Fiji is a popular holiday destination and its visa policy reflects that. Most of the world can travel to Fiji visa-free and the rest can apply for a standardized tourist visa online or at a Fijian embassy. All visitors are allowed to stay up to a generous 4 months!
Quick summary:
- Fiji offers visa exemption to 110 countries
- Rest can apply for a Fiji visa either online or at a Fijian embassy
- Fiji tourist visa is either single-entry or multiple-entry, allowed to stay up to 4 months
This article examines Fiji’s visa policy, eligibility and visa requirements for tourists.
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Visa Policy and Visa Types
Nationals of 110 countries are visa-exempt to visit Fiji. All others must obtain a visa before arrival.
Two types of tourist visas exist: Single Entry and Multiple Entry.
| Visa Type | Eligibility | Cost | Validity | Entries Allowed | Visitor’s Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exemption | 110 countries | Free | – | 1 | 4 months |
| Single Entry | All | 95.10 FJD | 3 months | 1 | 4 months |
| Multiple Entry | All | 189.15 FJD | 12 months | Unlimited | 4 months |
Visitor’s Permits are extendable once for an additional 2 months for a fee of 95.10 FJD.
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Visa Requirements
All travelers entering Fiji must:
- Have a passport valid for 6 months after the date of entry
- Show a return or onward ticket
- Have enough funds
- Meet the health requirements
- Meet the character requirements
Health requirements
All travelers entering Fiji must meet certain health requirements. You must not have a disease or condition that:
- Is a threat to the Fijian public
- Requires significant health care
- Requires specific health care that’s already in shortage
Character requirements
All travelers entering Fiji must meet certain character requirements. You must prove that you will not:
- Engage in criminal activities
- Put the Fijian community in danger
Depending on the type of visa you apply for, there will be additional requirements. Check below for a full list of necessary documents.
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Visa Exemption
Passport holders of the following countries do not need a visa for Fiji for visits of up to 4 months:
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Argentina
- Australia
- Austria
- Bahamas
- Bangladesh
- Barbados
- Belgium
- Belize
- Botswana
- Brazil
- Brunei
- Bulgaria
- Canada
- Chile
- China
- Colombia
- Croatia
- Cuba
- Cyprus
- Czechia
- Denmark
- Dominica
- Estonia
- Eswatini
- Finland
- France
- Gambia
- Georgia
- Germany
- Ghana
- Greece
- Grenada
- Guyana
- Hong Kong
- Hungary
- Iceland
- India
- Indonesia
- Ireland
- Israel
- Italy
- Jamaica
- Japan
- Kenya
- Kiribati
- Latvia
- Lesotho
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malawi
- Malaysia
- Maldives
- Malta
- Marshall Islands
- Mauritius
- Mexico
- Micronesia
- Moldova
- Monaco
- Nauru
- Netherlands
- New Zealand
- Nigeria
- Norway
- Palau
- Papua New Guinea
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Philippines
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Russia
- Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Saint Lucia
- Saint Vincent and The Grenadines
- Samoa
- Serbia
- Seychelles
- Sierra Leone
- Singapore
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Solomon Islands
- South Africa
- South Korea
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Taiwan
- Tanzania
- Thailand
- Tonga
- Trinidad and Tobago
- Tunisia
- Turkey
- Tuvalu
- Uganda
- Ukraine
- United Arab Emirates
- United Kingdom
- United States
- Uruguay
- Vanuatu
- Vatican City
- Venezuela
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
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Tourist Visa
You can apply for a Fiji tourist visa either online or at an embassy abroad. Owing to its relative simplicity, I advise you to submit your application online on the Fiji Immigration website.
There are 2 types of tourist visas:
- Single Entry Visa: Valid for 3 months, costs 95.10 FJD (43$)
- Multiple Entry Visa: Valid for 12 months, costs 189.15 FJD (86$)
Both these visas allow stays of up to 4 months, extendable by 2 months once.
Document requirements
You have to submit the following documents.
- Completed and scanned Visa Application Form
- Passport biodata page
- Two recent passport-sized photos
- Hotel booking confirmation or a letter by a local sponsor if staying with family/friends
- Travel itinerary including flight tickets
- Visa for the next country (if required)
- A recent Bank Statement
- Copy of Sponsor Valid I.D/Passport/ Permit
- Consent letter from the spouse (if traveling alone)
- Consent letter from parents (for 18 years and under) and traveling alone
- Leave letter from the workplace
Procedure
It’s easiest to apply for the visa online on the Fiji Immigration portal. Follow the outlined steps and make sure to upload all documents before you submit.
You can also apply in person at the Fiji embassy. Enquire in person for the exact requirements.
Read the article on Fiji Tourist Visa Online for detailed information on requirements, application process, fee and procedure at the border.
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Visa Extension
All tourist visas can be extended by 2 months by filling out the Visitors Permit Extention form and lodging it at the nearest immigration department or online on the Fiji Immigration portal.
You must apply for the extension before your original visitor’s permit expires.
The cost of the visitor permit extension is 95.10 FJD (~43$).
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Transit Visa
If you have a connecting flight within 3 hours, no visa is required. However, you cannot leave the transit zone of Nadi Airport.
For transit between 3 and 72 hours, you need a transit visa which costs 95.10 FJD (~43$).
The required documents are simplified to only the bare minimum:
- Completed and scanned Visa Application Form
- Copy of passport bio-data page
- Two recent passport-size photos
- Proof of onward ticket to the next destination
- Proof of visa for next country (if required)
Visa-exempt nationalities do not need a transit visa because they can enter Fiji freely.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Do US citizens need a visa for Fiji?
No, US citizens don’t need a visa as they’re on the visa-exempt list.
How long can you stay in Fiji with a US passport?
US passport holders can stay in Fiji VISA-FREE for 4 months, extendable onshore to 6 months maximum.
Is there a Visa on Arrival in Fiji?
There is no Visa on Arrival for Fiji. However, many nationalities are exempt from a visa and receive a visitor’s permit at the border.
Is Fiji visa-free for Indians?
Yes. Fiji is VISA-FREE for Indians. Indian passport holders are on the visa-exempt list and can travel to Fiji visa-free.
How long can an Indian stay in Fiji without a visa?
Indians can stay in Fiji VISA-FREE for 4 months, extendable onshore to 6 months maximum.
