Fiji Scams: Tourist, Online & Investment Fraud Guide
Common scams affecting tourists and residents in Fiji, with official reporting routes through the Fiji Police Force.
Emergency number: 911 — verify on official sources.
Last reviewed: 1 June 2026
Fiji is a major Pacific tourism hub, attracting visitors to Suva, Nadi and the outer islands for resorts, diving and cultural experiences. Tourists encounter overcharging taxis, fake excursion booking agents and beach-vendor pressure tactics, while residents increasingly face online fraud including phishing, fake investment schemes and social media scams. The Fiji Police Force at police.gov.fj and the emergency number 911 are the primary reporting channels, and a dedicated Cybercrime Unit within the Criminal Investigations Department handles cyber-related offences.
Common scams
- Phishing messages impersonating Fijian banks or mobile services
- Investment and crypto fraud promoted via social media
- Fake online marketplace listings with advance payment
- Romance scams escalating to financial requests
Tourist-specific scams
- Overcharging unlicensed taxis at Nadi International Airport
- Fake resort or villa booking websites listing non-existent properties
- Overpriced or unofficial island-hopping and dive operators
- Beach-vendor pressure selling with inflated prices
Online shopping scams
- Fake social media shops with counterfeit or non-existent goods
- Delivery fee SMS scams impersonating courier services
- Phishing links targeting online banking credentials
Job scams
- Fake resort or overseas job ads requiring advance fees
- Task scams via messaging apps escalating into deposit demands
Romance scams
- Dating-app grooming escalating to investment or money requests
- Fake online partners seeking emergency wire transfers
Investment scams
- Fake forex and crypto platforms promoted on social media
- Pig-butchering combining romance with fabricated investment portals
How to report a scam here
- Contact your bank immediately to freeze affected accounts
- Call 911 to reach the Fiji Police Force for urgent matters
- Report cybercrime to the Criminal Investigations Department Cyber Division via police.gov.fj
- Preserve all screenshots, messages and transaction receipts as evidence
Local reporting & protection links
Always verify reporting routes and emergency contacts on the official government or agency website for your country.
Bank & payment guidance
Contact your bank immediately using the official number on your card. Request an emergency hold on fraudulent transfers. Obtain a Fiji Police Force case number from police.gov.fj for formal bank disputes.
Evidence to preserve
- Screenshot all messages, profiles, websites and payment pages
- Save transaction references, account numbers and crypto wallet addresses
- Keep emails with full headers where possible
- Note dates, times, names and phone numbers used
Frequently asked questions
Does Fiji have a dedicated cybercrime unit?
Yes. The Fiji Police Force maintains a Cybercrime Unit within the Criminal Investigations Department that monitors online activity and investigates phishing, online fraud and computer-enabled crimes. Report via police.gov.fj or by calling 911.
Sources
- National police and cybercrime portals (verify on official sites)
- FTC / Action Fraud / Scamwatch consumer guidance