationals of Country Z.

The validity of H-1 through H-3, O-1 and O-2, P-1 through P-3, and Q visas may not exceed the period of validity of the approved petition or the number of months shown, whichever is less.

Under 8 CFR §214.2, H-2A and H-2B petitions may generally only be approved for nationals of countries that the Secretary of Homeland Security has designated as participating countries. The current list of eligible countries is available on USCIS's website for both H-2A and H-2B visas. Nationals of countries not on this list may be the beneficiary of an approved H-2A or H2-B petition in limited circumstances at the discretion of the Department of Homeland Security if specifically named on the petition.  

Derivative H-4, L-2, O-3, and P-4 visas, issued to accompanying or following-to-join spouses and children, may not exceed the validity of the visa issued to the principal alien.

There is no reciprocity fee for the issuance of a J visa if the alien is a United States Government grantee or a participant in an exchange program sponsored by the United States Government.

Also, there is no reciprocity fee for visa issuance to an accompanying or following-to-join spouse or child (J-2) of an exchange visitor grantee or participant.

In addition, an applicant is eligible for an exemption from the MRV fee if he or she is participating in a State Department, USAID, or other federally funded educational and cultural exchange program (program serial numbers G-1, G-2, G-3 and G-7).

However, all other applicants with U.S. Government sponsorships, including other J-visa applicants, are subject to the MRV processing fee.

Under the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), Canadian and Mexican nationals coming to engage in certain types of professional employment in the United States may be admitted in a special nonimmigrant category known as the "trade NAFTA" or "TN" category. Their dependents (spouse and children) accompanying or following to join them may be admitted in the "trade dependent" or "TD" category whether or not they possess Canadian or Mexican nationality. Except as noted below, the number of entries, fees and validity for non-Canadian or non-Mexican family members of a TN status holder seeking TD visas should be based on the reciprocity schedule of the TN principal alien.

Canadian Nationals

Since Canadian nationals generally are exempt from visa requirement, a Canadian "TN' or "TD" alien does not require a visa to enter the United States. However, the non-Canadian national dependent of a Canadian "TN", unless otherwise exempt from the visa requirement, must obtain a "TD" visa before attempting to enter the United States. The standard reciprocity fee and validity period for all non-Canadian "TD"s is no fee, issued for multiple entries for a period of 36 months, or for the duration of the principal alien's visa and/or authorized period of stay, whichever is less. See 'NOTE' under Canadian reciprocity schedule regarding applicants of Iranian, Iraqi or Libyan nationality.

Mexican Nationals

Mexican nationals are not visa-exempt. Therefore, all Mexican "TN"s and both Mexican and non-Mexican national "TD"s accompanying or following to join them who are not otherwise exempt from the visa requirement (e.g., the Canadian spouse of a Mexican national "TN") must obtain nonimmigrant visas.

Applicants of Iranian, Iraqi, Libyan, Somalian, Sudanese, Syrian or Yemeni nationality, who have a permanent resident or refugee status in Canada/Mexico, may not be accorded Canadian/Mexican reciprocity, even when applying in Canada/Mexico. The reciprocity fee and period for "TD" applicants from Libya is $10.00 for one entry over a period of 3 months. The Iranian and Iraqi "TD" is no fee with one entry over a period of 3 months.

Q-2 (principal) and Q-3 (dependent) visa categories are in existence as a result of the 'Irish Peace Process Cultural and Training Program Act of 1998'. However, because the Department anticipates that virtually all applicants for this special program will be either Irish or U.K. nationals, the Q-2 and Q-3 categories have been placed only in the reciprocity schedules for those two countries. Q-2 and Q-3 visas are available only at the Embassy in Dublin and the Consulate General in Belfast.

No S visa may be issued without first obtaining the Department's authorization.

V-2 and V-3 status is limited to persons who have not yet attained their 21st birthday. Accordingly, the period of validity of a V-2 or V-3 visa must be limited to expire on or before the applicant's twenty-first birthday.

