Moving to Fiji from Kuwait

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What to Expect

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

If you moved from Kuwait 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 94°F in Kuwait City, making it significantly cooler.

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Key Indicator Comparison

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

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2020

per 100,000 people per year

KW
0.2
FJ
2.2
Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

KW
9.2
FJ
5.3

Kuwait 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

KW
$2,567
FJ
$548
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2020

affects wait times and access to care

KW
22.9
FJ
8.1

Kuwait 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

KW
45.0
FJ
37.0
CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

KW
23.7t
FJ
1.6t

Fiji performs significantly better than Kuwait across all environment metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

KW
1.5
FJ
2.5
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

KW
3850.5%
FJ
0.3%

Fiji generally does better on infrastructure, though Kuwait leads in internet access.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

KW
2.1%
FJ
4.3%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

KW
$50,800
FJ
$13,600

Kuwait performs better than Fiji across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

KW
79.1 yrs
FJ
74.3 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

KW
7.4
FJ
10.1

Kuwait generally does better on family life, though Fiji leads in literacy rate.

Data: Ministry of Finance, Kuwait, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

What's the Climate Like?

Monthly averages — select a city to compare.

Kuwait City Rain: 4.6 in/yr (116 mm)
94° / 68°F

Avg. annual high / low

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

Avg. annual high / low

Months Kuwait City Suva
Jan–Mar 73°/51°F (23°/11°C) 87°/75°F (31°/24°C)
Apr–Jun 104°/76°F (40°/25°C) 83°/72°F (29°/22°C)
Jul–Sep 114°/84°F (46°/29°C) 80°/69°F (27°/21°C)
Oct–Dec 84°/60°F (29°/15°C) 84°/72°F (29°/22°C)
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Month Kuwait City Suva
Jan 67°/47°F (19.5°/8.5°C) 87°/75°F (30.6°/23.7°C)
Feb 71°/50°F (21.8°/10.0°C) 88°/75°F (31.0°/23.8°C)
Mar 80°/57°F (26.9°/14.0°C) 87°/74°F (30.6°/23.5°C)
Apr 93°/67°F (33.9°/19.5°C) 85°/73°F (29.7°/23.0°C)
May 106°/78°F (40.9°/25.4°C) 83°/72°F (28.3°/22.0°C)
Jun 114°/84°F (45.5°/28.9°C) 82°/71°F (27.6°/21.4°C)
Jul 116°/87°F (46.7°/30.7°C) 80°/69°F (26.5°/20.4°C)
Aug 116°/85°F (46.9°/29.5°C) 80°/69°F (26.6°/20.5°C)
Sep 111°/79°F (43.7°/26.2°C) 81°/70°F (27.0°/20.9°C)
Oct 98°/71°F (36.6°/21.5°C) 82°/71°F (27.8°/21.7°C)
Nov 82°/58°F (27.8°/14.5°C) 84°/72°F (28.9°/22.5°C)
Dec 71°/50°F (21.9°/9.9°C) 86°/74°F (29.8°/23.2°C)

Data: Meteorological Department Meteorological Department, Fiji Meteorological Service Fiji Meteorological Service

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Kuwait 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.

Kuwait passport

Kuwait passport holder visiting Fiji

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

Fiji passport holder visiting Kuwait

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

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?

Kuwait 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 0.2 in Kuwait.

How is healthcare in Fiji compared to Kuwait?

Kuwait 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 22.9 in Kuwait. Fiji scores 58 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Kuwait: 78).

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

The average high temperature in Suva is 84°F, compared to 94°F in Kuwait City. Suva receives around 119.7 in of rainfall per year, while Kuwait City gets 4.6 in.

What language do they speak in Fiji?

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

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At a Glance

KW FJ
Population 3,068,155 943,737
Currency Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD) Fijian Dollar (FJD)
Languages Arabic English, Fiji Hindi, Fijian
Driving side Right Left
Calling code +965 +679
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 112 911