{"metadata":{"generated":{"timestamp":1393624894,"date":"2014-02-28 23:01:34"}},"data":{"country-iso":"FJ","advisory-state":1,"has-advisory-warning":0,"has-regional-advisory":0,"has-content":1,"update-metadata":"","eng":{"name":"Fiji","url-slug":"fiji","friendly-date":"February 18, 2014 15:48 ","advisory-text":"Exercise a high degree of caution","recent-updates":"A minor editorial change was made.","advisories":"
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The decision to travel is your responsibility. You are also responsible for your personal safety abroad. The purpose of this Travel Advice is to provide up-to-date information to enable you to make well-informed decisions.<\/p>\n
On January 6, 2012, Fiji’s Public Order Act was updated, providing military and police with extensive powers of arrest and detention. Although the situation is currently calm, any provocation of the police or military should be avoided. Maintain a low profile, expect a number of police and military checkpoints, closely monitor local media and follow the advice of local authorities.<\/p>\n
Robbery and assault occur, particularly at night in urban areas. Petty crime, such as theft from hotel rooms and purse snatching, is prevalent. Armed assaults occur, even in hotels. Exercise caution at all times, and pay particular attention when exchanging money at hotels or withdrawing money from automatic banking machines (ABMs) or banks. Do not show signs of affluence. Do not share taxis with strangers. Ensure that your personal belongings, passports and other travel documents are secure at all times.<\/p>\n
Traffic drives on the left. Roads outside cities are unpaved. Driving can be hazardous, particularly after dark, due to potholes and stray animals. The maximum speed limit is 60km\/h.<\/p>\n
Use taxis with yellow registration plates, which denote recent compliance with Land Transport Authority regulations. Unlicensed minibuses may not be insured.<\/p>\n
Travel by boat on coastal waters and inter-islands trips should be undertaken only with a reputable tour company. If you are contemplating sea journeys, contact the Meteorological Office (tel.: 23401) or consult the Fiji Meteorological Service<\/a> website for weather reports.<\/p>\n Consult our Transportation Safety<\/a> page in order to verify if national airlines meet safety standards.<\/p>\n Do not walk alone after dark, avoid large gatherings and demonstrations of any size, avoid military installations and personnel, and follow the advice of local authorities.<\/p>\n Do not hike alone; the terrain can be hazardous. Consult with local guides before setting out, and stay on marked paths.<\/p>\n Riptides can be dangerous along the reefs and river estuaries. Several drownings have occurred. Sharks are present.<\/p>\n Dial 911 or 919.<\/p>","entry-exit":" It is the sole prerogative of each country or region to determine who is allowed to enter. Canadian consular officials cannot intervene on your behalf if you do not meet entry requirements. The following information on entry and exit requirements has been obtained from the Fijian authorities. However, these requirements are subject to change at any time. It is your responsibility to check with the Embassy of the Republic of Fiji<\/a> or one of its consulates<\/a> for up-to-date information. <\/strong><\/p>\n Official (special and diplomatic) passport holders must consult the Official Travel<\/a> page, as they may be subject to different entry requirements.<\/p>\n Canadians must present a passport<\/a> to visit Fiji, which must be valid for at least six months beyond the date of expected departure from that country.<\/p>\n Tourist visas are issued upon arrival for stays of up to four months.<\/p>\n Tourist visa: Required An onward or return ticket is required to visit Fiji.<\/p>\n A renewal or replacement of a Canadian passport in Fiji can take several weeks. Questions concerning Canadian immigration papers must be sent to the Consulate General of Canada in Sydney, Australia, which also takes several weeks. Landed immigrants should visit a Canadian immigration office prior to travelling to ensure that their papers are verified, and should always travel with original documents.<\/p>\n Children need special documentation to visit certain countries. Please consult our Children<\/a> page for more information.<\/p>\n Some countries require proof of yellow fever vaccination before allowing entry. Consult the World Health Organization’s country list<\/a> to obtain information on this country’s requirements.<\/p>","health":" Be sure that your routine vaccines<\/a> are up-to-date regardless of your travel destination.<\/p> You may be at risk for these vaccine-preventable diseases while travelling in this country. Talk to your travel health provider about which ones are right for you.<\/p> \n\tHepatitis A<\/a> is a disease of the liver spread by contaminated food or water. All those travelling to regions with a risk of hepatitis A infection should get vaccinated.<\/p>\n<\/details> \n\tHepatitis B<\/a> is a disease of the liver spread through blood or other bodily fluids. Travellers who may be exposed (e.g., through sexual contact, medical treatment or occupational exposure) should get vaccinated.<\/p>\n<\/details> \n\tSeasonal influenza<\/a> occurs worldwide. The flu season usually runs from November to April in the northern hemisphere, between April and October in the southern hemisphere and year round in the tropics. Influenza (flu) is caused by a virus spread from person to person when they cough or sneeze or through personal contact with unwashed hands. Get the flu shot.<\/p>\n<\/details> \n\tMeasles occurs worldwide but is a common disease in developing countries, particularly in parts of Africa and Asia. Measles<\/a> is a highly contagious disease. Be sure your vaccination against measles is up-to-date regardless of the travel destination. Yellow fever is a disease caused by the bite of an infected mosquito.<\/p> Travellers get vaccinated either because it is required to enter a country or because it is recommended for their protection.<\/p>General safety information<\/h3>\n
Emergency services<\/h3>\n
Passport<\/h3>\n
Visas<\/h3>\n
Business visa: Required
Work visa: Required<\/p>\nImportant requirements<\/h3>\n
Travel documentation<\/h3>\n
Children and travel<\/h3>\n
Yellow fever<\/h3>\n
Vaccines<\/summary>
Routine Vaccines<\/h3>
Vaccines to Consider<\/h3>
Hepatitis A<\/summary>
Hepatitis B<\/summary>
Influenza<\/summary>
Measles<\/summary>
\n\t <\/p>\n<\/details>Yellow Fever Vaccination<\/h3>