Moving to Fiji from United Kingdom

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What to Expect

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

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

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Who Else Is Making This Move?

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

Living there in 2020
348 ↑ 2% vs 2015

people born in United Kingdom live in Fiji · UN DESA

Who's moving to Fiji?

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

Foreign-born population · UN DESA (2020)

Key Indicator Comparison

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

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2020

per 100,000 people per year

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

per 100,000 people per year

GB
2.4
FJ
5.3

United Kingdom performs better than Fiji across all safety metrics.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2024

annual government + private spending per person

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

affects wait times and access to care

GB
31.7
FJ
8.1

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

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

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

GB
4.2t
FJ
1.6t

United Kingdom 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

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

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

GB
14.3%
FJ
0.3%

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

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

a broad measure of economic output per person

GB
$54,100
FJ
$13,600

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

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

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

GB
3.8
FJ
10.1

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

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

What's the Climate Like?

Monthly averages — select a city to compare.

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

Avg. annual high / low

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

Avg. annual high / low

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

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

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between United Kingdom 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.

United Kingdom passport

United Kingdom passport holder visiting Fiji

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

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?

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

How is healthcare in Fiji compared to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom 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 31.7 in United Kingdom. Fiji scores 58 on the WHO universal health coverage index (United Kingdom: 88).

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

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

What language do they speak in Fiji?

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

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At a Glance

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