Non-Tariff Measures
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| # | Name | Enforced By | Legals | Measure Description | Type | Activity | Created On | Validity From | Validity To |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Phytosanitary Certificate | Biosecurity Authority of Fiji (BAF) | Biosecurity Act 2008 |
A person who wishes to obtain a sanitary or phytosanitary certificate or a certificate of origin in respect of an article in order to comply with the biosecurity certification requirements of the receiving country must apply to the Authority in writing; (b) pay the prescribed fee, if any; (c) submit the article for inspection or other biosecurity measures as required by the receiving country. | SPS | Export | 25-10-2024 | 19-12-2008 | 08-12-0002 |
| 2 | Export License for Plant or Plant Products | Biosecurity Authority of Fiji (BAF) | Fruit Export and Marketing Act 1906 |
All fruit to be exported must be accompanied by a certificate as set out in the First Schedule signed by the licensed exporter, setting forth the shipping marks, the quantity, the date when the fruit was removed from the plants, the race of the grower, the tikina and province in which the fruit was grown, and certifying that the fruit, or the plants on which it was grown, were previously treated in accordance with the provisions of any regulations made under the Plant Quarantine Act and notices issued thereunder | Permit Requirement | Export | 25-10-2024 | 22-01-1907 | 14-12-0002 |
| 3 | Biosecurity Approved Premises (BAP) Certification | Biosecurity Authority of Fiji (BAF) | Biosecurity Act 2008 |
Biosecurity Authority Fiji approve the premises as premises where the inspection, testing and treatment of regulated articles can take place; and (b) approve specified action being taken under this Promulgation in relation to all regulated articles, or specified articles, while they are in the approved premises. | Inspection Requirement | Export , Import , Transit | 25-10-2024 | 19-12-2008 | 06-12-0002 |
| 4 | Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) Registration | Fiji Revenue and Customs Service (FRCS) | Income Tax Act No. 32 of 2015 |
The Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) is a unique identifier issued by Fiji Revenue and Customs Services (FRCS) to identify all categories of tax and duty payers. The use of a Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) helps FRCS handle queries, trace correspondences and store information for each person that is registered for customs and tax purposes | Duty/Tax Payable | 25-10-2024 | 01-01-2016 | 08-12-0002 | |
| 5 | Import Permit for telecommunication equipment | Telecommunications Authority of Fiji | Telecommunications Act No. 1 of 2008 |
These requirements are mandatory and must be fulfilled before the issuance of import permit(s) for the importation of any telecommunication equipment or apparatus, including radio transmitting devices, to be imported into Fiji. | Permit Requirement | Import | 25-10-2024 | 01-08-2008 | 08-12-0002 |
| 6 | Convention on International Trade on Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) Permit | Ministry of Environment and Climate Change | Endangered and Protected Species Act No.29 of 2002 |
Endangered and Protected Species Act 2002 (EPS Act) regulates the domestic and international trade of endangered species by requiring a permit to be applied for before any endangered species can be traded within Fiji or internationally. The EPS Act is the Fiji legislation that implements the multi-lateral treaty CITES or the Convention on International Trade on Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora. | Permit Requirement | Export | 25-10-2024 | 17-03-2017 | 10-12-0002 |
| 7 | Non CITES Permit | Ministry of Environment and Climate Change | Endangered and Protected Species (Amendment) Act No. 10 of 2017 |
Trade looking to import, or re-export species listed in schedule 1 and 2 of the Endangered and Protected Species (Amendment) Act 2017 should complete these requirements | Permit Requirement | Export , Import | 26-10-2024 | 28-03-2017 | 06-12-0002 |
| 8 | Permit to Import Controlled substances | Ministry of Environment and Climate Change | Ozone Depleting Substances Act 1998 |
A person who intends to import controlled substances must obtain a license as required by section 17 of the Ozone Depleting Substances Act 1998. Any handling of controlled substances must be in accordance with the relevant code of practice. | Permit Requirement | Import | 26-10-2024 | 19-06-1998 | 02-12-0002 |