Posts may not issue a T-1 visa. A T-1 applicant must be physically present in the United States, American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands or a U.S. port of entry, where he/she will apply for an adjustment of status to that of a T-1. The following dependents of a T-1 visa holder, however, may be issued a T visa at a U.S. consular office abroad:

• T-2 (spouse)
• T-3 (child)
• T-4 (parent)

The validity of NATO-5 visas may not exceed the period of validity of the employment contract or 12 months, whichever is less.

The validity of CW-1 and CW-2 visas shall not exceed the maximum initial period of admission allowed by DHS (12 months) or the duration of the transition period ending December 31, 2014, whichever is shortest.

The validity of E-2C visas shall not exceed the maximum initial period of admission allowed by DHS (24 months) or the duration of the transition period ending December 31, 2014, whichever is shortest.

General Documents

Please check the individual document categories below. 

General Issuing Authority Information: The Registrar General office of the Ministry of Justice in Suva is the issuing authority for birth, death, and marriage records.  Births, deaths, and marriages are also registered and issued at two other divisional offices, in Lautoka (Western Division) and Labasa (Northern Division). Ten additional district offices have registration and issuing authority: Savusavu, Nabouwalu, Rakiraki, Ba, Nadi, Sigatoka, Navua, Nausori, Korovou, and Levuka.     

Birth, Death, Burial Certificates

Fees:  New birth registrations (registered within a year) are free, with a birth certificate issuance cost of FJD$2.20.  Late birth registration (registered one year or later after birth) involves a penalty fee of FJD$10.90, including birth certificate issuance.

Document Name: Birth registration/certificate

Issuing Authority:

Suva Registrar of Births, Deaths and Marriages Office Ground Floor, Suvavou House Victoria Parade, Suva Telephone – (679) 331-5280 Web –  bdm.gov.fj  

Special Seal(s) / Color / Format:   The certificates are generally printed electronically on sage green paper with the official seal and signature of the Registrar General issuing officer at the bottom right of the certificate.  The top left of the certificate has a triangle with a Fijian Iri (hand fan), and a registration number is located at the top right of the certificate.  The number on the top right in red ink is the document control number.     

Issuing Authority Personnel Title:   The Registrar-General/Assistant Registrar-General

Registration Criteria:

The informant must provide:

• Notification of birth document from hospital or health center
• Valid ID of the informant
• Statutory Declaration of paternity by father if parents are not married
• Both parents should be present to sign

Requirements for birth registration for children ten years and above:

• Notification of birth from hospital
• Confirmatory letter from last school attended
• Vola ni Kawa (VKB) or Native Land Commission registry information for i-Taukei citizens (VKB information includes a person’s birth lineage including their native province, village, tikina, yavusa, mataqali, tokatoka (clan/tribe)
• Parents’ marriage certificate
• 1 current passport size photograph of the child
• Statutory Declaration of informant/parent(s) registering the child
• Valid ID of informant/parent(s) registering the child
• Both parents should be present to sign  

Procedure for Obtaining: The applicant must present a valid ID. A parent must accompany an underage applicant.  To request another person’s birth certificate, a third person must provide an authorization statement with ID copy of the registrant.

Certified Copies Available: Certified copies are available.

Alternate Documents: There are no alternate documents.

Exceptions: None

Comments: Complete records date back to the year 1875. A full register with names of siblings is available.  For searches, the fee is FJD$1.15.

Death/Burial  

Fees: FJD$2.20

Document Name:  Death Registration / Death Certificate

Suva Registrar of Births, Deaths and Marriages Office Ground Floor, Suvavou House Victoria Parade Suva Telephone – (679) 331-5280 Web –  bdm.gov.fj  

Special Seal(s) / Color / Format: The certificates are generally printed electronically on sage green paper with the official seal and signature of the Registrar General at the bottom right of certificate.  The top right of the certificate will have the registration number.  The body of the certificate is divided into four parts.  The first row will contain the deceased’s biographic information including surname, given names, gender, place and date of birth, age at death, and father and mother’s names.  The second row will contain information pertaining to the i-Taukei Vola Ni Kawabula or Native Land Commission registry information; this information includes the province, village, tikina, yavusa, mataqali and tokatoka of the deceased.  The third row will contain the full names of the deceased’s spouse and issues (children) of marriage.  The fourth row will contain information relating to date of death, place of death, cause of death, name of the medical attendant, date and place of burial, name of the religious minister/priest and the name of the informant.

