Passport/Visa | Passport Required? | Visa Required? | Return Ticket Required? |
| British | Yes | No | Yes |
| Australian | Yes | No | Yes |
| Canadian | Yes | No | Yes |
| USA | Yes | No | Yes |
| Other EU | Yes | No/1 | Yes |
Passport NoteAll visitors must
hold onward or return tickets and sufficient funds to cover stay. Permit/visa duration largely depends on these factors.
PassportsPassport valid for at least six months beyond intended period of stay required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.
VisasNot required by all nationals referred to in the chart above who are issued a visitor’s permit on arrival except:
(a)
1. nationals of Lithuania who
do need a visa;
(b) transit passengers continuing their journey to a third country within three hours, provided holding valid onward or return documentation and not leaving the airport.
Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see
General Info).
Visa NoteVisitors permits are issued for stays of up to four months for tourist purposes and for stays of up to 14 days for business purposes.
Types of Visa and CostSingle-entry: £45.
Multiple-entry: £80.
ValidityVisas are valid for stays of up to three months, but can be extended on application to: Immigration Department, Level 3, Suvavou House, Victoria Parade, Suva (
street address);
or PO Box 2224, Government Buildings, Suva, Fiji (
postal address) (tel: 331 2622).
Applications to:Consular section of high commission or embassy; see
General Info.
Working Days RequiredSeven to 21 days.
WarningTravelers should exercise caution when traveling to Fiji, particularly in urban areas. On 5 December 2006, the Fiji Military Commander announced that he had assumed control of the country.
Public Emergency Regulations (State of Emergency) have been imposed twice and were lifted again on 5 October but Police checkpoints remain in place at night in major centers. Since 3 November 2007, the military and Police have detained a number of people alleged to be plotting to overthrow the Interim Government. Visitors should keep themselves aware of any changes in the status of the Regulations.
There remains a potential for civil unrest following the military coup. All military or political rallies and large gatherings of people should be avoided, as should openly discussing political issues. Visitors should also keep themselves informed of developments.
Travelers should ensure that they are comfortable with, and regularly review their own and their family’s security arrangements. Travelers should also consider how to leave Fiji quickly should the security situation deteriorate.
The threat from terrorism in Fiji is low, but travelers should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate terrorist attacks, which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.
Penalties for possession of any amount of marijuana carry a mandatory prison sentence.
Tropical cyclones are common in Fiji from the beginning of November until the end of April.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice:
British Foreign and Commonwealth Office Tel: (0845) 850 2829.
Website:
www.fco.gov.uk US Department of State
Website:
http://travel.state.gov/travel Health | Special Precautions | Certificate Required? |
| Diphtheria | Sometimes | |
| Hepatitis A | Yes | |
| Malaria | No | |
| Rabies | No | |
| Tetanus | Yes | |
| Typhoid | Yes | |
| Yellow Fever | No* | |
Health CareThe main hospitals are located in Ba, Labasa, Lautoka, Levuka, Savusavu, Sigatoka, Suva and Taveuni, with health centers elsewhere throughout the islands. There is a private hospital in Suva that provides Western-style medical care and maintains the Fiji Decompression Chamber. Doctors and hospitals expect immediate cash payment for health services.
Note* A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from travelers over one year of age arriving within 10 days of leaving infected areas.
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