Fiji Travel Safety Guide

Violent crime against tourists is not the norm, but theft and opportunistic robbery can happen in towns and around nightlife. Keep beach gear and phones with you rather than unattended.

Tap water is often fine in major hotels and some urban settings, but many travelers use bottled or filtered water outside that context. Food hygiene is usually manageable in busy places, but use more caution with poorly kept roadside food.

Heat, humidity, strong sun, and mosquito exposure are the main everyday health issues. Cyclone season can also disrupt ferries, flights, and power.

Hotel transfers, domestic flights, ferries, buses, and licensed taxis are the normal ways to move around. Small change can help for buses and local services.

Road conditions and lighting can be weaker than visitors expect, especially outside Suva and Nadi. Avoid casual walking along roads after dark.

Currency is Fijian dollar (FJD). Cards work in many resorts, hotels, and larger restaurants, but cash is still useful for local buses, markets, small shops, and some taxis.

Use bank ATMs in town centers or malls and agree taxi pricing or confirm the meter before starting. Tipping is not a strong local expectation outside higher end tourism.