Fiji
Republic of Fiji
People: Fijian
Fiji is an archipelago of over 330 islands in the South Pacific, famed for its coral reefs and rugby sevens dominance. Fiji is located in Melanesia and has a population of around 900,869. Its capital city is Suva, and the most widely spoken official language is English. As an island nation, Fiji has no land borders.
By the numbers, Fiji is the 160th most populous of the 196 countries covered on this site, home to 0.01% of the world's population. By land area it ranks 151st out of 196, with a population density of roughly 49 people per km².
Facts last checked 31 August 2026.
Fiji — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Republic of Fiji |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Suva |
| Continent | Oceania |
| Region | Melanesia |
| Population | 900,869 |
| Area | 18,272 km² |
| Currency | Fijian dollar (FJD) $ |
| Official Languages | English, Fiji Hindi, Fijian |
| Dialling Code | +679 |
| Internet TLD | .fj |
| Timezone | UTC+12:00 |
| Drives on the | Left side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | FJ / FJI |
| Borders | Island nation / no land borders |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Fiji
What is the capital and currency of Fiji?
The capital of Fiji is Suva and the currency is the Fijian dollar (FJD), symbol $.
What is the capital of Fiji?
The capital of Fiji is Suva.
What currency does Fiji use?
Fiji uses the Fijian dollar (FJD, symbol: $).
What language do they speak in Fiji?
The official languages of Fiji are English and Fiji Hindi and Fijian.
What is the dialling code for Fiji?
The international dialling code for Fiji is +679.
What side of the road does Fiji drive on?
Fiji drives on the left-hand side of the road.
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