The +679 country code connects you to Fiji, an archipelago of more than 330 islands in the South Pacific. Fiji sits roughly 2,000 km north of New Zealand, with a population of around 930,000 split mainly between the two largest islands — Viti Levu (home to the capital Suva and the tourist hub Nadi) and Vanua Levu. The country has close ties to Australia, New Zealand, and India, with large Fijian and Indo-Fijian communities in all three countries.
Quick answer: Fiji's country code is +679. Phone numbers are 7 digits with no area codes. Landlines start with 3, 6, or 8 depending on the geographic division. Mobiles start with 7 or 9. There is no trunk prefix — dial the 7-digit number directly after +679.
How to call Fiji: quick reference
Fiji uses a 7-digit numbering system with no area codes or trunk prefix. Dial +679 followed by the 7-digit local number.
| Calling from | Dialing format |
|---|---|
| Australia | 0011-679-[local number] |
| New Zealand | 00-679-[local number] |
| US/Canada mobile | +679 [local number] |
| US/Canada landline | 011-679-[local number] |
| India | 00-679-[local number] |
Understanding Fiji phone numbers
All Fijian phone numbers are 7 digits. The first digit tells you whether you're calling a landline or mobile, and for landlines, which part of the country.
Landline numbers
Landlines are operated by Telecom Fiji (part of Amalgamated Telecom Holdings) and follow geographic prefixes by division:
| Prefix | Division | Major cities |
|---|---|---|
| 3xx xxxx | Central/Eastern | Suva, Nausori, Levuka |
| 6xx xxxx | Western | Nadi, Lautoka, Ba |
| 8xx xxxx | Northern | Labasa, Savusavu |
Mobile numbers
Mobile numbers also have 7 digits and typically start with 7 or 9. Both Vodafone Fiji and Digicel Fiji assign numbers in these ranges, so you can't always tell the carrier from the prefix alone.
Mobile carriers in Fiji
Vodafone Fiji
The dominant mobile carrier, serving the large majority of Fiji's mobile subscribers. Vodafone provides 4G/LTE coverage across most of Viti Levu and Vanua Levu, with coverage thinning on smaller outer islands. Vodafone Fiji is part of the ATH group (not related to the UK/European Vodafone Group).
Digicel Fiji
The second mobile operator, entering the market in 2008. Digicel covers the main population centers and brought price competition that lowered mobile rates. Coverage on outer islands is more limited than Vodafone's.
Telecom Fiji (TFL)
Handles the fixed-line network. TFL is part of Amalgamated Telecom Holdings (ATH), the same group that owns Vodafone Fiji. Landline service is reliable in urban areas but less so in rural and island locations.
Don't confuse +679 with nearby codes
| Code | Country | Why it's confused |
|---|---|---|
| +676 | Tonga | Neighboring Pacific island nation, code differs by only 3 digits |
| +685 | Samoa | Another Pacific 6xx code, sometimes mixed up in the region |
| +64 | New Zealand | Close ties to Fiji; some people try +64 for Fiji numbers by mistake |
The +67x block covers several Pacific nations: +670 is Timor-Leste, +672 is Norfolk Island, +673 is Brunei, +674 is Nauru, +675 is Papua New Guinea, +676 is Tonga, +677 is Solomon Islands, +678 is Vanuatu, and +679 is Fiji. Off by one digit and you'll reach a different country.
Time zone considerations
Fiji Standard Time is UTC+12, making it one of the first countries to see each new day. During daylight saving time (roughly November through January), clocks move to UTC+13.
| Your time zone | Time in Fiji (FJT, UTC+12) | Best calling window |
|---|---|---|
| Sydney (AEDT, UTC+11) | +1 hour | 9 AM - 9 PM your time |
| Auckland (NZDT, UTC+13) | -1 hour | 9 AM - 9 PM your time |
| London (GMT, UTC+0) | +12 hours | Early morning your time |
| New York (EST, UTC-5) | +17 hours | Late afternoon/evening your time |
| Los Angeles (PST, UTC-8) | +20 hours | Early afternoon your time |
| Mumbai (IST, UTC+5:30) | +6.5 hours | Morning your time |
During Fiji's DST (UTC+13), add another hour to the difference. The large gap from North America and Europe means you'll often be calling in the early morning or late evening on one end.
