Moving to Fiji from Mauritius

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Mauritius to Fiji? Here's how the two compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

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Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Fiji compared to Mauritius.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

MU
2.2
FJ
2.2
Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

MU
9.7
FJ
5.3

Mauritius 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

MU
$1,566
FJ
$548
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

affects wait times and access to care

MU
12.0
FJ
8.1

Mauritius 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

MU
28.0
FJ
37.0
CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

MU
3.5t
FJ
1.6t

Mauritius 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

MU
25.7
FJ
2.5
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

MU
22.0%
FJ
0.3%

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

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

MU
6.1%
FJ
4.3%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

MU
$26,600
FJ
$13,600

Mauritius 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

MU
74.9 yrs
FJ
74.3 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

MU
12.1
FJ
10.1

Fiji generally does better on family life, though Mauritius leads in life expectancy.

Data: Mauritius Revenue Authority, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

What's the Climate Like?

Monthly averages — select a city to compare.

Port Louis Rain: 28.0 in/yr (711 mm)
85° / 71°F

Avg. annual high / low

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

Avg. annual high / low

Months Port Louis Suva
Jan–Mar 89°/75°F (31°/24°C) 87°/75°F (31°/24°C)
Apr–Jun 85°/71°F (29°/21°C) 83°/72°F (29°/22°C)
Jul–Sep 81°/67°F (27°/19°C) 80°/69°F (27°/21°C)
Oct–Dec 86°/71°F (30°/22°C) 84°/72°F (29°/22°C)
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Month Port Louis Suva
Jan 89°/75°F (31.5°/24.1°C) 87°/75°F (30.6°/23.7°C)
Feb 89°/75°F (31.4°/24.0°C) 88°/75°F (31.0°/23.8°C)
Mar 89°/75°F (31.5°/23.8°C) 87°/74°F (30.6°/23.5°C)
Apr 87°/73°F (30.7°/23.0°C) 85°/73°F (29.7°/23.0°C)
May 85°/71°F (29.3°/21.5°C) 83°/72°F (28.3°/22.0°C)
Jun 82°/68°F (27.6°/19.9°C) 82°/71°F (27.6°/21.4°C)
Jul 80°/67°F (26.7°/19.3°C) 80°/69°F (26.5°/20.4°C)
Aug 80°/66°F (26.8°/19.1°C) 80°/69°F (26.6°/20.5°C)
Sep 82°/67°F (27.7°/19.4°C) 81°/70°F (27.0°/20.9°C)
Oct 84°/69°F (28.8°/20.4°C) 82°/71°F (27.8°/21.7°C)
Nov 86°/71°F (30.2°/21.8°C) 84°/72°F (28.9°/22.5°C)
Dec 88°/74°F (31.1°/23.2°C) 86°/74°F (29.8°/23.2°C)

Data: Mauritius Meteorological Services Mauritius Meteorological Services, Fiji Meteorological Service Fiji Meteorological Service

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Mauritius 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.

Mauritius passport

Mauritius passport holder visiting Fiji

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

Fiji passport holder visiting Mauritius

Visa Free
Fiji passport holders can enter Mauritius 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 Fiji?

Connectivity is usually fine (Fiji: 2.5 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Fiji offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Fiji safe for expats?

Mauritius 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 2.2 in Mauritius.

How is healthcare in Fiji compared to Mauritius?

Mauritius 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 12.0 in Mauritius. Fiji scores 58 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Mauritius: 66).

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

The average high temperature in Suva is 84°F, compared to 85°F in Port Louis. Suva receives around 119.7 in of rainfall per year, while Port Louis gets 28.0 in.

What language do they speak in Fiji?

The official languages in Fiji are English, Fiji Hindi and Fijian. In Mauritius, the official languages are English, French and Mauritian Creole.

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At a Glance

MU FJ
Population 1,308,222 943,737
Currency Mauritian Rupee (MUR) Fijian Dollar (FJD)
Languages English, French, Mauritian Creole English, Fiji Hindi, Fijian
Driving side Left Left
Calling code +230 +679
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 112 911