Republic of the Fiji Islands (Fiji)

Is a independent political entity in the continent of Oceania.

Its center lies at a latitude of -18 and longitude of 178.

Republic of the Fiji Islands also goes by the names, Feeje, Ficiyuaens, Ficiyuäns, FidIi, Fidji, Fidjieyjar, Fidj·i, Fidschi, Fidsi, Fidsí, Fidxi - Viti, Fidzhi, Fidzi, Fidzis, Fidzsi, Fidzsi-szigetek, Fidzy, FidĪi, Fidżi, Fidži, Fidžis, Figgi, Figi, Figioj, Figoj, Fiji,

The prodominant languages spoken are en-FJ (English) fj (Fijian) and its currency is the Dollar (FJD),

Republic of the Fiji Islands currently has a population of 876000 (estimate).

Regions within Republic of the Fiji Islands

Largest Cities within Republic of the Fiji Islands

Travel Advice Summary from British Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO)

Country: Fiji

Published: Mon, 02 Apr 2012 08:30:00 GMT

Travel Summary

The tropical cyclone season in Fiji normally runs from November to April. A tropical depression is currently affecting the Fiji group, causing severe flooding in the western division. A State of Natural Disaster was declared for parts of the western division of Viti Levu with effect from Friday 30 March and a tropical cyclone alert was issued on 2 April. Travellers are strongly advised to monitor the latest weather bulletins on the Fiji Meteorological Service website, in local newspapers and on Radio Fiji 2 on 105 FM, and to follow the advice of the local authorities. See http://www.fiji.gov.fj and http://www.ndmo.gov.fj See also Natural Disasters and Health sections.

Almost 25,000 British nationals visit Fiji every year. Most visits to Fiji are trouble-free. See General - Consular Assistance - Statistics. Travellers should take extra care when visiting isolated locations, especially when travelling alone.

Women travelling alone should exercise caution to ensure their personal security. There have been serious cases of sexual assaults against foreign nationals in Fiji. See our Victims of Crime and Women Travellers pages.

Restrictions on public meetings and freedom of speech are in place under the Public Order Act. You should avoid all political rallies and avoid openly discussing political issues. See Safety and Security - Political Situation.

Register with our LOCATE service to tell us when and where you are travelling abroad or where you live abroad so our consular and crisis staff can provide better assistance to you in an emergency.

There is a low threat from terrorism in Fiji. Attacks can be frequent, including those frequented by expatriates and foreign travellers.