Communication in Fiji
Business hours and culture
Fijian business hours are typically 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday. Fiji has a relaxed pace — "Fiji time" is a real concept, and meetings may not start punctually. For business calls, mid-morning (10 AM - 12 PM Fiji time) tends to work best.
Network quality
Mobile coverage on Viti Levu and Vanua Levu is good, especially around Suva, Nadi, and Lautoka. The Southern Cross and Tui-Samoa submarine cables give Fiji solid international connectivity. Outer islands and remote highland areas may have patchy or no coverage. Satellite phones are still used in some of these locations.
Messaging habits
WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger are widely used for personal and increasingly for business communication. Viber also has a presence. For remote island communities, phone calls remain the primary way to stay in touch when mobile signal is available.
The Fiji diaspora
Where Fijians live abroad
Around 200,000 ethnic Fijians and Indo-Fijians live outside the country. Australia (especially Sydney and Brisbane) and New Zealand (especially Auckland) are the largest destination countries. There are also communities in the United States (California in particular), Canada, and the United Kingdom. Much of the Indo-Fijian emigration followed the political instability of the 1987 and 2006 coups.
Why they call
Family connections remain strong. Remittances from overseas Fijians are a significant part of the economy, and phone calls accompany money transfers to check on relatives, coordinate support, and stay in touch through births, funerals, and community events. Fiji Day (October 10) and the Christmas-New Year period see peaks in international call traffic. Methodist church and Hindu temple communities abroad also maintain regular contact with congregations back home.
Dialing examples
Calling a Suva landline from Australia
To reach a Suva landline like 330 1234, dial: 0011 679 330 1234. From a mobile, you can also use +679 330 1234.
Calling a Fiji mobile from the US
To call a Fijian mobile number like 700 5678, dial: 011 679 700 5678 from a US landline, or +679 700 5678 from a mobile phone.
Calling a Nadi landline from New Zealand
To reach a Nadi landline like 670 2345, dial: 00 679 670 2345, or +679 670 2345 from a mobile.
Calling a Fiji mobile from India
To call a Fijian mobile like 920 4567 from India, dial: 00 679 920 4567, or +679 920 4567 from a mobile.
Common mistakes to avoid
Adding a trunk prefix that doesn't exist
Fiji has no trunk prefix (no leading 0). If you see a Fijian number written as 330 1234, dial +679 330 1234 — not +679 0 330 1234. Adding a 0 gives you an 8-digit number that won't connect.
Confusing Fiji (+679) with Tonga (+676)
These codes differ by just three digits, and both are Pacific island nations. Double-check before dialing. A call to +676 reaches Tonga, not Fiji.
Forgetting the DST shift
Fiji observes daylight saving time from roughly November to January, moving from UTC+12 to UTC+13. If you're scheduling calls around the clock change, verify the current offset or you'll be an hour off.
Assuming coverage on outer islands
Mobile coverage on the two main islands is solid, but the smaller islands in the Lau Group, Lomaiviti, and Rotuma may have limited or no signal. If you can't reach someone on an outer island, they may simply be out of range.
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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
What country code is +679?
+679 is the country code for Fiji, an archipelago of over 330 islands in the South Pacific.
How many digits are in a Fijian phone number?
Fijian phone numbers have 7 digits. There are no area codes. The full international format is +679 followed by the 7-digit local number.
Does Fiji have a trunk prefix?
No. Fiji does not use a trunk prefix. When calling locally within Fiji, just dial the 7-digit number. When calling from abroad, dial +679 plus the 7-digit number.
What time zone is Fiji in?
Fiji is in UTC+12 (Fiji Standard Time). During daylight saving time, roughly November through January, it shifts to UTC+13. Fiji is one of the first places in the world to see each new day.
How much does it cost to call Fiji?
With CallSky, calls to Fiji start at $0.53/min on the Premium plan and $0.56/min on the Economy plan. Rates apply to both landlines and mobiles.
Looking for other Pacific dialing guides? See Tonga (+676), Samoa (+685), or browse all country codes.