Nationality of Fiji: all obtaining pathways
Fiji requires five of the last ten years of residence for naturalization — a regime tightened to eight of ten under the 2026 reform, which additionally allows the ordinary PR route from 2035. Registration through marriage or descent requires three of the last five years.
1Citizenship by birth
Citizenship by birth
Requirements
- Every child born in Fiji on or from 10 April 2009 is a citizen at birth, save for exceptions (arts. 5-6 of the Citizenship of Fiji Act 2009)
Documentation
- Fijian birth certificate
2Registration — children of Fijians born abroad, and minors with a citizen parent
Registration — children of Fijians born abroad, and minors with a citizen parent
Requirements
- Minor child of Fijian citizen father or mother (sections 8(1) and (3) of the 2009 Act; registration plus passport)
- Child over 18 of a Fijian citizen: legal residence on permit or under a valid exemption during 3 of the 5 years immediately before (visitor and student permits do not count)
Documentation
- Citizenship form (sections A,B,C,G,I plus Certificates A/B)
- Birth records and proof of the parent's citizenship
- Photographs, certified translations
3Registration by marriage to a Fijian citizen
Registration by marriage to a Fijian citizen
Requirements
- Foreign spouse of a Fijian citizen (section 8(7) of the 2009 Act)
- Valid legal residence during 3 of the 5 years immediately before the application
Documentation
- Form plus Certificate B with 2 referees
- Marriage certificate
- Proof of permit/residence
4Registration of a former citizen (former citizen)
Registration of a former citizen (former citizen)
Requirements
- A Fijian who lost citizenship on being naturalised in another country may reapply for it by registration (sections 8(6) and Part 5 cl. 14) — no restriction applies for holding other citizenships
Documentation
- Form with proof of previous Fijian citizenship (sections A,E,I plus Certificate B)
- Authenticated photographs, passports and certificates of the other citizenship
5Naturalization (current regime and the 2026 reform)
Naturalization (current regime and the 2026 reform)
Requirements
- An adult with lawful presence in Fiji totalling 5 of the 10 years immediately before the application (section 11 of the 2009 Act)
- Good character, intention to reside, and sufficient knowledge of the language and of the duties and privileges of citizenship
- The 2026 amendment (Bill 8 of 2026): from its entry into force until 1/1/2035, legal residence of 8 of the 10 years; from 1/1/2035 a valid permanent residence permit is additionally required
- Renunciation of another citizenship is not demanded (dual nationality allowed, section 11(2))
Documentation
- Citizenship form with section H plus Certificate B
- Proof of legal residence (permits)
- Police report and qualifications
Frequently asked questions about the nationality of Fiji
How many years of residence does Fiji require to naturalize?
According to the main pathway of Fiji (Naturalization (current regime and the 2026 reform)), the term is 5 of the last 10 years (8/10 under the 2026 reform; PR from 2035). The complete details of requirements and exceptions appear in the fact sheet.
Does Fiji allow dual nationality?
Renunciation of another citizenship is not demanded (dual nationality allowed, section 11(2))
How much does the nationality of Fiji cost?
The official fee referenced in the fact sheet is F$506 adult / F$374 minor / F$3,450 former citizen. Check the linked official source on each pathway in case it has changed.
Can the nationality of Fiji be obtained by marriage?
Yes, through the Registration by marriage to a Fijian citizen pathway (3 of the last 5 years). The complete requirements appear in the fact sheet of that pathway.
What documentation does naturalization in Fiji require?
The Naturalization pathway requires: Citizenship form with section H plus Certificate B; Proof of legal residence (permits); Police report and qualifications.
What pathways exist to obtain the nationality of Fiji?
Fiji provides 5 pathways: Citizenship by birth, Registration — children of Fijians born abroad, and minors with a citizen parent, Registration by marriage to a Fijian citizen, Registration of a former citizen, Naturalization.
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