| 9 | Permit to Export Controlled Substances or Equipment Containing Controlled Substance | Ministry of Environment and Climate Change | Ozone Depleting Substances Act 1998 |
A person who intends to export controlled substances must obtain a license as required by section 17 of the Ozone Depleting Substances Act 1998. Any handling of controlled substances must be in accordance with the relevant code of practice. | Permit Requirement | Export | 26-10-2024 | 19-06-1998 | 02-12-0002 |
| 10 | Business Registration | Registrar of Companies Office | Companies Act No. 3 of 2015 |
Please note that As of 1st August 2020 obtaining a business license is not a mandatory requirement in Fiji. | Registration Requirement | 26-10-2024 | 01-01-2015 | 02-12-0002 | |
| 11 | Registration to Trade in Specimens of Species Protected Under the Endangered & Protected Species Act | Ministry of Environment and Climate Change | Endangered and Protected Species Act No.29 of 2002 |
No person must trade in specimen of any species mentioned under the section 3 of Endangered and Protected Species Act 2002 unless registered with the management authority. | Registration Requirement | Export , Import | 26-10-2024 | 23-12-2002 | 04-12-0002 |
| 12 | Import Permit Medicinal Products | Fiji Medicines Regulatory Authority (MRA) | Medicinal Products Act 2011 |
An application to import a medicinal product must be approved by the Medicinal Products Board before the applicant may import that medicinal product. The Board require that the medicinal products imported into Fiji meet prescribed standards of quality, safety, and efficacy, and that they are imported only by authorized and licensed persons. | Permit Requirement | Import | 26-10-2024 | 01-01-2011 | 06-12-0002 |
| 13 | Import Permit for Live Animal or Animal Products | Biosecurity Authority of Fiji (BAF) | Biosecurity Act 2008 |
The importation of animals and animal products is strictly regulated by the Biosecurity Authority of Fiji (BAF), which advises you to declare any animals or animal products, including processed products, in your possession upon arrival in Fiji or imported as unaccompanied cargo, including commercial, through sea, or air freight, including postal mails. | Permit Requirement | Import | 26-10-2024 | 19-12-2008 | 06-12-0002 |
| 14 | Import Permit Requirements for Plant and Plant Products | Biosecurity Authority of Fiji (BAF) | Biosecurity Act 2008 |
All plant material must be declared upon arrival into Fiji. The brought or imported items may need a Biosecurity Authority of Fiji (BAF) import permit or treatment, and other products may be prohibited. Depending on the level of biosecurity risk plant and plant products can be imported with or without a BAF import permit. Importation of all plant and plant products need to meet certain biosecurity requirements to prevent the introduction of pests and diseases to Fiji. BAF regulates such items and assists importers meet these requirements. | Permit Requirement | Import | 26-10-2024 | 19-12-2008 | (not set) |
| 15 | Online process to obtain concession on agriculture-related items | Ministry of Agriculture and Waterways | Agricultural Marketing Authority Act No. 2 of 2004 |
The Ministry of Agriculture through the AgTrade unit coordinates provision of duty exemption support letters for each interested stakeholders. These includes assignment of duty concessions on agricultural materials, equipments for processing, production and packaging (specialized machineries) and agricultural inputs – seeds, feed and meals, vaccines, live animals, plants and part thereof. | General | Export , Import | 26-10-2024 | 03-03-2004 | 06-12-0002 |
| 16 | Obtaining New or Renewal of Health License in Respect of Food Business Operation | Food Unit, MHMS | Food Safety Act No. 10 of 2003 Food Safety Regulations 2009 |
Health licensing for food business operators is a requirement under the Food Safety Act 2003 to ensure that food establishments meet safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards to prevent foodborne diseases. | Licensing Requirement | Export , Import | 25-11-2024 | 26-08-2003 | 06-12-0002 |
| 17 | Obtaining Import Permit For Food Products | Food Unit, MHMS | Food Safety Act No. 10 of 2003 |