Issuing Authority Personnel Title: The Registrar-General/Assistant Registrar-General

Registration Criteria: Medical Certificate of Cause of Death from hospital/attending physician Information of the deceased: name, date of birth, parents’ names, spouse’s name and date of birth (if married), children’s names and dates of births (if applicable).

Procedure for Obtaining: An applicant must present ID.  If under age 18, then a parent must accompany.

Alternate Documents: Police report of death, burial, or cremation; inquests/orders from courts; and Statutory Declaration from next of kin may be used to register death.

Exceptions : None

Comments: Complete records date back to the year 1875.  A full register with names of the surviving spouse and children is available.  Burial certificates are unavailable.

Marriage, Divorce Certificates

Marriage certificates.

Fees : FJD$5.45 (Standard Certificate), FJD$14.90 (Tapa Design Certificate)

Document Name : Marriage Registration/Marriage Certificate

Suva Registrar of Births, Deaths and Marriages Office Ground Floor, Suvavou House Victoria Parade Suva Telephone – (+679) 331-5280 Web –  bdm.gov.fj  

Special Seal(s) / Color / Format: The Standard Certificates are generally printed electronically on sage green paper.  The top left of the certificate will have the foil number.  The top center of the certificate will have the date and venue of the marriage.  The registration number is located at the bottom left of the certificate.  The official seal and signature of the Registrar General is at the bottom right of certificate.

Tapa Design marriage certificates are formatted and printed on matte (not glossy) off-white/cream paper with “Certificate of Marriage Fiji” in calligraphy font in black ink printed at the top; the Fijian coat of arms appears in color in the middle; brown tapa print design borders the four sides of the certificate.  A blue wet seal appears in the bottom right next to the signature line of the Registrar.  The marriage details are added using a laser printer.

Registration Criteria: Birth Certificate for both, 1 recent passport size photo for both, Valid ID

Single Status Letter/Free to Marry notarized statement required for:

• Non-residents marrying in Fiji
• Non-resident marrying a Fiji citizen
• Former citizens of Fiji with two years or more residency abroad

Statutory Declaration: for former citizens of Fiji, and citizens of Fiji living abroad for less than two years on work visas Prior Divorce certificate (if applicable) Death certificate (if either party’s previous spouse is deceased) Name of Marriage Officer/Denomination (if applying for Special License to marry) Fees – around FJD$20  

Procedure for Obtaining:   Applicant must present ID. If a third party is requesting a certificate, an authorization letter from the subject with copy of the subject’s ID must be provided.

Comments: Foreigners who marry at resorts and hotels in Fiji must ensure that the marriage celebrant registers the marriage with the Office of the Registrar of Births, Deaths and Marriages.

Divorce Certificates

Fees:   There is a fee for this service.

Document Name: Certificate of Final Dissolution

Issuing Authority: Family Division of the Magistrate’s Court where the proceedings were held and the decision issued.

Judicial Department – Registry Family Court P.O. Box 2215 Government Buildings Suva, Fiji Telephone: (679) 321-1811 Web –  judiciary.gov.fj  

Special Seal(s) / Color / Format: The Coat of Arms for Fiji is located at the top center of the decree.

Issuing Authority Personnel Title: Family court judge/magistrate

Registration Criteria: To legally divorce, the couple must be separated for 12 months before formally applying for a divorce.  To apply for a divorce, a couple must file at the nearest Court Registry.

Divorce is granted in two stages:

• Step 1 - if a couple has met all the requirements and if the Court is satisfied that proper arrangements have been made for any children under 18 years, the Court will grant a Conditional Order.  However, in some circumstances, the Court can also grant a Conditional Order even though the Court is not satisfied that proper arrangements have been made for the children.
• Step 2 - A Final Order will be issued by the Court one month and one day after the date of the Conditional Order.  A person can re-marry after the Final Order is granted.  

