Fiji travel guide
Capital: Suva.
Before you go to Fiji
- Currency
- FJD FJ$
- Emergency number
- 911 / 917
- Plug type
- Type I
- Tap water
- Drink bottled water
- Tipping
- Not expected
- Bargaining
- Common
- eSIM
- Available
- Card networks
- Visa, Mastercard, Amex (limited)
- ATM fees
- FJD 10-15 per withdrawal at most banks; Bank of Baroda ATMs do not charge foreign cards
Cities in Fiji
- Nadi Fiji's tourism gateway on western Viti Levu, home to the international airport, Sri Siva Subramaniya temple, Sabeto hot springs and…
- Suva Fiji's capital and largest city on southeast Viti Levu, a lively colonial-era port with the Fiji Museum, Municipal Market and Colo-i-Suva…
- Coral Coast A scenic stretch of southern Viti Levu coastline between Sigatoka and Korolevu, known for beach resorts, the Sigatoka Sand Dunes, coral…
- Denarau Island A purpose-built resort island near Nadi linked to Viti Levu by a causeway, with a marina, golf course and cluster of international beach…
- Mamanuca Islands A volcanic archipelago of about 20 islands west of Nadi famous for white-sand beaches, snorkelling, surfing at Cloudbreak, Cloud 9 floating…
- Yasawa Islands A remote chain of volcanic islands northwest of the Mamanucas, reached by the Yasawa Flyer catamaran; home to the Blue Lagoon, Sawa-i-Lau…
- Taveuni Fiji's lush "Garden Island" in the north, straddling the 180th meridian, renowned for Bouma waterfalls, the Lavena Coastal Walk, rainforest…
- Savusavu A laid-back yachting and diving town on Vanua Levu set around a sheltered bay with natural hot springs, pearl farms and the Rainbow Reef…
Frequently asked questions about Fiji
- What currency is used in Fiji?
- The currency in Fiji is the Fijian Dollar ($). FJ$1 is about ₹42.
- Can I use cards and ATMs in Fiji?
- Accepted card networks: Visa, Mastercard, Amex (limited). Decline dynamic currency conversion at ATMs and card machines.
- Should I tip in Fiji?
- Tipping in Fiji: not expected. Tipping is not customary or expected in Fiji; many resorts run a shared staff "Christmas fund" box instead.
- Is tap water safe to drink in Fiji?
- Drink bottled water. Tap water is treated and generally safe in Suva and Nadi; on outer islands and villages drink bottled or boiled water.
- What plug type does Fiji use?
- Fiji uses Type I plugs.
- What is the emergency number in Fiji?
- Emergency: 911. Police: 917. Ambulance: 911.
- Can I get a SIM or eSIM in Fiji?
- SIM and eSIM available in Fiji.
- What is the capital of Fiji?
- The capital of Fiji is Suva. Time there: IST + 6 h 30 min.