To obtain a Manufacturer, Importer, Distributor of Tobacco Products and Suki Vendor License requires submitting relevant applications, providing necessary documentation, and meeting health and safety standards set by the Fijian government. This license is required for businesses or individuals involved in the production, importation, distribution, or sale of tobacco products, including traditional suki vendors. This regulatory framework aims to control the availability and sale of tobacco products while promoting public health and safety.
Step 1: Prepare the Application
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To begin the process of obtaining a tobacco-related license in Fiji, applicants must first obtain the application form either from the District Health Office, the City/Town Council Municipalities Health Department, or by downloading it from the Fiji Tobacco Industry Portal (FTIP). Once the form is acquired, applicants must complete it carefully, ensuring all sections are filled out accurately, and gather the necessary supporting documents as required by the application guidelines. |
Step 2: Pay the Required Fee at the Local Health Center
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Make the required payment at your nearest local health center. Once the payment is processed, collect the receipt as proof of payment, which will be needed for the next steps in the licensing process |
Step 3: Submit the Application to your Local Health Center
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Once the application form is completed and a payment receipt is obtained, you must submit the full application, along with the payment receipt and any other required documents, to the nearest local Health Center. Local health officers will review the submission. If the application is complete and in order, it will then be forwarded to the Tobacco Unit for final approval |
Step 4: Collect the License from Your Local Health Office
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If all requirements are met, the License for Manufacturer, Importer, Distributor of Tobacco Products, and Suki Vendor will be issued or renewed for the upcoming year. Once approved, the applicant can collect their license from the nearest local health office |
| # | Title | Description | Issued By | File |
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| 1 | Manufacturer, Importer, Distributor of Tobacco Products And Suki Vendor License Form | The Manufacturer, Importer, Distributor of Tobacco Products and Suki Vendor License Form in Fiji is an official application that businesses or individuals must complete to legally engage in the manufacturing, importation, distribution, or sale of tobacco products. | Tobacco Unit, MHMS |
| # | Name | Description | Measure Type | Agency | Comments | Legal Document | Validity To | Measure Class |
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| 1 | Obtaining a New or Renewal of Manufacturer, Importer, Distributor of Tobacco Products and Suki Vendor License | 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 | Tobacco Unit, MHMS | Both new applicants and those seeking to renew their licenses must adhere to strict requirements set by the Ministry of Health and Medical Services, which include ensuring proper labeling, health warnings, and restrictions on the sale of tobacco products. The license ensures legal operation within the tobacco industry while promoting the health and safety of the Fijian public. | Act No. 2 of 2022 – Tobacco Control (Amendment) Act 2022 | 0002-12-02 | Good |
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