🇫🇯 Fiji Relocation Data 2026
Key statistics for expats and relocators
Data updated · Region: Oceania · Free with attribution (CC BY 4.0)
Overall Score
26/100
Global Rank
#86/95
Est. Monthly Cost
$1,700
Dimension Breakdown
Confidence: 76%. Scores weighted using default quality-of-life profile. Source: WhereNext Global Relocation Index, compiled from institutional datasets (World Bank, WHO, GPI, OECD, EF EPI).
Cost of Living Breakdown
| Category | Affordability Index | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Groceries | 53.6/100 | Moderate |
| Rent | 60.42/100 | Moderate |
| Property Purchase | 62.72/100 | Moderate |
| Utilities | 55.76/100 | Moderate |
| Transport | 51.2/100 | Moderate |
| Overall (composite) | 46 | higher = more expensive |
Sub-indexes: higher = more affordable. Overall index: higher = more expensive. Estimated solo monthly cost: $1,700 USD (calibrated so US index 82 = ~$3,000/mo).
Top Cities in Fiji
Tax Overview
| Tax Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Top Income Tax Rate | 39% |
| VAT / GST | 12.5% |
| Corporate Tax | 25% |
| Effective Rate at $60K | 15.1% |
Resident PAYE rises to 39% with the former Social Responsibility Tax integrated in the bands; FNPF employee contribution 8% after tax; VAT 12.5%. Qualifying retirement-fund pensions are exempt.
Effective Tax by Income Tier (Salary)
| Gross Income (USD) | Effective Rate | Monthly Take-Home |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | 22% | $3,243 |
| $100,000 | 25% | $6,243 |
| $200,000 | 32% | $11,304 |
Estimated for a single-filer resident on salary income. Includes income tax + social contributions. Actual liability varies by residency status, treaties, and deductions. Sources: OECD Tax Database, Deloitte Tax Guides.
Visa Access by Passport
| Passport | Access Level | Max Stay (days) | Work Allowed | Nomad Visa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 United States | Visa-Free | 120 | No | No |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | Visa-Free | 120 | No | No |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | Visa-Free | 120 | No | No |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | Visa-Free | 120 | No | No |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | Visa-Free | 120 | No | No |
Visa data for tourist/short-stay access. Work permits and long-term residency require separate applications. Source: WhereNext visa requirements database (73 passports mapped).
Key Facts
| Capital | Suva |
| Population | 930,000 |
| Currency | Fijian Dollar (FJD) |
| Languages | English, Fijian, Hindi |
| Region | Oceania |
| Timezone | FJT (UTC+12) |
| English Proficiency | High |
How to Cite
WhereNext. "Fiji Relocation Data 2026." WhereNext Open Data, 2026-04-12. https://getwherenext.com/data/country/fj. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.