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🇫🇯 Do you need an IDP to drive in Fiji?

IDP usually not required· no specific convention· Last reviewed 18 Jun 2026

Short answer

Usually not — most visitors can drive in Fiji on a valid national driving licence during a short tourist stay. A certified translation can still make police and rental checks smoother, especially for non-Latin-script licences.

Driving in Fiji: the rule explained

Fiji drives on the LEFT and accepts a valid home licence printed in English for short tourist stays — the UK FCDO confirms a UK licence can be used directly. If the licence is not in English, an IDP or certified English translation is needed to satisfy rental firms and authorities. Roads are often in poor condition and driving standards are low.

Exemption: Holders of English-language licences (e.g. UK, Australia, NZ, US, Canada) can drive on the home licence without an IDP; an IDP is needed only when the licence is not in English.

Renting a car in Fiji

Most rental companies require a full (non-provisional) licence held for one to two years; if it is not in English they require an IDP or translation alongside it. Minimum rental age is typically 21+.

Motorcycles & scooters: A valid motorcycle entitlement on the home licence is required to hire a scooter or motorcycle.

What to carry when driving in Fiji

  • Original driving license (physical card)
  • Passport with valid visa/entry stamp
  • Translation companion or certified translation of your license
  • Proof of insurance covering the destination
  • Certified English translation or IDP if licence is not in English

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Translation companion

A certified, multi-language translation of your licence to carry alongside it. It is not an IDP and does not replace one.

Fiji: frequently asked questions

Do I need an International Driving Permit (IDP) to drive in Fiji?
Usually not — most visitors can drive in Fiji on a valid national driving licence during a short tourist stay. A certified translation can still make police and rental checks smoother, especially for non-Latin-script licences. Fiji drives on the LEFT and accepts a valid home licence printed in English for short tourist stays — the UK FCDO confirms a UK licence can be used directly. If the licence is not in English, an IDP or certified English translation is needed to satisfy rental firms and authorities. Roads are often in poor condition and driving standards are low.
Is a translated driving licence accepted in Fiji?
A certified translation companion helps officials and car-rental desks in Fiji read your licence, but it does not replace an IDP where one is legally required. Always carry your original national licence with it.
What do I need to rent a car in Fiji?
Most rental companies require a full (non-provisional) licence held for one to two years; if it is not in English they require an IDP or translation alongside it. Minimum rental age is typically 21+.

Official sources

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