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. All food businesses must obtain or renew a Health License from the Central Board of Health annually. The process involves submitting a completed application, necessary documents, and payment of prescribed fees. An inspection of the premises is conducted to assess compliance with food safety regulations. Operating without a valid license is an offence, with penalties including fines or imprisonment.
Step 1: Prepare the Application Form
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Collect the application from the District Health Office or City/Town Council Municipalities Health Department, or download the Form from the Fiji Trade Information Portal and duly complete the application form along with the required documents. |
Step 2: Pay the Required Fee
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Make payments to the local Food Safety Unit or online through the BusinessNow E-services portal |
Step 3: Submit Application to the Nearest Local Food Unit
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Submit the completed application form along with the required documents and prescribed fees to the Authorized Officer of the Food Authority in the district where your food business is located or Online through the BusinessNow E-services portal |
Step 4: Inspection of the Business Premises
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After submitting your application, the Authorized Officer will review the documents. Once complete, an inspection will be scheduled to ensure the premises meet food safety standards. After the inspection, a report will be sent to the Central Board of Health for final approval. |
Step 5: Collect the Health License
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If the business establishment meets all requirements, the Health License will be issued or renewed for the upcoming year. |
| # | Title | Description | Issued By | File |
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| 1 | Application for a Health License And/or Renewal Of A Health License In Respect Of A Food Business Operation | All premises engaged in food business operations must have current Health License issued by the Central Board of Health in accordance with Part 3 Section 16 and 17 of the Act. Must submit the application form available under the 25th schedule of the Food Control Regulations 2009 to Food Unit, Ministry of Health and Medical Services. | Food Unit, MHMS |
| # | Name | Description | Measure Type | Agency | Comments | Legal Document | Validity To | Measure Class |
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| 1 | Obtaining New or Renewal of Health License in Respect of Food Business Operation | 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 | Food Unit, MHMS | All food businesses must obtain or renew a Health License from the Food Unit of Ministry of Health and Medical Services annually. | Food Safety Act No. 10 of 2003 | 0002-12-04 | Good |
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