A person who intends to import food under subsection (4) Article 24 of Food Safety Act 2003 must, first obtain a permit from the Central Board of Health and other agencies, specifying the conditions of importation and .reprocessing of the food products | Permit Requirement | Import | 25-11-2024 | 26-08-2003 | 06-12-0002 |
| 18 | Obtaining an Export Health Certificate for Food Products | Food Unit, MHMS | Food Safety Act No. 10 of 2003 |
To obtain an Export Health Certificate for foodstuffs from Fiji, exporters must apply to the Food Unit within the Ministry of Health and Medical Services. This certificate ensures that the food products meet the necessary health and safety standards for export, confirming they are safe for consumption and free from contaminants. | Permit Requirement | Export | 25-11-2024 | 26-08-2003 | 08-12-0002 |
| 19 | Forest Export Permit | Ministry of Forestry | Forest Act No.31 of 1992 |
In Fiji, the process for obtaining a Forest Export Permit is designed to ensure that timber exports comply with both local and international regulations, promoting sustainable forest management and trade. | Permit Requirement | Export | 25-11-2024 | 01-10-1953 | 06-12-0002 |
| 20 | Forest Import Permit | Ministry of Forestry | Forest Act No.31 of 1992 |
Whether you are importing timber, wood products, or other forest-related goods, obtaining this permit from the Ministry of Forestry is a mandatory step in ensuring that your imports comply with local regulations and international phytosanitary requirements. | Permit Requirement | Import | 25-11-2024 | 01-10-1953 | 08-12-0002 |
| 21 | Import license for Steel Reinforcing Materials | Department of National Trade Measurement and Standards, Ministry of Trade, Co-operatives, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, and Communications | Trade Standards and Quality Control Act No. 24 of 1992 |
To import steel reinforcing materials into Fiji, compliance with the FS AS/NZS 4671 Standard is mandatory. This compulsory standard sets specific chemical, mechanical, and physical requirements for steel reinforcement products, such as bars, coils, and welded mesh, to ensure their suitability for use in Fiji's seismic zones. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 26-11-2024 | 06-05-1992 | 08-12-0002 |
| 22 | Import license for Sheet Roof (Roofing Iron) or Cyclonic Screws | Department of National Trade Measurement and Standards, Ministry of Trade, Co-operatives, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, and Communications | Trade Standards and Quality Control Act No. 24 of 1992 |
To import sheet roofing materials (roofing iron) or cyclonic screws into Fiji, compliance with the relevant standards is required. These materials must meet the specifications set by the Ministry of Commerce, Trade, Tourism and Transport (MCTTT) to ensure they are suitable for Fiji's climatic conditions, particularly in areas prone to cyclones. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 26-11-2024 | 06-05-1992 | 06-12-0002 |
| 23 | Import License for Used Motor Vehicles | Fiji Revenue and Customs Service (FRCS) | Fiji Revenue and Customs Service Act No 9 of 1998 |
The importation of used or reconditioned motor vehicles into Fiji is subject to specific regulations under the Customs (Prohibited Imports and Exports) Regulation 1986. For hybrid vehicles, only those manufactured within the last five years and compliant with Euro 4 standards are permitted. For diesel & petrol vehicles only those manufactured within the last eight years and compliant with Euro 4 standards are permitted. LPG and CNG vehicles to be Euro 4 compliant only. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 12-12-2024 | 01-01-1996 | 06-12-0002 |
| 24 | Registering in the Record of Fish Exporters and Importers | Ministry of Fisheries | Offshore Fisheries Management Regulations 2014 |
Fish exporters or importers must apply annually for inclusion on this record using the prescribed form and pay the required fees. Failure to comply with the inclusion requirements, terms and conditions, or providing inaccurate information is considered an offense. | Registration Requirement | Export , Import | 12-12-2024 | 06-06-2014 | 06-12-0002 |
| 25 | Import Permit for Fisheries | Ministry of Fisheries | Offshore Fisheries Management Regulations 2014 |
A permit is required for all imports, with specific application forms for different categories, such as commercial, fisheries scientific research, and personal use (limited to 10 kilograms per person). | Permit Requirement | Import | 12-12-2024 | 06-07-2014 | 04-12-0002 |
