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INTERNATIONAL AIR
SERVICES TO FIJI
Nadi International Airport is the gateway to Fiji and
the biggest airport facility in the region. Nadi Airport
(NAN) provides daily services for a range of airlines
including Air Pacific, QANTAS, Air New Zealand, Royal
Tongan Airlines, Polynesian, Air Caledonie, Air Vanuatu,
Solomon Airlines, Air Nauru, Sunflower Airlines, Air
Fiji. The airport is a 15-minute drive to town.
Nausori Airport (SUV) in Suva is Fiji's second
International Airport. Situated 30 minutes' drive from
Suva City, this facility is used by Boeing 737 services
from Auckland and Sydney and domestic carriers servicing
the Fiji Islands.
Domestic Air Services
Domestic Airports are situated throughout the Fiji
Islands providing visitors with convenient access to the
whole of Fiji.
INTERNATIONAL DEPARTURE TAX
A Departure tax of F$20 is applicable for all travellers
departing the country on International flights. This tax
is payable at the airport prior to immigration
processing.
Visitor Requirements
Visitors must have a current passport valid for more
than three months from the date of entry, adequate funds
to support themselves and a return ticket. No entry
permit is required for visitors staying in the Fiji
Islands 30 days or less. Visitors wanting to stay longer
than 30 days should apply for an extended entry at the
time of arrival or through any Fiji Immigration
Department Office.
NB: Please consult your travel agent or Fiji
information office before travelling, to confirm that
the above condition is still valid, and whether there
are any current or new restrictions or regulations
regarding entry into Fiji Islands.
DUTY FREE CONCESSION
The Fiji Islands provides visitors with the following
duty free concessions :
- 500 cigarettes or 500 grams of cigars, or 500 grams of tobacco, or all three but not exceeding 500 grams together.
- Two litres of liquor, or four litres of wine or four litres of beer. Up to $400 per passenger of any duty assessed goods.
- A number of other items classified as duty-free (including personal effects).
GOODS AND SERVICES TAXES
There is a 12.5% value added tax (VAT) in the Fiji
Islands that is applied to most items.
ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES
Electric current is 240 volts AC 50 cycles and is
convertible to 110 volts in some hotels. Fiji has three
pin power outlets identical to Australia and New
Zealand.
If your appliances are 110v check for a 110/240v switch; if there is none you will need a voltage converter. The larger hotels and resorts usually offer universal outlets for 240v or 110v shavers, hair dryers, etc. Please check ahead with your resort or hotel.
POSTAL SERVICES
At many resorts and hotels (especially on the outer
islands) you will be able to purchase stamps at
reception and they may also organise the mailing of your
postcards or letters. Post offices in the main centres
are open 8am to 4pm Monday through Friday except in Suva
where it closes at 4:30pm.
TIME
Have you ever heard of 'Fiji time'? It is more like 'why
hurry' and this describes the slow, easy pace of life in
the Fiji Islands. For those seeking a more scientific
description, the Fiji Islands is the place where time
begins each day and the country is 12 hours ahead of
Greenwich Mean Time.
TELEPHONE AND INTERNET
The telephone services in Fiji is modern, with direct or
operator-assisted dialling. Check with your resort or
hotel when making bookings if you need to have a phone
in your room as only the hotels and larger resorts offer
that facility. Some also provide internet access in your
room. Internet cafés are becoming quite common in the
main centres.
WHAT TO WEAR
Fiji enjoys a tropical climate - especially noticeable
in the hotter, humid summer months of November-March, so
you will be able to travel light! That includes shirts
with short sleeves, shorts, skirts, bathing suits,
open-toed shoes, etc. Reef-walkers are great for
protecting your feet if you are exploring exposed reefs
at low tide.
And don't forget a hat! Depending on where you are staying, you may like to bring some dressier (but lightweight!) clothes for the evening.
During the popular winter season (which is high season in Fiji), it is less humid and some travellers can even feel a little cool in the evening, so a lightweight jacket or sweater is handy.
To avoid embarrassing and offending the local Fijian people, visitors should dress modestly when in town, keeping brief clothing for the beaches and resorts.
If in doubt about what is acceptable, ask your
resort or hotel. This is especially important if you
visit a local Fijian village.
WATER
The tap water in Fiji is generally safe although it may
be advisable to boil water before drinking. Bottles of
drinking water are sold at most stores and hotels in the
country. There are local brands available including Fiji
Natural Water.
MEDICAL FACILITIES
Should you require the services of a doctor while
visiting the Fiji Islands there is a variety of public
and private medical services available in most major
centres and your Hotel can assist you at anytime should
you require medical attention.
