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Time in Fiji Right Now
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Fiji follows Fiji Time (FJT, UTC +12) throughout the entire year. The country, located in the South Pacific, usually stays on UTC +12 without seasonal changes unless the government declares Daylight Saving Time (DST) for a specific year.
Fiji’s major cities such as Suva, Nadi, Lautoka, Labasa, and Ba all maintain the same national time zone supporting consistent schedules for travel, business, government operations, and daily life.
Fiji Time Zone Info
IANA Time Zone: Pacific/Fiji
UTC Offset: UTC +12 hours
Time Zone Abbreviation: FJT (Fiji Time)
DST: Seasonal, only when officially announced (UTC +13)
DST Abbreviation: FJST (Fiji Summer Time)
Fiji shares its UTC +12 time with several neighbouring South-Pacific island nations.
Fiji time zone(s)
Fiji uses a single national time zone across the entire country.
| Time Zone | Example City/Region | UTC Offset |
|---|---|---|
| Fiji Time (FJT) | Suva, Nadi, Lautoka | UTC +12 |
| Fiji Summer Time (FJST, seasonal) | Suva (if declared) | UTC +13 |
The official IANA identifier for Fiji is Pacific/Fiji.
Daylight Saving Time in Fiji
Fiji sometimes observes Daylight Saving Time depending on government decisions. When DST is active, the country shifts to UTC +13, usually during the Southern Hemisphere summer months.
DST in Fiji is not fixed every year. When not in use, the country stays on UTC +12 throughout the year.
This keeps time simple and consistent with no seasonal change when DST is not declared.
Major cities in Fiji & their time
| City | Time Zone | Typical Offset |
|---|---|---|
| Suva | FJT | UTC +12 |
| Nadi | FJT | UTC +12 |
| Lautoka | FJT | UTC +12 |
| Labasa | FJT | UTC +12 |
| Ba | FJT | UTC +12 |
All major cities in Fiji follow the same standard time.
Brief info for Fiji time
Number of time zones: 1 (nationwide)
Capital city: Suva
Default time: Fiji Time (FJT)
Daylight Saving Time: Observed only in specific years
IANA Time Zone ID: Pacific/Fiji
Standard UTC Offset: UTC +12
DST Offset: UTC +13 (if applied)
Neighbouring countries with same time: Tuvalu, Wallis & Futuna, Nauru
Regional differences: None — uniform time across Fiji
Pros and Cons
Pros
Single national time — simplifies scheduling nationwide.
UTC +12 — predictable year-round timing.
UTC offset matches several Pacific island countries.
Beneficial for tourism, international travel, and business.
Extra hour of daylight during DST (if applied).
Cons
DST is not consistent every year — depends on government decisions.
Larger time difference with Western countries can affect communication.
Frequently Asked Questions
The country uses Fiji Time (FJT, UTC +12) throughout the year.
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Does Fiji observe Daylight Saving Time?
Some years Fiji observes DST and moves to UTC +13, but not every year.
What is Fiji’s official time zone?
The country’s official time zone is Fiji Time (FJT), with an offset of UTC +12.
How many time zones does Fiji have?
Fiji uses a single time zone nationwide.
Do neighbouring countries share the same time as Fiji?
Several nearby countries such as Tuvalu, Nauru, and Wallis & Futuna share UTC +12.
What do we know about Fiji’s IANA time zone ID?
Fiji’s IANA time zone is Pacific/Fiji.
How can I check the time difference between Fiji and another country?
Use the time converter to compare Fiji Time (UTC +12 or UTC +13) with other global time zones.