High commission
High commission of South Africa in Fiji
No 16 Kimberly Street Corner Gordon Street
Fiji visa requirements for South African citizens
South African citizens do not need a visa for Fiji. Show your passport at the border and stay up to 120 days.
Passport
ZAF
South Africa
Going to
FJI
Fiji
No visa needed
People from visa-free countries can get a visitor permit when they arrive.
- Visa
- Not required
- Max stay
- 120 days (4 months)
- Fee
- Free
- Last updated
- 11 November 2026
What to do
Check your passport is valid for the whole stay, ideally six months beyond it.
Carry proof of onward travel and of funds; border officers can ask for both.
Note the maximum stay and count your days in Fiji.
Ways into Fiji
Check if you need a visa before you travel.
Visa not required For your passportVisa-free visitor stayPeople from visa-free countries can get a visitor permit when they arrive.
- Stay
- 120 days
- Fee
- Free
How to apply
- Check Fiji’s visa-free country list before travel.
- Prepare your passport, tickets, booking and bank statement.
- Ask for a visitor permit when you arrive.
Documents required
- Passport valid 180 days beyond stay
- Return or onward ticket
- Confirmed place to stay
- Recent bank statement
- Next-country entry permission if needed
- Hotel booking
- Your entry stamp sets your stay; 120 days is the initial maximum.
- You cannot work or look for work on a normal visitor permit.
eVisaSingle-entry visitor visaThis visa lets people who need a visa make 1 holiday or family visit.
- Stay
- 120 days
- Valid for
- 90 days
- Fee
- FJD 93
- Entries
- Single
How to apply
- Create an ImmiHub account and confirm your email.
- Choose Apply for Visitor Visa and your nationality.
- Fill in the form and upload the required documents.
- Pay online and wait for approval before travel.
- Check your allowed stay when you arrive.
Documents required
- Application form
- Certified passport identity page
- Passport valid 180 days beyond stay
- Recent passport photos
- Travel plan and return ticket
- Hotel booking or host letter
- Host’s identity document if hosted
- Bank statement or funds proof
- Allow about 14 working days after payment; delays can happen. Apply 90 days ahead.
- Someone over 18 must apply; check ImmiHub for photos, consent, leave and translation requirements.
eVisaMultiple-entry visitor visaThis visa lets people who need a visa make repeat visits.
- Stay
- 120 days
- Valid for
- 365 days
- Fee
- FJD 185
- Entries
- Multiple
How to apply
- Create an ImmiHub account and sign in.
- Choose the visitor visa and request multiple entries.
- Upload the required documents and pay online.
- Wait for the email decision before travel.
Documents required
- Certified passport identity page
- Passport valid 180 days beyond stay
- Recent passport photos
- Travel plan and return ticket
- Proof of place to stay
- Proof of funds
- Host documents if needed
- Consent and leave letters if needed
- Hotel booking
- Each visit can last up to 120 days; 365 days is the visa’s validity.
- Allow about 14 working days after payment; check ImmiHub for the full document list.
Sources (38)Last updated 11 November 2026
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- Ministry of Immigration — Visa Application
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- Ministry of Immigration — Visitors Permit
- Ministry of Immigration — Entering Fiji
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- Ministry of Foreign Affairs / Fiji Embassy, Washington — Visa
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- Fiji High Commission, London — Fee schedule referring visa applications to Immigration
- Fiji High Commission, New Delhi — Travel and visa information
- Fiji High Commission, New Zealand — Visa, Permits and Waivers
- Fiji High Commission, New Zealand — Frequently Asked Questions
- Ministry of Immigration — Business Visitors Permit
- Ministry of Immigration — Student Permit
- Ministry of Immigration — Study in Fiji
- Ministry of Immigration — Internship and Attachment Permit
- Ministry of Immigration — Research Permit
- Ministry of Immigration — Work in Fiji
- Ministry of Immigration — Long Term Work Permit
- Ministry of Immigration — Short Term Work Permit
- Ministry of Immigration — Secondment Work Permit
- Ministry of Immigration — Maritime Work Permit
- Ministry of Immigration — Non-government organisation work-permit form
- Ministry of Immigration — September 2026 work-permit documentation changes
- Ministry of Immigration — Co-Extensive Residence Permit
- Ministry of Immigration — Special Purpose Permit to Reside with Family
- Ministry of Immigration — Immigration services and family exemption status
- Ministry of Immigration — Special Purpose Permit on Medical Grounds
- Ministry of Immigration — Investor Permit Application
- Ministry of Immigration — Investor page with conflicting duration wording
- Ministry of Immigration — Residence on Assured Income
- Ministry of Immigration — Special Purpose Permit to Reside on a Yacht
- Ministry of Immigration — Application Forms, Publications and Fees
- Ministry of Immigration — Permit directory
Embassies for this trip
For lost passports and emergencies.
Coming from South Africa
- Plugs IAdapter needed
- MoneyFJD $
- Time+10h
- DrivingOn the leftSame as home
- LanguageEnglishSpoken at home too
- Emergency911 police
Planning your Fiji trip
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- Navala villageThis village on Viti Levu still has traditional houses called bures.
- Fiji MuseumVisit this museum in Suva to learn about Fiji's history and culture.
- Sigatoka Valley sand dunesThese dunes were once used as a burial ground.
Scams to watch for in Fiji
- Petty theft and pickpocketingThieves take money or belongings. Pickpockets are reported in both Suva and Nadi, but no specific distraction method is described.
- Group muggingRobbers confront a traveller and take their belongings. Muggings are often carried out by large groups, so travelling with other people does not guarantee protection.
- Personal questions leading to overpriced souvenirsSomeone asks your name and country, then tries to lead you to a shop. They offer souvenirs at heavily inflated prices and may say they made the goods themselves.
About Fiji
Fiji is an archipelago republic of more than 300 South Pacific islands, north of New Zealand.
- Capital
- Suva
- Money
- Fijian dollar ($)
- Languages
- English, Fijian, Fiji Hindi
- Time zone
- UTC+12:00
- Cars drive on the
- left side
- Calling code
- +679
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Questions
Do south african citizens need a visa for Fiji?
South African citizens do not need a visa for Fiji. Show your passport at the border and stay up to 120 days.
How long can south african citizens stay in Fiji?
Up to 120 days each visit with the no visa needed rule. Staying longer can mean a fine or a ban from coming back.
Do fijian citizens need a visa for South Africa?
Fijian citizens need an eTA, a short online form, before flying to South Africa.
Do other Africa passports get easier entry to Fiji?
Botswana, Eswatini, Gambia, Ghana Kenya, and 5 more can enter without applying before they travel.
Which countries near Fiji are easier for south african citizens?
Vanuatu, Cook Islands, Kiribati, Micronesia Niue, and 3 more let south african citizens in without applying before travel.
What should I carry to Fiji?
Check your passport is valid for the whole stay, ideally six months beyond it. Carry proof of onward travel and of funds; border officers can ask for both.
What money is used in Fiji?
Fijian dollar ($). Carry some cash for arrival, especially if a visa fee is paid at the border.
What language do people speak in Fiji?
English, Fijian and Fiji Hindi.
How strong is the South Africa passport?
It ranks #51 and reaches 91 destinations without applying ahead.
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