Fiji

See the Department of State’s Fact Sheet on Fiji for information on U.S. -Fiji relations. 

Transportation

Road Conditions and Safety:  Traffic moves on the left in Fiji. While most roads in urban areas are paved, they are poorly maintained. Roads outside the city are usually not paved. In the city, be especially attentive when driving after dark. Outside of the city, it is best to avoid driving after dark except in emergency or exceptional circumstances. Insufficient lighting, stray animals, unwary pedestrians, and potholes make driving dangerous and particularly hazardous at night.

Traffic Laws: Bicycle riders should be cautious as there is no separate lane for cyclists.

Public Transportation: Avoid using mini vans for public transportation, due to safety concerns. 

Please refer to our Road Safety page for more information.  Also, we suggest that you visit the website of Fiji’s national tourist office  and Land Transport Authority, which is the national authority responsible for road safety.

Aviation Safety Oversight:  The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has assessed the government of Fiji’s Civil Aviation Authority as being in compliance with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) aviation safety standards for oversight of Fiji’s air carrier operations.  Further information may be found on the FAA’s safety assessment page.

Safety and Security

Remain cautious and alert in public places. Although demonstrations are not common in Fiji, you should avoid demonstrations and large crowds, remembering that even peaceful demonstrations can turn violent unexpectedly. 

Crime:  Urban areas experience a higher incidence of crime than do rural areas.  If you are not familiar with an area, ask hotel staff about areas to avoid.

You should always protect your valuables and be aware that theft from hotel rooms, purse snatching, and pick pocketing are the most common crimes against tourists. Be attentive to your personal safety and be cautious about sharing too much personal information about where you are from and where you are staying while traveling.

Reports of sexual assault against female tourists have increased. You should not walk alone after dark and always be sure to avoid isolated and deserted areas.

Since some crime is directed at taxi drivers, do not allow taxis to pick up other passengers while you are en route. Similarly, you should not enter a taxi already carrying other passengers.

See the Department of State and the FBI pages for information on scams.

Victims of Crime: Report crimes to the local police at 911 and contact the U.S. Embassy at + (679) 772-8049.

Remember that local authorities are responsible for investigating and prosecuting the crime.

See our webpage on help for U.S. victims of crime overseas.

We can:

• help you find appropriate medical care
• assist you in reporting a crime to the police
• contact relatives or friends with your written consent
• explain the local criminal justice process in general terms
• provide a list of local attorneys
• provide our information on victim’s compensation programs in the U.S.
• provide an emergency loan for repatriation to the United States and/or limited medical
• support in cases of destitution
• help you find accommodation and arrange flights home
• replace a stolen or lost passport

Domestic Violence:  U.S. citizen victims of domestic violence may contact the Embassy for assistance.

For further information:

• Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security messages and make it easier to locate you in an emergency. 
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• See the State Department's travel website for Worldwide Caution, Travel Warnings, and Travel Alerts.
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