Get Your Fiji Dual Citizenship — Learn How to Apply
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Eligibility Overview
- By Birth: Individuals born in Fiji to at least one parent who is a Fijian citizen are granted citizenship automatically.
- By Descent: Children born outside Fiji to a Fijian citizen parent can register for citizenship by descent through a Fijian mission abroad.
- By Marriage: Foreign spouses of Fijian citizens can apply for naturalization after meeting residency and legal requirements.
- By Naturalization: Foreigners can apply after at least 5 years of lawful residence, with good character and knowledge of Fiji’s civic life.
- By Re-acquisition: Former Fijian citizens who lost their citizenship by acquiring another nationality may apply to restore it.
- Dual Citizenship Allowed: Since 2009, Fiji allows dual citizenship for both new applicants and returning former citizens.
Step-by-Step Process
- Determine your path: descent, marriage, naturalization, or re-acquisition.
- Submit an application to the Department of Immigration in Fiji or at a Fijian embassy.
- Provide proof of descent, marriage, or long-term residence as required.
- Attend an interview or take an oath of allegiance if necessary.
- Receive your citizenship certificate and update your legal status.
Benefits of Fijian Citizenship
- Live and work freely in Fiji
- Own property under your name
- Obtain a Fijian passport
- Access government services and public programs
- Keep your other nationality — Fiji allows dual citizenship
Frequently asked questions.
Does Fiji allow dual citizenship?
Yes. Fiji permits dual citizenship under its 2009 Citizenship Act. Citizens are not required to renounce their existing nationality when acquiring or restoring Fijian citizenship.
Can I inherit Fijian citizenship from my parent?
Yes. If one of your parents is a Fijian citizen, you can apply for citizenship by descent, even if you were born outside Fiji.
Can I get Fijian citizenship through marriage?
Yes. Foreign spouses can apply for citizenship by naturalization, provided they meet the required period of residence and legal conditions.
Can former Fijian citizens regain their nationality?
Yes. Fiji allows former citizens who gave up their Fijian nationality to regain it through re-acquisition procedures.
Do I have to pay taxes in both countries?
Fiji taxes residents on worldwide income and non-residents on Fijian-sourced income. A tax advisor can help you determine obligations under dual citizenship status.