To register as a fish importer/exporter, download and complete the application form from the Ministry of Fisheries website, ensuring all required documents are attached, such as company registration, passport scans, FRCS certificates, HACCP certification, and inspection reports. The Record of Exporters and Importers is important because it ensures that only qualified and compliant businesses engage in the import and export of fish and related products. This registration helps maintain industry standards, supports traceability, and ensures that businesses adhere to regulatory requirements, such as health and safety certifications.
Step 1: Prepare the Application
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To apply for inclusion on the Record of Fish Exporters and Importers, download the form from FTIP or the Ministry of Fisheries website and complete it carefully. The required documents include the application form (Schedule 6S), company registration, scanned passport of the owner/shareholders/agents, FRCS registration certificate, VAT clearance letter, HACCP/health certificate, shareholding structure, approval letter from the Fisheries Project Appraisal Committee, inspection report, and commodity details. |
Step 2: Payment
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Pay the required fees at the Ministry of Fisheries and collect the receipt once the payment is complete. |
Step 3: Submit the Application and Register in the Record of Fish Importer/Exporter
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Submit the completed application in writing to the Permanent Secretary for Fisheries and Forests. The Ministry of Fisheries will review the application, and if any documents are missing, the applicant will be notified to provide the required information. If approved, the applicant will be registered in the record of fish importers/exporters. If the application is rejected, the reasons for rejection will be provided. |
| # | Title | Description | Issued By | File |
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| 1 | Record of Fish Importers and Exporters | In Fiji, the legal requirement for registering as a fish exporter or importer is governed by regulations that ensure compliance with fisheries laws and international trade standards. Businesses must apply to be included in the official Record of Fish Exporters and Importers, as specified under the Fisheries Act and related regulations. | Ministry of Fisheries |
| # | Name | Description | Measure Type | Agency | Comments | Legal Document | Validity To | Measure Class |
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| 1 | Registering in the Record of Fish Exporters and Importers | 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 | Ministry of Fisheries | The Director is responsible for maintaining a Record of Fish Exporters and Importers, which must include details such as company structure, fish and fish products handled, location of facilities, certifications held, and information on export and import markets. | Offshore Fisheries Management Regulations 2014 | 0002-12-04 | Good |
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