Fiji: wat je moet weten voor vertrek
Het belangrijkste
- Visa-exempt visitors still need a visitor permit, issued at the border for a period up to 4 calendar months; admission is not automatic.
- Carry FJD cash for villages, markets and local transport; card surcharges can apply.
- November–April is cyclone season; check forecasts, flood conditions and your accommodation’s evacuation plan.
Inreis en visa
Visa-exempt nationals can receive a visitor permit on arrival; non-exempt nationals must obtain visa approval before travel. A permit can run from a few days up to four months. Confirm the expiry at entry. A normal visitor permit does not permit employment or study.
Geldigheid paspoort: Immigration FAQ asks for a passport valid for more than 6 months from travel; confirm your route and airline requirements.
Aan de grens kan worden gevraagd naar
- Carry return/onward travel, accommodation details, sufficient-funds evidence and visa approval if required.
Douane
- Check food, plant, animal, medicine and other restricted-goods rules before packing.
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Geld
Contant en pinnen zijn allebei gangbaar. Kaarten vooral in steden en toeristische plaatsen.
Betaalnetwerken: Visa, Mastercard
Apple Pay — geen gegevens · Google Pay — geen gegevens
Waar je geld wisselt
- Compare bank and authorised exchange-provider final rates.
Geldautomaten: ATMs are common in urban centres and larger resorts; fees apply and access is more limited in remote areas.
- Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted by tourism businesses; smaller businesses and transport often need cash.
- Card surcharges apply at some merchants; confirm the total before paying.
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Regels en verboden
Verboden
- Public nudity, including topless sunbathing, is illegal.
Wetten die reizigers onbewust overtreden
- Check customs restrictions on food, plants, weapons, medicines and animals.
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Cultuur en kleding
Religie: Sunday is traditionally reserved for church, family and rest in many communities.
Kleding: Cover shoulders and knees in villages; a sulu is a useful cover-up.
Etiquette
- Ask before photographs or entering homes and communal spaces.
- Remove hats and sunglasses in villages and shoes before entering village buildings.
- Follow your guide’s directions during a sevusevu ceremony.
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Klimaat
Tropical conditions with cyclone and flood risk, especially November–April. Severe storms can occur outside the main season; check marine and road conditions before island transfers.
Per maand
- januari: Jan: main cyclone season; monitor official warnings
- februari: Feb: main cyclone season; monitor official warnings
- maart: Mar: main cyclone season; monitor official warnings
- april: Apr: main cyclone season; monitor official warnings
- mei: May: outside main cyclone season; storms remain possible
- juni: Jun: outside main cyclone season; storms remain possible
- juli: Jul: outside main cyclone season; storms remain possible
- augustus: Aug: outside main cyclone season; storms remain possible
- september: Sep: outside main cyclone season; storms remain possible
- oktober: Oct: outside main cyclone season; storms remain possible
- november: Nov: main cyclone season; monitor official warnings
- december: Dec: main cyclone season; monitor official warnings
Beste seizoen: Choose dates around local forecasts and planned island activities; have a disruption plan in cyclone season.
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Wat mee te nemen
- Village cover-up or sulu
- FJD cash in small notes
- Sun and rain protection
- Personal medication and travel documents
- Offline details for island transfers
Niet meenemen / invoer verboden
- Nude or topless sunbathing
- Depending on card payment in every village
- Unplanned night driving outside urban areas
Praktisch
Stopcontacten: Confirm socket type and voltage with your accommodation before travel.
Water: Confirm the local supply; carry safe water for village and remote-island outings.
Verkeer: links rijden
Verzekering: Include your planned water sports and medical evacuation in your cover.
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Inreisregels veranderen. Controleer vóór de reis de website van de ambassade of immigratiedienst van het land.