| 26 | Export Permit for Fisheries | Ministry of Fisheries | Offshore Fisheries Management Regulations 2014 |
A permit is required for all exports, with specific application forms for different categories, such as commercial, fisheries scientific research, and personal use (limited to 10 kilograms per person). | Permit Requirement | Export | 12-12-2024 | 06-06-2014 | 04-12-0002 |
| 27 | Catch Certificates for Fisheries export | Ministry of Fisheries | Offshore Fisheries Management Regulations 2014 |
The Fiji Catch Certificate is required for the export of fish or fish products for commercial purposes. An export permit will not be issued without this certificate, except for personal use exports under 10 kilograms. | Permit Requirement | Export | 12-12-2024 | 06-06-2014 | 04-12-0002 |
| 28 | CITES Permit for Fisheries | Ministry of Fisheries | Offshore Fisheries Management Regulations 2014 |
To obtain a CITES permit for products listed under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES), applicants must first acquire a CITES permit from the Department of Environment before applying for an export license from the Department of Fisheries. | Permit Requirement | Export | 12-12-2024 | 06-06-2024 | 04-12-0002 |
| 29 | Veterinary Health Certificate to Export Live Animals or Animal Products | Biosecurity Authority of Fiji (BAF) | Biosecurity Act 2008 |
Animal product is any article or substance derived from an animal, whether or not in combination with any other article or substance, and includes: - meat, fat, milk, whey, cream, butter, cheese, eggs, and other foodstuffs derived from an animal; - the dung, urine, faeces, saliva, bone, or blood of an animal, or any article or substance derived from the dung, urine, faeces, saliva, bone, or blood of an animal; - the secretions of any animal; and - any product or biological preparation derived from any animal tissue or animal secretion. | Permit Requirement | Export | 14-01-2025 | 01-01-2008 | (not set) |
| 30 | Equipment Type Approval Requirement | Telecommunications Authority of Fiji | Telecommunications Act No. 1 of 2008 |
The Telecommunications Authority of Fiji (TAF) mandates that all telecommunications equipment, including mobile phones, radio communication devices, and other ICT apparatuses connecting to telecommunication networks or transmitting radio waves, must undergo a type approval process before importation. | Permit Requirement | Import | 19-01-2025 | 01-01-2008 | 08-12-0002 |
| 31 | Obtaining a New or Renewal of Manufacturer, Importer, Distributor of Tobacco Products and Suki Vendor License | Tobacco Unit, MHMS | Act No. 2 of 2022 – Tobacco Control (Amendment) Act 2022 Tobacco Control Act No. 63 of 2010 |
Obtaining a new or renewing a Manufacturer, Importer, Distributor of Tobacco Products, and Suki Vendor License in Fiji is governed by the Tobacco Control Act No. 63 of 2010. This legislation aims to regulate and control the production, importation, distribution, and sale of tobacco products to protect public health. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 20-01-2025 | 04-12-0002 | 04-12-0002 |
| 32 | Provisional Registration of Medicinal Products | Fiji Medicines Regulatory Authority (MRA) | Medicinal Products Act 2011 |
The Medicinal Products Act 2011 section 29 requires that no person shall import, manufacture, export, store, sell, distribute, transport, offer for sale, expose to sale or advertise any medicinal product which is not registered with the Fiji Medicine Regulatory Authority. The process is a requirement for all licensed importers of medicines in Fiji, including wholesalers and pharmacies, regardless of whether they supply the government or the private sector. Overseas-based suppliers to the Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MOHMS) are not required to undergo provisional registration but must apply for Finished Pharmaceutical Product Prequalification for each product they intend to supply. | Registration Requirement | Export , Import | 20-01-2025 | 01-01-2011 | 08-12-0002 |
| 33 | Export Permit for Medicinal Products for Commercial Purposes | Fiji Medicines Regulatory Authority (MRA) | Illicit Drugs Control Act No. 9 of 2004 |
