Fiji visa options for France passport holders

Visa types & longer-stay routes for Fiji

Rules are written for foreign nationals generally; many Western nationalities (e.g. US, UK, EU, Australia, NZ, Canada) are visa-exempt and receive a visitor permit on arrival, while non-exempt nationalities must obtain a visa before travel.

• Most nomadsTourist

  Visitor Permit / Visitor Visa (short-stay)

  Up to 4 months on arrival; extendable once by up to 2 further months (max ~6 months total). Verify per nationality.

  Insurance

  Recommendedno health-insurance requirement stated by Fiji immigration, but private travel/medical cover is strongly advised as healthcare is paid out-of-pocket.

  Good for

  Tourists, people visiting friends/family, and short holidaymakers. Visa-exempt nationals get the permit on arrival; non-exempt nationals must obtain a visitor visa (Single Entry Visa, valid 3 months, approx FJD 93; or Multiple Entry Visa, valid 12 months, approx FJD 185) before travelling.

  Requirement

  Passport valid 6+ months, confirmed return/onward ticket, proof of sufficient funds, and accommodation confirmation. Non-exempt nationals need an approved visa first.

• Business

  Business Visitor Visa/Permit

  Typically up to 4 months; note Fiji states business visitors' permits are generally not extendable. Verify.

  Insurance

  Recommendednot mandated by immigration, but private medical/travel cover advised.

  Good for

  Short-term visitors attending business meetings, workshops, training or professional activities (not local employment).

  Requirement

  Passport valid 6+ months, invitation/supporting letter for the business purpose, return ticket and proof of funds; non-exempt nationals must hold an approved visa before arrival.

• Work

  Work Permit (Employment)

  Short-term permits valid 1 year or less; long-term work permits valid up to 3 years (renewable).

  Insurance

  Requiredimmigration does not state an insurance requirement; a medical examination is required and private cover is advised.

  Good for

  Non-citizens taking up employment in Fiji (general employment, NGOs, maritime/fishing, secondments), sponsored by a Fiji employer.

  Requirement

  Employer sponsorship and a compliant employment contract, completed medical form, terms-and-conditions and consent forms. Visitor-permit holders may NOT apply in-country and must apply from outside Fiji.

• Study

  Student Permit

  Tied to the academic programme/course length; permit fee approx FJD 321. Verify duration with the institution/immigration.

  Insurance

  Requiredno explicit insurance requirement stated, but a recent medical report is required and private health cover is advised.

  Good for

  Foreign students enrolled at Fiji secondary, vocational, tertiary institutions or universities (primary years 1-8 not accepted).

  Requirement

  Acceptance letter from the institution, proof of funds (sponsor bank statement/pay slip), letter of support from a local guardian/sponsor, confirmed return ticket and recent medical report.

• Residence

  Investor Permit (Residence)

  Multi-year residence permit (reported as a 3-year permit for smaller investments and a 7-year permit for larger ones). Investment thresholds are set by FTIB and reported figures vary across sources (e.g. approx FJD 250,000-500,000 for the longer 7-year permit) - verify directly with FTIB/immigration.

  Insurance

  Requirednot stated as mandatory by immigration; private medical cover advised.

  Good for

  Non-citizen investors running an FTIB-approved business in Fiji and seeking longer-term residence.

  Requirement

  FTIB investment approval letter and Foreign Investment Certificate, completed application, certified passport copy, police clearances and a recent medical report.

• Residence

  Residence on Assured Income Permit (Retirement / Long-stay)

  Renewable residence permit (commonly reported as 3 years per term; application fee approx FJD 650). This is a temporary/renewable pathway, not automatic permanent residence. Verify duration.

  Insurance

  Recommended/verify - some secondary guides state applicants must hold valid health insurance, but this is not clearly confirmed on the official immigration page; confirm the current insurance requirement before applying.

  Good for

  Financially self-sufficient non-citizens aged 45+ (retirees/independent means) with assets abroad who do not intend to work in Fiji.

  Requirement

  Aged 45+, proof of sufficient offshore assets/income so as not to be a charge on public funds (a minimum local bank deposit and assured annual income apply - figures vary by source, approx FJD 30,000/year reported; verify), offshore bank statements, police report and recent medical report.

• Transit

  Transit Visa

  Short transit period only (duration tied to onward connection). Verify.

  Insurance

  OptionalNot required - no insurance requirement stated for transit.

  Good for

  Travellers passing through Fiji en route to another country, where the stopover exceeds about 3 hours and the traveller's nationality is not visa-exempt.

  Requirement

  Onward ticket and valid entry documents for the final destination; passport valid 6+ months.

Figures vary by nationality and are set case-by-case by Fiji's Ministry of Immigration and FTIB; always verify on immigration.gov.fj before travel. Last checked: 2026-06.

Last verified June 2026

France → Fiji: frequently asked

Do France passport holders need a visa to visit Fiji?

Visa-free · up to 120 days. Enter without a visa, usually for a set number of days. Always confirm with the official source before booking.

Can a France passport holder live or work long-term in Fiji?

Yes, via a long-stay visa. Fiji has 7 documented visa types covering work, study, residence and — where it exists — digital-nomad routes.

Do I need travel insurance for Fiji?

Entry to Fiji never includes health cover, so travel medical insurance is strongly recommended. Several Fiji visas also require proof of insurance before they're granted.