Fiji

Travel information

Basics

Fiji


Fiji is located in Melanesia.

Official languages are Fiji Hindi, Fijian and English. Fiji uses metric system (kilograms, centimeters, °C). Time zone is UTC+12:00 with daylight saving time.

Sockets & plugs

Fiji uses 240V, 50Hz with socket and plug Type I.


Sockets & plugs - Type I
Type I

Money

Currency

Fiji uses the Fijian dollar (symbol: $), code FJD.

Banknotes come in denominations of 100, 50, 20, 10 and 5 dollars. Dollar is subdivided into 100 cents. Coins come in denominations of 2 and 1 dollars and 50, 20, 10 and 5 cents.


Tipping

Not expected, but can leave extra tip

Tipping is usually not expected in Fiji. However, if you are satisfied with the service provided you can show your appreciation by leaving a small ‘extra’ tip.


ATMs

Common

Automatic teller machines (local name: ATM) are common in Fiji. You can usually find them in both large & small cities.

You do not need a chip & PIN card to use an ATM — your standard magnetic card will work fine.


Communications

Internet

Internet speed in Fiji is on average 5.2 Mbps.

WiFi

WiFi coverage in Fiji is low. It is not as easy to find one.


Mobile phone

You can buy a SIM card for about 8.32 FJD, which includes 1 GB of data plan. You can choose from 2 telecoms: Digicel or Vodafone.

Mobile phones

Fiji uses GSM mobile networks GSM 900.

Roaming

If you don't want to buy SIM card in Fiji upon arrival, make sure to check the roaming charges with your telecom provider before your departure so there are no surprises when you return home.

Dial code

+679

To call Fiji, dial +, then 679 (the country code for Fiji), then the area code and the local number.

International call
+ 679 1234567
Local call
1234567

Health & safety

LGBTIQ+

Sexuality, marriage & acceptance

Homosexuality is legal in Fiji.

Same-sex marriage is illegal.

Homosexuality
Legal
Marriage
Illegal

Vaccinations

Vaccinations listed are recommended

The following vaccinations listed for this country are recommended for your protection and to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.


Hepatitis A
Routine immunizations
Typhoid fever

These apply only to select travelers or persons on work assignments.

Hepatitis B
Rabies
Yellow Fever

Other

Emergency numbers

Universal
911
Police
911
Ambulance
911
Fire department
911