Moving to Fiji from Greece

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What to Expect

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

If you moved from Greece to Fiji, and you’d need to navigate life in English, Fiji Hindi and Fijian. You’ll also switch from driving on the right to the left. Expect a noticeable climate shift — Suva averages 84°F vs 72°F in Athens, making it significantly warmer.

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Key Indicator Comparison

Key indicators for anyone considering a move from Greece to Fiji.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

GR
1.1
FJ
2.2
Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

GR
7.3
FJ
5.3

Greece generally does better on safety, though Fiji leads in road traffic deaths.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2023

annual government + private spending per person

GR
$3,454
FJ
$548
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

affects wait times and access to care

GR
63.7
FJ
8.1

Greece 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

GR
23.0
FJ
37.0
CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

GR
5.0t
FJ
1.6t

Greece generally does better on environment, though Fiji leads in co₂ emissions per capita.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

GR
43.0
FJ
2.5
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

GR
20.7%
FJ
0.3%

Fiji generally does better on infrastructure, though Greece leads in broadband per 100 people.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

GR
11.0%
FJ
4.3%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

GR
$36,300
FJ
$13,600

Greece generally does better on employment & economy, though Fiji leads in unemployment rate.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

GR
81.5 yrs
FJ
74.3 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

GR
3.5
FJ
10.1

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

Data: GSIS, Greece, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

What's the Climate Like?

Monthly averages — select a city to compare.

Athens Rain: 16.3 in/yr (414 mm)
72° / 54°F

Avg. annual high / low

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

Avg. annual high / low

Months Athens Suva
Jan–Mar 57°/42°F (14°/6°C) 87°/75°F (31°/24°C)
Apr–Jun 78°/57°F (26°/14°C) 83°/72°F (29°/22°C)
Jul–Sep 90°/67°F (32°/20°C) 80°/69°F (27°/21°C)
Oct–Dec 65°/50°F (18°/10°C) 84°/72°F (29°/22°C)
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Month Athens Suva
Jan 54°/41°F (12.5°/5.2°C) 87°/75°F (30.6°/23.7°C)
Feb 56°/42°F (13.5°/5.4°C) 88°/75°F (31.0°/23.8°C)
Mar 60°/44°F (15.7°/6.7°C) 87°/74°F (30.6°/23.5°C)
Apr 68°/49°F (20.2°/9.6°C) 85°/73°F (29.7°/23.0°C)
May 79°/57°F (26.0°/13.9°C) 83°/72°F (28.3°/22.0°C)
Jun 88°/65°F (31.1°/18.2°C) 82°/71°F (27.6°/21.4°C)
Jul 92°/69°F (33.5°/20.8°C) 80°/69°F (26.5°/20.4°C)
Aug 92°/69°F (33.2°/20.7°C) 80°/69°F (26.6°/20.5°C)
Sep 85°/63°F (29.2°/17.3°C) 81°/70°F (27.0°/20.9°C)
Oct 74°/56°F (23.3°/13.4°C) 82°/71°F (27.8°/21.7°C)
Nov 65°/50°F (18.1°/9.8°C) 84°/72°F (28.9°/22.5°C)
Dec 57°/44°F (14.1°/6.8°C) 86°/74°F (29.8°/23.2°C)

Data: Hellenic National Meteorological Service Hellenic National Meteorological Service, Fiji Meteorological Service Fiji Meteorological Service

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Greece passport

Greece passport holder visiting Fiji

Visa Free
Greece passport holders can enter Fiji without a visa.
Fiji passport

Fiji passport holder visiting Greece

Visa Required
Fiji passport holders need a visa to enter Greece.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Fiji?

Internet is rarely the blocker — Fiji has 2.5 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 Fiji safe for expats?

Greece generally does better on safety, though Fiji leads in road traffic deaths. The homicide rate in Fiji is 2.2 per 100,000 people, compared to 1.1 in Greece.

How is healthcare in Fiji compared to Greece?

Greece generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Fiji leads in healthcare spending per person. There are 8.1 doctors per 10,000 people in Fiji, compared to 63.7 in Greece. Fiji scores 58 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Greece: 77).

What's the weather like in Fiji compared to Greece?

The average high temperature in Suva is 84°F, compared to 72°F in Athens. Suva receives around 119.7 in of rainfall per year, while Athens gets 16.3 in.

What language do they speak in Fiji?

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

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At a Glance

GR FJ
Population 10,533,871 943,737
Currency Euro (€) Fijian Dollar (FJD)
Languages Greek English, Fiji Hindi, Fijian
Driving side Right Left
Calling code +30 +679
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 112 911