Moving to United Kingdom from Fiji

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What to Expect

Everything you need to know before relocating from Fiji to United Kingdom — costs, safety, healthcare, and practical first steps.

If you moved from Fiji to United Kingdom. Expect a noticeable climate shift — London averages 60°F vs 84°F in Suva, making it significantly cooler.

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Who Else Is Making This Move?

How many people actually move from Fiji to United Kingdom, based on official data.

Living there in 2020
6,397 ↑ 13% vs 2015

people born in Fiji live in United Kingdom · UN DESA

Who's moving to United Kingdom?

Top countries of origin for United Kingdom's foreign-born residents.

Foreign-born population · UN DESA (2020)

Key Indicator Comparison

Key indicators for anyone considering a move from Fiji to United Kingdom.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2020

per 100,000 people per year

FJ
2.2
GB
1.0
Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

FJ
5.3
GB
2.4

United Kingdom performs significantly better than Fiji across all safety metrics.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2024

annual government + private spending per person

FJ
$548
GB
$6,606
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

affects wait times and access to care

FJ
8.1
GB
31.7

United Kingdom generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Fiji leads in healthcare spending per person.

What about the environment?

Air pollution deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2019

deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people

FJ
37.0
GB
13.0
CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

FJ
1.6t
GB
4.2t

Fiji generally does better on environment, though United Kingdom leads in air pollution deaths.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

FJ
2.5
GB
41.4
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

FJ
0.3%
GB
14.3%

United Kingdom generally does better on infrastructure, though Fiji leads in water stress level.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

FJ
4.3%
GB
4.1%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

FJ
$13,600
GB
$54,100

United Kingdom generally does better on employment & economy, though Fiji leads in top income tax rate.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

FJ
74.3 yrs
GB
81.9 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

FJ
10.1
GB
3.8

United Kingdom generally does better on family life, though Fiji leads in education spending.

Data: Fiji Revenue & Customs Authority, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

What's the Climate Like?

Monthly averages — select a city to compare.

Suva Rain: 119.7 in/yr (3040 mm)
84° / 72°F

Avg. annual high / low

London Rain: 22.0 in/yr (558 mm)
60° / 46°F

Avg. annual high / low

Months Suva London
Jan–Mar 87°/75°F (31°/24°C) 49°/38°F (9°/3°C)
Apr–Jun 83°/72°F (29°/22°C) 64°/48°F (18°/9°C)
Jul–Sep 80°/69°F (27°/21°C) 72°/56°F (22°/13°C)
Oct–Dec 84°/72°F (29°/22°C) 53°/43°F (12°/6°C)
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Month Suva London
Jan 87°/75°F (30.6°/23.7°C) 47°/38°F (8.1°/3.1°C)
Feb 88°/75°F (31.0°/23.8°C) 47°/37°F (8.6°/2.7°C)
Mar 87°/74°F (30.6°/23.5°C) 53°/40°F (11.6°/4.6°C)
Apr 85°/73°F (29.7°/23.0°C) 58°/43°F (14.6°/5.9°C)
May 83°/72°F (28.3°/22.0°C) 65°/48°F (18.1°/8.9°C)
Jun 82°/71°F (27.6°/21.4°C) 70°/53°F (21.0°/11.8°C)
Jul 80°/69°F (26.5°/20.4°C) 74°/57°F (23.4°/13.7°C)
Aug 80°/69°F (26.6°/20.5°C) 74°/57°F (23.1°/13.8°C)
Sep 81°/70°F (27.0°/20.9°C) 68°/53°F (20.0°/11.4°C)
Oct 82°/71°F (27.8°/21.7°C) 60°/48°F (15.5°/8.8°C)
Nov 84°/72°F (28.9°/22.5°C) 52°/42°F (11.3°/5.8°C)
Dec 86°/74°F (29.8°/23.2°C) 47°/38°F (8.4°/3.4°C)

Data: Fiji Meteorological Service Fiji Meteorological Service, Met Office Met Office

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Fiji and United Kingdom. To live, work, or study long-term in United Kingdom, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check United Kingdom's immigration authority.

Fiji passport

Fiji passport holder visiting United Kingdom

Visa Online (e-Visa)
Fiji passport holders need to apply for an e-Visa before travelling to United Kingdom.
United Kingdom passport

United Kingdom passport holder visiting Fiji

Visa Free
United Kingdom passport holders can enter Fiji without a visa.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from United Kingdom?

Internet is rarely the blocker — United Kingdom has 41.4 fixed broadband subscriptions per 100 people. The real questions are legal: digital nomad visa eligibility, your employer's overseas-work policy, and tax residency in both countries.

Is United Kingdom safe for expats?

United Kingdom performs significantly better than Fiji across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in United Kingdom is 1.0 per 100,000 people, compared to 2.2 in Fiji.

How is healthcare in United Kingdom compared to Fiji?

United Kingdom generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Fiji leads in healthcare spending per person. There are 31.7 doctors per 10,000 people in United Kingdom, compared to 8.1 in Fiji. United Kingdom scores 88 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Fiji: 58).

What's the weather like in United Kingdom compared to Fiji?

The average high temperature in London is 60°F, compared to 84°F in Suva. London receives around 22.0 in of rainfall per year, while Suva gets 119.7 in.

What language do they speak in United Kingdom?

The official language in United Kingdom is English. In Fiji, the official languages are English, Fiji Hindi and Fijian.

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At a Glance

FJ GB
Population 943,737 67,791,400
Currency Fijian Dollar (FJD) British Pound Sterling (£)
Languages English, Fiji Hindi, Fijian English
Driving side Left Left
Calling code +679 +44
Time zones 1 9
Emergency number 911 999