British passport · Fiji · checked 2026-10-11

Do British citizens need a visa for Fiji?

The short answerNo. British citizens don’t need a visa for Fiji for stays of up to 4 months (visitor permit on arrival); extendable by up to 2 months, max 6 months. Go to the official site.

The official link goes to immigration.gov.fj. NUM isn’t a government agency or a visa service. Rules change, so confirm on the official site before you pay or travel.

At a glance

Fiji entry rules for British citizens.

VerdictVisa-free
DocumentNone (visitor permit issued on arrival)
StayUp to 4 months (visitor permit on arrival); extendable by up to 2 months, max 6 months
CheckedVerified on an official page · 2026-10-11

The rest of the trip for a British passport, from the arrival form to customs and travelling with children: Fiji entry requirements.

Worth knowing

The details for a British passport.

FCDO: no visa for visits up to 4 months; longer stays need a visa from the Fiji Immigration Department. Visitor permit issued on arrival. Need: passport valid 6 months beyond the stay, confirmed return/onward ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Extensions through the Fiji Immigration Department before the permit expires.

Your passport

How long it must be valid.

Valid at least 6 months beyond the intended stay (Fiji Immigration). FCDO says 6 months after arrival and US State Dept 6 months after departure; use 6 months past your planned departure.

What changed

Recent changes in Fiji.

  • 2026-09-01 — Fiji's Ministry of Immigration streamlined work permit processing (notice dated 14 Sep 2026).
Questions

The short answers.

Do British citizens need a visa for Fiji?

No. British citizens don’t need a visa for Fiji for stays of up to 4 months (visitor permit on arrival); extendable by up to 2 months, max 6 months.

How long can British citizens stay in Fiji?

Up to 4 months (visitor permit on arrival); extendable by up to 2 months, max 6 months. Longer stays need a different visa.

Where do British citizens apply?

On the official site, immigration.gov.fj. NUM links it and never charges for the link.

Does NUM issue Fiji visas?

No. Only the government issues them. NUM explains the rule for your passport, links the official site, and can file the form for you where its desk covers it.

Sources

Where this comes from.