🇫🇯 Fiji · Naturalisation
Fijian Citizenship by Naturalization (5-of-10 years, Citizenship Act 2009) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Criminal record | Clean record / police clearance |
| Age range | 18–None |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €2,350 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 60 months. Citizenship possible after 5 years.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://immigration.gov.fj/by-registration/.
- Typical processing: ~21 days.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
Criminal record
“Police reports are required for applicants residing in Fiji for more than 12 months.”
https://immigration.gov.fj/by-registration/ · verified 2026-06-10
Age range
“Applicants must be above the age of 18 to apply for citizenship by naturalization.”
https://immigration.gov.fj/by-registration/ · verified 2026-06-10
Application fee
https://immigration.gov.fj/by-registration/ · verified 2026-06-10
Years to citizenship
https://immigration.gov.fj/by-registration/ · verified 2026-06-10
Open to all nationalities
https://immigration.gov.fj/by-registration/ · verified 2026-06-10
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-10.