Procedure for Obtaining: An applicant can request a divorce certificate from the court registry office.

Certified Copies Available: Certified copies are available

Alternate Documents: There are no alternate documents

Comments: None

Adoption Certificates

Fees:  There is a fee for this service.

Document Name:   Adoption Order

Issuing Authority:  Family Division of the Magistrate’s Court in the city or town where the adoption was finalized

Special Seal(s) / Color / Format:  The certificates are generally printed electronically on off white paper with the official Seal of the Court and signature of the Magistrate at the bottom center of the order.  The adoption case number  is located at the top right of the order.

Issuing Authority Personnel Title: Magistrate, Family Division of the Magistrate’s Court

Registration Criteria: Once the adoption is granted by the Magistrate’s Court, an Adoption Order is issued to the Office of the Registrar General and to the petitioning party.  The adoptive parents will need to take this order to the Office of the Registrar General to apply for the child’s new birth certificate that will contain the names of the adoptive parents.

Procedure for Obtaining :  Available from:

Family Division of the Magistrate’s Court in Suva:

Government Buildings, Suva Telephone: +679 – 321 1811/321 1318 Fax: +679 – 331 9603

Family Division of the Magistrate’s Court in Nausori:

Level 1, 3 Kings Investment Bldg Main Street, Nausori Telephone: +679 – 340 0006 Fax: +679 – 340 0019

Family Division of the Magistrate’s Court in Labasa:

Telephone: +679 – 881 8924 Fax: +679 – 881 8921

Family Division of the Magistrate’s Court in Lautoka:

Tavewa Avenue, Lautoka Telephone: + 679 – 666 0016 Fax: + 679 – 665 0444

Family Division of the Magistrate’s Court in Nadi:

Koroivolu Avenue, Nadi Town Telephone: +679 – 670 1322 Fax: +679 – 670 0918  

Alternate Documents:  There are no alternate documents.

Exceptions:  None

Comments:  Page 1 of the Adoption Order will list the name(s), address, and occupation(s) of the the relinquishing parent(s); the  names, address, and occupations of the adopting parents; the name of the child being adopted; instructions from the Court to the Office of the Registrar General regarding the adoption; and information regarding the proceedings, the signature of the judge, and the place and date of final order.  Page 2 of the Adoption Order will contain  a schedule showing the date and place of the birth of the adopted child; the full name of the child; gender, full names, address, and occupations of the adopters; and the date, adoption order and description of the court which made the order.  Page 3 will contain the adoption case number, the names of the applicants and respondents, the seal of the Family Division of the Magistrate’s Court, and the final date of the Adoption Order.

Identity Card

Unavailable: Fiji does not have national identity cards.

Police, Court, Prison Records

Court records.

Fees: There is a fee for this service.

Document Name: Certificate of Proceedings

Issuing Authority: The registry of the court where the court proceedings were held and decision issued.

Judicial Department – Registry Magistrate’s Court P.O.Box 2215 Government Buildings Suva, Fiji Telephone: (679) 321-1623 Web –  judiciary.gov.fj  

Special Seal(s) / Color / Format: The certificates are generally printed electronically on white paper with the seal of the Magistrate’s Court, signature of the Court Officer, and location located at the bottom center of the form.

Issuing Authority Personnel Title:   Magistrate’s Court Officer

Registration Criteria: The Registrar of the court where the proceedings were held and decision issued registers all court records.

Procedure for Obtaining: Applicants must write to the Court Clerk where the proceedings were held and decision issued and pay a processing fee to request a copy of their court records.

Comments: The Certificate of Court Proceedings will contain the following information:

The location of the court where the proceedings were held and decision issued; The criminal/civil case number; Names of the applicant and respondent; Date of hearing, statement of offence, and order/penalty issued by the court; Date and place of of issuance or re-issuance of the  Certificate of Court Proceedings.

Police Records

Document Name:  Fiji Police Certificate/Record

Issuing Authority: Fiji Police Force Intelligence Bureau and Fiji Police Criminal Records Office.

