Safest cities in Fiji
1 city with 100k+ population · data updated 2026-09-04
What official travel advice warns about
Terrorism
- Terrorism in FijiAlthough there’s no recent history of terrorism in Fiji, attacks cannot be ruled out.
Protests and demonstrations
- Protests can occur with little warning. Avoid demonstrations, rallies or street gatherings. Avoid any areas of obvious military or police activity.
Crime
- Protecting your belongingsBe careful of your belongings in cities and other popular tourist destinations. To reduce the risk:
- Sexual assaultTake additional care when walking at night in cities, towns and isolated areas, particularly if you are a woman travelling alone. There have been serious sexual assaults against foreign nationals in Fiji, including British women.
- Drink spiking and methanol poisoningThere has been an increase in cases of serious illness caused by alcoholic drinks containing methanol in popular travel destinations around the world.
- ScamsBe alert to the risk of credit card fraud. This may include credit card skimming devices or other types of data theft. Take care when paying with credit cards or withdrawing money from ATMs.
Mobile phone coverage
- Phone coverage in rural areas and outlying islands can be limited or non-existent. Many UK mobile phones do not work, as your provider may not have an international roaming agreement in Fiji.
Laws and cultural differences
- Illegal drugs and prison sentencesPossession of even small quantities of illegal drugs can lead to imprisonment and a large fine. Possession of any amount of marijuana carries a 3-month prison sentence.
- Kava-drinking ceremoniesKava is a traditional drink in Fiji used in kava ceremonies. If you’re invited to take part in a kava-drinking ceremony, be aware of the potential risks of liver toxicity.
- NudityTopless bathing and nudity in public is illegal. Cover your shoulders and knees in rural villages and during kava ceremonies.
- LGBT+ travellersHomosexuality was decriminalised in February 2010, but there can be local sensitivities, particularly when visiting rural communities.
Outdoor activities and adventure tourism
- Water-based activitiesThere are dangerous rip tides along reefs and river estuaries. Unless you have reliable local knowledge, swim from beaches that have lifeguards on duty and follow the flag warning system.
- Scuba divingDiving schools may have limited resources and do not always observe safety and maintenance standards. Always:
Transport risks
- Road travelIf you are planning to drive in Fiji, see information on driving abroad.
- Taxis and minibusesOnly use licensed taxis that have a yellow registration plate.
- Sea travelCheck the boat operator’s credentials and safety equipment before boarding boats or vessels travelling between islands. Avoid any vessels that are overloaded as they are in danger of capsizing or sinking, particularly in poor weather conditions. Check to make sure there is adequate life-saving equipment for everyone on board in case of emergencies.
Extreme weather and natural disasters
- EarthquakesFiji is in an earthquake zone. There can be occasional tremors, which could trigger tsunami alerts. Make sure you understand the local safety procedures for earthquakes and tsunamis.
- Tropical cyclonesTropical cyclone season normally runs from November to April, but cyclones occur throughout the year. During the cyclone season there is a greater risk of strong winds and heavy rain. Cyclones can cause flooding and landslides, often damaging or blocking roads and resulting in road closures.
Headings and opening lines from the UK FCDO “Safety and security” travel advice for Fiji, updated 2026-08-10 (Open Government Licence v3.0). Read the full advice on gov.uk →
Country figures
- Homicide rate
- 2.37 /100k2024
- Income inequality
- Gini 30.72019
- Human development
- HDI 0.7312023
- Income
- $15,360/yrGNI per capita PPP
- Road deaths
- 13.5 /100kWHO, 2019
- Political stability
- 78/100WGI, 2024 · higher = more stable
- Rule of law
- 62/100WGI, 2024
- Corruption perceptions
- 55/100Transparency Intl, 2025 · higher = cleaner
- Natural-hazard risk
- 3.1/10EU INFORM, 2026 · higher = riskier
- Women, Peace & Security
- 0.73GIWPS, 2025 · 0-1, higher = better
- Air quality
- 6.4 µg/m³PM2.5, 2023 · WHO guideline is 5
- Safe drinking water
- 42%of population, 2024 · WHO/UNICEF JMP
- Healthcare capacity
- 0.8 doctors /1k1.9 hospital beds per 1,000
Natural hazards
- Tsunami
- 7.1/10EU INFORM, 2026 · higher = riskier
- Cyclone
- 6.8/10EU INFORM, 2026 · higher = riskier
- Drought
- 3.2/10EU INFORM, 2026 · higher = riskier
- Earthquake
- 3.0/10EU INFORM, 2026 · higher = riskier
Hazard types scoring under 1 out of 10 are not listed.
Same-sex sexual activity is legal in Fiji (as of 2025).
How Fiji compares
| Measure | Fiji | World median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homicide rate | 2.4 /100k | 2.4 /100k | −0.0 /100k |
| Income inequality (Gini) | 30.7 | 35.2 | −4.5 — better for Fiji |
| Human development (HDI) | 0.731 | 0.763 | −0.032 — better for World median |
| Road deaths | 13.5 /100k | 15.4 /100k | −1.9 /100k — better for Fiji |
| Rule of law | 62/100 | 52/100 | +10/100 — better for Fiji |
| Corruption perceptions | 55/100 | 39/100 | +16/100 — better for Fiji |
| Air quality (PM2.5) | 6.4 µg/m³ | 19.7 µg/m³ | −13.3 µg/m³ — better for Fiji |
| Natural-hazard risk | 3.1/10 | 3.8/10 | −0.7/10 — better for Fiji |
| Measure | Fiji | Oceania median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homicide rate | 2.4 /100k | 3.1 /100k | −0.7 /100k — better for Fiji |
| Income inequality (Gini) | 30.7 | 37.1 | −6.4 — better for Fiji |
| Human development (HDI) | 0.731 | 0.761 | −0.030 — better for Oceania median |
| Road deaths | 13.5 /100k | 11.1 /100k | +2.4 /100k — better for Oceania median |
| Rule of law | 62/100 | 76/100 | −14/100 — better for Oceania median |
| Corruption perceptions | 55/100 | 60/100 | −5/100 — better for Oceania median |
| Air quality (PM2.5) | 6.4 µg/m³ | 8.4 µg/m³ | −2.0 µg/m³ — better for Fiji |
| Natural-hazard risk | 3.1/10 | 3.5/10 | −0.4/10 — better for Fiji |
Medians, not means, so one extreme country cannot drag the reference value. Each row compares only the countries that have a published figure for that measure, and differences are plain arithmetic between stored values.
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