Nepalis in Fiji
Online Psychiatrist for Nepalis in Fiji
The Nepali community in Fiji is small, and includes workers, professionals, students and families. If you are one of them, Dr. Kushal Kharel and our other doctors can see you by video consultation, in Nepali or English. This page covers the time difference, common pressures and where to turn in an emergency in Fiji.
Key takeaways
- Dr. Kushal Kharel, Consultant Psychiatrist and founder of Kathmandu Mental Health Clinic, provides online psychiatry video consultation for Nepalis in Fiji.
- Video consultation through Google Meet or WhatsApp video call, or by phone if video is not possible. Nepal is 6 h 15 min behind Fiji.
- In an emergency in Fiji, call 911 (emergency) · 917 (police) · 910 (fire) now. Crisis line: Lifeline Fiji 132454. This clinic is not an emergency service.
Nepalis in Fiji: life, work and study
Because the Nepali community in Fiji is small, some people go months without speaking Nepali to anyone except by phone. Island life and long distances from other communities can add to the feeling of being far away, and internet quality can vary between towns and islands.
The table below shows the current time difference between Fiji and Nepal.
Fiji is hot and humid, and cyclone season runs from November to April, which can disturb sleep, work and travel. With a small Nepali community, it may be hard to find anyone to talk to in Nepali. Online sessions can be a regular connection point, planned around your work and the weather.
Common pressures for Nepalis in Fiji
These are common experiences, not a diagnosis. If several feel familiar and have lasted for weeks, it is worth talking to someone.
- Being one of very few Nepalis where you live.
- Weak or unreliable internet, which makes it hard to keep in touch.
- Being a very long way from Nepal, and from family.
- Money, contract and permit worries.
- Loneliness, low mood and poor sleep.
Related guides: stress and burnout, sleep problems and depression.
Time difference between Fiji and Nepal
Nepal is at UTC+5:45 all year, with no daylight saving.
| Where you are | Time difference | Evening example |
|---|---|---|
| Suva and all of Fiji | Nepal is 6 h 15 min behind | 8 pm there = 1:45 pm in Nepal |
The clocks in this country do not change during the year, and Nepal has no daylight saving either, so the gap stays the same.
What your local time means in Nepal
Shown for Suva and all of Fiji.
| Your time | Time in Nepal |
|---|---|
| 7:00 am Early morning, before work or class | 12:45 am |
| 1:00 pm Lunch break | 6:45 am |
| 6:00 pm After work or class | 11:45 am |
| 9:00 pm Late evening | 2:45 pm |
Nepal is 6 h 15 min behind Fiji. An evening in Fiji is around midday or early afternoon in Nepal, so most Fijian evenings are easy to arrange.
Use the time finder to see any Kathmandu time in 12 countries, or read the four booking steps.
If you need urgent help in Fiji
Kathmandu Mental Health Clinic is not an emergency service. If you or someone near you is in danger or thinking of ending their life, call the local emergency number now: 911 (emergency) · 917 (police) · 910 (fire) or the crisis line: Lifeline Fiji 132454. More helplines by country: findahelpline.com and befrienders.org.
Other countries: East Asia and the Pacific
Frequently asked questions
Can I have a video consultation with a Nepali psychiatrist from Fiji?
Yes. Dr. Kushal Kharel, founder of Kathmandu Mental Health Clinic and a Consultant Psychiatrist (MD Neuropsychiatry, NMC No. 27199), provides online psychiatry video consultation for Nepalis in Fiji through Google Meet or WhatsApp video call, or by phone if video is not possible, in Nepali or English, and Dr. Sunita Lama and Dr. Bhishma K.C. also provide video consultation. Tell us which doctor you prefer when you book on WhatsApp or 9714556408; no referral is needed.
What is the time difference between Fiji and Nepal?
Nepal is at UTC+5:45 all year. Suva and all of Fiji: Nepal is 6 h 15 min behind.
What should I do if I need urgent help in Fiji?
Call the local emergency number now: 911 (emergency) · 917 (police) · 910 (fire). Crisis line: Lifeline Fiji 132454. Kathmandu Mental Health Clinic is not an emergency service.
Can you prescribe medicine if I live in Fiji?
A prescription from Nepal is generally not valid abroad, so the doctor explains what is possible where you live. Where medicine is needed, we can help you prepare a summary for a doctor in Fiji, and we work with therapy and practical strategies in the meantime. A family member in Nepal can arrange payment for you if that is easier; we share the fee when you book.
What if the internet is unreliable where I live in Fiji?
If the video keeps freezing, we can continue by phone call so that you still get your session. Tell us when you book so we can agree a backup number.
Is there a helpline in Fiji?
Lifeline Fiji runs a national crisis line on 132454, and 911 is the emergency number. Tell us if you would like help deciding where to turn.
This guide is general information and does not replace advice from a doctor. If you are worried about your health or someone's safety, seek medical help.
In an emergency: Nepal Police 100 · Ambulance 102 · Suicide prevention helpline 1166. Outside Nepal, call your local emergency number.