Special Seal(s) / Color / Format:  The certificates are generally printed electronically on white paper with the seal of the Fiji Police Force Intelligence Bureau and signature of the Officer in Charge located at the top of the form and seal of the Fiji Police Criminal Records Office and signature of the Officer in Charge located at the bottom of the form.  Both stamps must be present for a certificate to be considered complete.  If the subject does not have a previous record, these stamps will be blue in color and state “No Adverse Record.”  If the subject does have a previous record, the stamps will be red and state “Adverse Record,” with an additional page attached detailing the charge and disposition.  A stamp of the police station, receipt number, and date of request will be located at the top left of the form.

Issuing Authority Personnel Title:  Fiji Police Force Intelligence Bureau Officer in Charge and Fiji Police Criminal Records Office Officer in Charge.

Registration Criteria:  Adverse records are registed by the Fiji Police Criminal Records Office based on the court decisions received from the Magistrate, High Court or Court of Appeals.

Procedure for Obtaining: Police records are available from the year 1875 and are issued by writing to:

Director, Criminal Investigation Department, or the Officer-in-Charge, Criminal Records Department P.O. Box 239, Police Headquarters, Suva, Fiji. Web: police.gov.fj

In the application, the applicant must authorize the Fiji police to inform the United States Embassy/Consulate at (CITY) in writing of the complete details of any police record.  The Fiji police will send the records directly to the U.S. embassy or consulate specified by the applicant.  The applicant must also submit a set of fingerprints taken on Form FD-258. Fingerprints can be taken at any local police station.  Applicants will need to submit the completed form, fingerprint card, copy of their passport, birth certificate, and if married, their marriage certificate, and name change document (if applicable).

The following information should be provided by the applicant in the initial application.  Descriptive information should follow in this order:

• Full name and aliases, if any
• Father's and mother's full names
• Date and place of birth
• Color of eyes
• Color of hair
• Nationality
• Present/former residential and business addresses
• Passport number, and date and place of issuance
• Marital status
• Spouse's name (if married)

Certified Copies Available:  Certified copies are not available.

Comments : Applicants can apply in person at their nearest police station.  

Prison Records

Fees: There is a fee for this service .

Document Name: Prison Record

The Superintendent of Prisons, Suva Fiji Corrections Service Corrections Headquarters Fiji Employee Union Building Gordon Street, Suva Telephone: (+679) 330-3512

Special Seal(s) / Color / Format: The certificates are printed electronically on white paper with the seal of the Fiji Corrections Service and signature of the Commissioner of Prisons located at the bottom right of the form.  The Fiji Coat of Arms is located at the top center of the form.  The date of the request will be located at the top left of the form.  The body of the form will contain details including the applicant’s full name and all know aliases, the applicant’s date and place of birth, the names of the applicant’s father and mother, and current or last known addresses.  

Issuing Authority Personnel Title: Commissioner of Prisons

Registration Criteria: The Officer in Charge records the biographic details of all new inmates during admission.

Procedure for Obtaining: An a pplication for a prison record must be made in person at the Fiji Corrections Service Headquarters.

Certified Copies Available: Certified copies are not available.

Comments: Prison records are available from the year 1879.

Military Records

Fees: There are no fees.

Document Name: Letter of Confirmation

Issuing Authority: Military records are issued and certified by the Commandant, Fiji Defence Force, Suva.

Republic of Fiji Military Forces 4A 4B Berkley Crescent. Suva Telephone: (+679) 331 3799 Fax:(+679) 331-3799 Web:   rfmf.mil.fj

Special Seal(s) / Color / Format: The Letter of Confirmation is printed electronically on white paper with the official letterhead of the Republic of Fiji Military Forces.  The letter has the  insignia of the Republic of Fiji Military Forces and “Republic of Fiji Military Forces” printed in red at the top of the letter.  The body of the letter will contain information including the applicant’s badge number, rank and full name, date of enlistment, and current posting.  It will also contain information relating to the applicant’s place and dates of tours and missions abroad and awards/recognition received while serving abroad.  The letter will be signed by the Commanding Officer, Republic of Fiji Military Forces Strategic Headquarters.