Export permits are currently only issued for controlled medicines, and the process is handled manually. Only licensed wholesalers and pharmacies are eligible to apply for an export permit. This process ensures that the products meet the necessary safety, efficacy, and quality standards and are in compliance with both Fiji’s domestic regulations and international requirements. | Permit Requirement | Export | 20-01-2025 | 01-01-2011 | 06-12-0002 |
| 34 | Prequalification of Finished Pharmaceutical Products and their Manufacturers. | Fiji Medicines Regulatory Authority (MRA) | Medicinal Products Act 2011 |
Prequalification of Finished Pharmaceutical Products (FPPs) and Their Manufacturers are based on the National Medicinal Products Policy 2013 and the Medicinal Products Act 2011. The prequalification process is mandatory for all medicines intended for procurement or use by the Ministry of Health and Medical Services through the Fiji Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Services (FPBS). Both local and overseas-based suppliers must have their products prequalified before they can be purchased for use in Fiji, | Registration Requirement | Import | 20-01-2025 | 01-01-2011 | 10-12-0002 |
| 35 | Obtaining Authorized Motor Vehicle Dealers (AMVD) License | Land Transport Authority (LTA) | Land Transport Act No 35 of 1998 |
AMVDs must adhere to national and local regulations related to vehicle sales, safety, and emissions standards. This includes compliance with vehicle certification processes, safety recalls, and environmental standards (e.g., reducing carbon footprints and promoting sustainable transportation). | Licensing Requirement | Import | 10-02-2025 | 10-07-1998 | (not set) |
| 36 | Registration of Self-Import Vehicle | Land Transport Authority (LTA) | Land Transport Act No 35 of 1998 |
Individuals or businesses importing vehicles for personal or commercial use must ensure the vehicles comply with local standards and must register the vehicles with Land Transport Authority. Self-import limits for individuals and businesses is included as follows; For individuals a limit of 2 vehicles every 5 years and for Businesses no limit provided its for their own business use. | Registration Requirement | Import | 10-02-2025 | 10-07-1998 | (not set) |
| 37 | Minimum Energy Performance Standards and Labelling (MEPSL) for Freezers & Refrigerators in Fiji | Department of Energy | Act No. 40 of 2020 – Ozone Depleting Substances (Amendment) Act 2020 |
Importers must ensure that the goods they wish to import are registered according to the AS/NZS 4474.1 and 4474.2 standards before entering Fiji. If the products are not already registered, the importer must either register them through Australian or New Zealand regulators (for Category A products) or the Fiji Department of Energy (DOE). | Permit Requirement | Import | 10-02-2025 | 01-04-2008 | 06-12-0002 |
| 38 | Import of plastics | Ministry of Environment and Climate Change | Environment Management (Budget Amendment) Act No. 19 of 2019 Environment Management (Amendment) Act 2020. Customs (Prohibited Imports and Exports) (Amendment) Regulations 2021 Environment Management (Exempt Plastic Bags) Regulations 2021 Customs (Prohibited Imports and Exports) (Amendment) Regulations 2022 |
The import of plastic products in Fiji requires importers of specific plastic items, such as non-biodegradable high and low-density polyethylene bags, to obtain an import permit issued by the Director of Environment. This permit is mandatory for items used for specific purposes, including packaging food and beverages, medical purposes, agricultural uses, etc. | Permit Requirement | Export , Import | 11-03-2025 | 26-06-2019 | (not set) |
| 39 | Waigani Process | Ministry of Environment and Climate Change | Environment Management (Amendment) Act 2020. |
The Waigani Process is a regional diplomatic and policy framework focused on the sustainable management and conservation of tuna fisheries in the Western and Central Pacific Ocean. The process is named after Waigani, a suburb in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, where the initial discussions and agreements among Pacific Island countries took place | General | Import | 11-03-2025 | 01-01-2001 | (not set) |
| 40 | Certificate of Origin: Pacific Island Countries Trade Agreement (PICTA) | Fiji Revenue and Customs Service (FRCS) | Pacific Island Countries Trade Agreement (PICTA) |
