Travel essentials for Fiji
Adapters, plugs, tap water, tipping and health basics.
Power & adapters
No adapter needed
Fiji uses the same Type I plug and 240V supply as Australia. No adapter needed. Some older resorts have limited power points, so a small powerboard is handy.
240V, 50Hz
Tap water
Safe to drink
Tap water is treated and safe in Nadi, Denarau and Suva. On outer islands and in villages, stick to bottled or boiled water.
Staying connected
Good on Viti Levu and the main resort islands, limited on remote outer islands.
Vodafone Fiji and Digicel both support eSIM. Resort wi-fi is often slow and sometimes charged - a local eSIM is usually cheaper and faster.
Compare Fiji eSIMsHealth risks
- Dengue fever
- Leptospirosis after heavy rain
- Coral cuts and marine stings
- Limited medical facilities outside Nadi and Suva
Emergency numbers in Fiji
| All emergencies | 911 |
|---|---|
| Police | 917 |
| Ambulance | 911 |
| Fire | 910 |
| Australian consulate | Australian High Commission Suva - +679 338 2211 |
Tipping and everyday costs
Not traditionally expected. Many resorts run a staff Christmas fund box instead of individual tipping, which is the customary way to give.
What screening will actually let you pack
Half of what goes in the bag is decided by someone else. What you can take on a plane sets out the Australian rules item by item - power banks, liquids, scissors, aerosols - and what has to be declared at the border on the way home.
More Fiji essentials
Further reading: Power adapters by country: what Australians actually need to pack
How these comparisons are made
Plug types, voltages and frequencies come from the international electrotechnical standards data for each country, stated per destination with what that means for Australian appliances specifically - what needs an adapter, what needs a converter, and what should stay home. Read the full editorial policy.
Fiji travel essentials FAQs
Do I need a power adapter for Fiji?
No. Fiji uses the same Type I plug and 240V power as Australia, so your chargers work straight out of the bag.
Is tap water safe in Fiji?
In Nadi, Denarau and Suva, yes. On outer islands and in villages, stick to bottled or boiled water.
Planning Fiji?
We will send you the Fiji guide as it grows - what to book before you go, which eSIM and travel card are worth it there, and what things actually cost in Australian dollars.