Fiji
The laws most likely to catch a visitor off guard. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.
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You can go to jail in Fiji for possession of any quantity of illegal drugs.
Jail for possession of any quantity.
§ Australian DFAT Smartraveller — FijiCustoms & Cash
Currency over FJD 10,000 (or the US-dollar equivalent) must be declared when entering or leaving Fiji.
§ US State Dept — FijiImports & Customs
Strict customs and biosecurity rules apply to importing food, plant material, animals and agricultural products into Fiji — declare all such items on arrival.
§ Australian DFAT Smartraveller — FijiDriving
Driving while intoxicated is illegal in Fiji, using a mobile phone while driving is illegal, and traffic moves on the left.
§ US State Dept — FijiLGBTQ+ Safety
Same-sex relationships are legal in Fiji, but some locals hold conservative attitudes and open displays of affection could cause offence, particularly in rural areas.
§ Australian DFAT Smartraveller — FijiPublic Conduct
Outside tourist areas Fiji's dress code is conservative — dress respectfully in village areas — and you can be arrested for being drunk and disorderly, including at the airport or on a plane.
Arrest for drunk and disorderly conduct; fines and detention for property damage or assault.
§ Australian DFAT Smartraveller — Fiji