Issuing Authority Personnel Title: Commanding Officer, Republic of Fiji Military Forces Strategic Headquarters

Registration Criteria: Retired and serving personnel can request a Letter of Confirmation of Service

Procedure for Obtaining: Applicants should contact Fiji military command for instructions.

Comments: Complete records are available from the year 1924.

Passports & Other Travel Documents

Types Available: Ordinary Passport, Diplomatic Passport, Certificate of Identity

Fees: FJD$76 for an ordinary passport

Document Name: Ordinary Passport/Diplomatic Passport/Emergency Passport/Certificate of Identity

Issuing Government Authority: Department of Immigration

Fiji Immigration Department Rodwell Road Suva Telephone: (+679) 331-2622 Web:  immigration.gov.fj  

Special Seal(s) / Color / Format: Ordinary Passport – turquoise blue cover. Valid for ten years.

• Diplomatic Passport – Scarlet red cover. Issued to the President and spouse, Prime Minister and spouse, government ministers, and government officials working in diplomatic missions abroad.  Generally valid for ten years, but validity may be limited to a term of appointment.
• Certificate of Identity (CI) – May be issued to facilitate emergency travel, and can be issued to non-citizens.  Generally valid for a single trip only.  

Issuing Authority Personnel Title: Director of Immigration

Registration Criteria: There are no registration criteria.

Procedure for Obtaining: Requirements for a new Ordinary Passport:

• completed application form
• original birth certificate (full extract)
• marriage certificate, for any applicable change of name by marriage
• 2 passport size color photographs (certified and signed by the same person witnessing the form)
• valid photo identification card
• FJD$72.00 fee  

Requirements for renewal of expired Ordinary Passport:

• 2 passport size color photographs (certified and signed by the same person witnessing the form)
• previous passport book

Requirements for replacement of a lost but valid Ordinary Passport:

• police report
• statutory declaration form
• FJD$180.00 fee  

Alternate Documents: Certificate of Identity (CI) – May be issued to facilitate emergency travel, and can be issued to non-citizens.  Generally valid for a single trip only.

Comments: Fiji’s passports include an ICAO-compliant Machine Readable Zone (MRZ) at the bottom of the bio-data page. The passports have basic UV features and watermarks.  A photo and signature is affixed to the passport and covered by a laminate.  

Other Records

Available : Only to indigenous Fijians from the Native Lands Commission

Fees: There may be a fee for this service.

Document Name: i-Taukei Vola Ni Kawabula

Ministry of i-Taukei Affairs 87 Queen Elizabeth Drive TTF Complex Web: itaukeiaffairs.gov.fj Email: [email protected] Telephone: (+679) 310 0909 Fax: (+679) 331 2530/331 7077  

Special Seal(s) / Color / Format: There are no special seals, colors, or formats.

Issuing Authority Personnel Title: Chairman, i-Taukei Lands and Fisheries Commission

Registration Criteria: The applicant’s grandparents or parents can register the applicant. The applicant must be a full blooded i-Taukei (indigenous Fijian) and meet one of the following criteria:

• Both the biological mother and biological father are i-Taukei
• The biological father is an i-Taukei
• The mother is an i-Taukei and the child was born out of wedlock.  

Procedure for Obtaining: Applicants must contact the Ministry of i-Taukei Affairs to make an appointment to visit the Office of the i-Taukei Lands and Fisheries Commission. A strict conservative dress code is enforced and must be respected.  Original records are kept in ledgers and are not released; however, copies of entries may be requested for a minimal fee.

• Visa Issuing Posts

Post Title:  Suva, Fiji  (Embassy)

158 Princes Road P.O. Box 218 Suva, Fiji

Phone Number:  (+679) 331-4466

Comments / Additional Information:  Although care has been taken to ensure the accuracy, completeness and reliability of the information provided, please contact the U.S Embassy or Consulate where you plan to apply if you believe this information is in error or if you have further questions.

Visa Services

The U.S. Embassy in Suva, Fiji provides all visa services for Fiji and the following areas:

• French Polynesia

New Caledonia

• Wallis and Futuna Islands

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