To qualify for PICTA preferences, originating goods must fall into one of two categories: 1. Goods must be wholly produced or obtained in the Territory of a Party; or 2. Goods must have undergone ‘substantial transformation’ in the Territory of a Party The criteria for manufactured goods to qualify as originating through having undergone substantial transformation are two-fold: 1. the last process of manufacture must be performed within a Party to the PICTA; and 2. not less than 40% of the factory cost of the final good must be represented by qualifying expenditure. And this measure applies to all goods exported from Fiji except Alcohol and tobacco products. | General | Export | 16-04-2025 | 13-04-2003 | (not set) |
| 41 | Certificate of Origin: South Pacific Regional Trade and Economic Cooperation Agreement (SPARTECA) | Fiji Revenue and Customs Service (FRCS) | South Pacific Regional Trade and Economic Cooperation Agreement |
Non-reciprocal agreement, where Australia and New Zealand provide duty-free, unrestricted access to all products originating (Australia excludes sugar) in the Forum Island Countries (FICs), including Fiji. | External | Export | 16-04-2025 | 14-04-1989 | (not set) |
| 42 | Certificate of Origin: EU-Pacific IEPA | Fiji Revenue and Customs Service (FRCS) | EU-Pacific IEPA |
To qualify for the preferential duty treatment, the exporter must follow the ROO criteria of the IEPA, which are provided under Protocol II. The ROO criteria states that the following products shall be considered as originating in Fiji: 1. products wholly obtained in Fiji, within the meaning of Article 5 of Protocol II; or 2. products obtained in Fiji incorporating materials, which have not been wholly obtained in Fiji, provided that such materials have undergone sufficient working or processing in Fiji, within the meaning of Article 6 of Protocol II. This measure applies to all goods exported from Fiji. | General | Export | 16-04-2025 | 16-10-2009 | (not set) |
| 43 | Certificate of Origin: UK-Pacific Interim Economic Partnership Agreement (IEPA) | Fiji Revenue and Customs Service (FRCS) | UK-Pacific Interim Economic Partnership Agreement (IEPA) |
To qualify for the preferential duty treatment, the exporter must follow the ROO criteria of the IEPA, which is provided under Protocol II. The ROO criteria states that the following products shall be considered as originating in Fiji: 1. products wholly obtained in Fiji, within the meaning of Article 5 of Protocol II; or 2. products obtained in Fiji incorporating materials, which have not been wholly obtained in Fiji, provided that such materials have undergone sufficient working or processing in Fiji, within the meaning of Article 6 of Protocol II. and this measure applies to all goods exported from Fiji. | General | Export | 16-04-2025 | 01-03-2019 | (not set) |
| 44 | Certificate of Origin: Melanesian Spearhead Group Trade Agreement | Fiji Revenue and Customs Service (FRCS) | Melanesian Spearhead Group Trade Agreement |
To qualify for MSGTA preferences, originating goods must fall into one of two categories: 1. Goods must be wholly produced or obtained in the Territory of a Party; or 2. Goods must be sufficiently worked in the Territory of a Party. The MSGTA (Melanesian Spearhead Group Trade Agreement) Rule of Origin (ROO) criterion uses the Change of Tariff Heading (CTH) rule to determine whether a product qualifies for preferential treatment based on the sufficient working or substantial transformation of materials during processing. Specifically, it requires a change in the last two digits of the six-digit HS code from the original raw material to the final product. This measure applies to all products exported from Fiji except Beverages (except HS 2201, 2202, 2209), Tobacco (Chapter 24), Mineral fuels/oils (Chapter 27), and Cane sugar (HS 1701.1100). | General | Export | 16-04-2025 | 01-01-1993 | (not set) |
| 45 | Obtaining a Recycling Permit | Ministry of Environment and Climate Change | Environment Management (Amendment) Act 2020. |
The import of plastic bottles and batteries into Fiji for recycling is regulated through a mandatory environmental permit issued by the Ministry of Environment. This permit is required under the Environment Management (Waste Disposal and Recycling) Regulations 2007 and aims to ensure proper handling, storage, and recycling of materials that may pose environmental risks. Importers must obtain this permit before bringing these items into the country. | Permit Requirement | Import | 01-07-2025 | 01-01-2007 | (not set) |