Moving to Fiji from New Zealand
What to Expect
Everything you need to know before relocating from New Zealand to Fiji — costs, safety, healthcare, and practical first steps.
If you moved from New Zealand to Fiji. Expect a noticeable climate shift — Suva averages 84°F vs 62°F in Wellington, making it significantly warmer.
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Who Else Is Making This Move?
How many people actually move from New Zealand to Fiji, based on official data.
Key Indicator Comparison
Key indicators for anyone considering a move from New Zealand to Fiji.
Is it safe?
per 100,000 people per year
per 100,000 people per year
New Zealand generally does better on safety, though Fiji leads in road traffic deaths.
How's the healthcare?
annual government + private spending per person
affects wait times and access to care
WHO index from 0–100 measuring essential service access
per 100,000 people — a proxy for mental health support
New Zealand generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Fiji leads in healthcare spending per person.
What about the environment?
deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people
tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year
New Zealand generally does better on environment, though Fiji leads in co₂ emissions per capita.
Will I have good infrastructure?
fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work
higher means greater strain on freshwater supply
New Zealand generally does better on infrastructure, though Fiji leads in water stress level.
What are the job prospects?
percentage of the labour force without work
a broad measure of economic output per person
the highest marginal rate on personal income
New Zealand generally does better on employment & economy, though Fiji leads in top income tax rate.
Is it good for families?
average years of life at birth
deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better
government spending on education as % of GDP
New Zealand performs better than Fiji across all family life metrics.
Data: New Zealand Inland Revenue Department, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank
What's the Climate Like?
Monthly averages — select a city to compare.
Avg. annual high / low
Avg. annual high / low
| Months | Wellington | Suva |
|---|---|---|
| Jan–Mar | 69°/58°F (21°/14°C) | 87°/75°F (31°/24°C) |
| Apr–Jun | 59°/49°F (15°/10°C) | 83°/72°F (29°/22°C) |
| Jul–Sep | 56°/46°F (13°/8°C) | 80°/69°F (27°/21°C) |
| Oct–Dec | 64°/53°F (18°/12°C) | 84°/72°F (29°/22°C) |
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| Month | Wellington | Suva |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 70°/58°F (21.2°/14.7°C) | 87°/75°F (30.6°/23.7°C) |
| Feb | 70°/59°F (21.3°/14.8°C) | 88°/75°F (31.0°/23.8°C) |
| Mar | 68°/56°F (19.8°/13.5°C) | 87°/74°F (30.6°/23.5°C) |
| Apr | 63°/53°F (17.4°/11.5°C) | 85°/73°F (29.7°/23.0°C) |
| May | 59°/49°F (15.2°/9.7°C) | 83°/72°F (28.3°/22.0°C) |
| Jun | 56°/46°F (13.1°/7.9°C) | 82°/71°F (27.6°/21.4°C) |
| Jul | 54°/44°F (12.3°/6.9°C) | 80°/69°F (26.5°/20.4°C) |
| Aug | 55°/45°F (12.9°/7.4°C) | 80°/69°F (26.6°/20.5°C) |
| Sep | 58°/48°F (14.5°/8.8°C) | 81°/70°F (27.0°/20.9°C) |
| Oct | 60°/50°F (15.8°/10.0°C) | 82°/71°F (27.8°/21.7°C) |
| Nov | 64°/53°F (17.5°/11.4°C) | 84°/72°F (28.9°/22.5°C) |
| Dec | 67°/56°F (19.6°/13.5°C) | 86°/74°F (29.8°/23.2°C) |
Data:
New Zealand National Meteorological Service,
Fiji Meteorological Service
Visitor Visa Requirements
Short-stay tourist visa rules between New Zealand 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.
New Zealand passport holder visiting Fiji
Visa Free
Fiji passport holder visiting New Zealand
Visa RequiredData: 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?
New Zealand 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 New Zealand.
How is healthcare in Fiji compared to New Zealand?
New Zealand 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 35.7 in New Zealand. Fiji scores 58 on the WHO universal health coverage index (New Zealand: 85).
What's the weather like in Fiji compared to New Zealand?
The average high temperature in Suva is 84°F, compared to 62°F in Wellington. Suva receives around 119.7 in of rainfall per year, while Wellington gets 37.7 in.
What language do they speak in Fiji?
The official languages in Fiji are English, Fiji Hindi and Fijian. In New Zealand, the official languages are English, Māori and New Zealand Sign Language.
