Residence & citizenship
Fijian Permanent Residence and Citizenship
Pathways to settle permanently in Fiji and to acquire Fijian citizenship by registration or naturalisation, for those making the country their long-term home.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Under review — check current rules
The naturalisation (5/10 years) and registration (3/5 years) residency rules and the quoted fees reflect the Citizenship of Fiji Act 2009 and the Ministry's fee page, but 2026 reforms may change qualifying periods and permanent-residence requirements; verify current statutory wording, dates and fees before relying on them.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Fiji government website before you apply.
On this page
- Official name
- Citizenship by Registration / Citizenship by Naturalisation
- Route type
- Permanent residence and citizenship
- Naturalisation residency
- Lawfully present 5 of the 10 years immediately before applying
- Registration residency (adult children/spouses)
- Lawfully present 3 of the 5 years immediately before applying
- Naturalisation fee
- FJD $5,750.00
- Former Fiji citizen (registration) fee
- FJD $3,450.00
Who it is for
- Long-term permit holders seeking permanent residence
- Children, former citizens and spouses of Fijian citizens (registration)
- Residents who meet the naturalisation residency period
Requirements
- Meet the qualifying lawful-residence period for the chosen route
- Be of good character and intend to continue residing in Fiji
- Adequate knowledge of English and of the responsibilities of citizenship (naturalisation)
- Police reports for the applicant (and spouse where relevant)
- Payment of the applicable registration or naturalisation fee
How to apply
- Lodge the citizenship application with the Ministry of Immigration
- Choose registration or naturalisation according to your circumstances
- Pay the relevant fee (e.g. FJD $5,750.00 naturalisation)
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.