Q. Where is Fiji located?
The Republic of the Fiji Islands consists of over 320 islands, located between 15 and 22 degrees south latitude and 177 west to 175 east latitude, with a total area of 18,376 square kilometres. With the 180 degrees meridian running across Fiji, the island nation is one of the first to see each new day. Local time is 12 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time. The two major islands (accounting for 87% of the population) are Vanua Levu and the main island of Viti Levu, on which Naisoso Island is situated.

Q. Where is Naisoso Island located?
Naisoso is located just west of Port Denarau. It is connected to Denarau by bridge or you can get there by boat or ferry.

Q. What are the people of Fiji like?
Fiji is a nation rich in a diversity of multi-racial cultures. Her people live in harmony and peace. The main races are indigenous Fijians, Indo-Fijians, Rotumans, Chinese and Europeans. The native Fijians live throughout the country and on the islands, while the Indo-Fijians reside primarily near the urban centers and in the cane-producing areas of the two main islands. In a nut-shell a rich mixture of people known as the friendliest people in the world.

Q. What is the main language spoken?
English is the official language and very widely spoken, however the locals often break into their mother tongue of Fijian or Hindi when speaking amongst themselves. English is compulsory for children to learn at School.

Q. What Flights are available to Fiji?
Nadi International Airport is on the west coast of Viti Levu. The main carriers are Air New Zealand, Air Pacific and Qantas and Pacific (Virgin) Blue with direct flights from Los Angeles, Hawaii, Auckland, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Tokyo. Freedom Air offers discounted flights from New Zealand and Korean Air offers direct flights from Seoul. There are also flights by Aircalin, Air Vanuatu, Solomon Airlines, and direct flights from New Caledonia, Cooks, Nauru and Wallis.

Q. How do I get from the International Airport to Naisoso?
The International Airport is located at Nadi which is approximately 15-20 minutes from Nadi Town. Our agents, Bayleys Real Estate, can arrange for you to be picked up if you require assistance, or otherwise there are many taxis and transfer vans at the airport to get you to Naisoso Island. The cost is approximately $25.00 FJD

Q. Is Naisoso Freehold land?
Yes, it is Freehold and importantly only 8.2% of Fijian island land can be bought outright. The remainder is reserved for Native Lease or Crown Lease. The Minister of Lands consent must be obtained for purchase over one acre of freehold land to non-residents and some homesites on Naisoso are larger than 1 acre.

Q. Can a non-resident buy property in Fiji?
Yes, You do not need to be a citizen of Fiji to purchase land in Fiji. Non-resident investors can purchase personal real estate property. However if the freehold property is larger than one acre than the Minister of land's approval must be sought first. Your attorney will arrange for all these requirements to be met.

Q. Is there stamp duty payable?
Stamp duty is payable on all conveyances of real property prior to settlement, as well as real property leases. Stamp duty on real property conveyances is 2%. Real property leases carry a stamp duty of 1% on the annual gross rent.

Q. Is there a Capital Gains Tax in Fiji?
No, there is no capital gains tax in Fiji. Usually personal residences are not subject to tax on sale.

Q. Is there a VAT (Value added Tax) or GST (Goods and Services Tax) payable on goods and services in Fiji ?
Yes, currently the VAT payable on goods and services in Fiji is 12.5% which you will have to pay when purchasing land at Naisoso. NB. You must ensure that the VAT payment is clearly stated in the Sales and Purchase Agreement.

Q. What is the Expat lifestyle like in Fiji?
The lifestyle is great with a sense of community only found in such smaller communities. The lifestyle is relaxed and friendly and most communities have a busy social scene.