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Business Visitor Visa
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Business Visitor Visa

Visa for foreign nationals entering Fiji to conduct business meetings, attend conferences, or explore commercial opportunities without local employment.

Validity4 months
Processing2 weeks
Total CostFJD $95
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Co-Extensive Residence Permit
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Co-Extensive Residence Permit

Dependent permit enabling a spouse or minor children to enter and reside in Fiji with the principal permit holder for the duration of the principal's permit.

ValidityVaries (Duration matches principal permit holder)
ProcessingVaries
Total CostFJD $200
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Diplomatic & Consular Personnel Exemption
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Diplomatic & Consular Personnel Exemption

Entry exemption for representatives of foreign governments, diplomatic or consular personnel, and their official staff and families serving in Fiji.

ValidityDuration of appointment
ProcessingVaries
Total CostFree
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Education Sector Work Permit
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Education Sector Work Permit

Work permit for non-citizens employed by educational institutions in Fiji, requiring endorsement from the Ministry of Education and Fiji Higher Education Commission.

ValidityVaries (Typically 6-12 months per fishing season)
ProcessingVaries
Total CostFJD $355
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Exemption Status for Families of Exempted Persons
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Exemption Status for Families of Exempted Persons

Legally married spouse and children (under 18) of a principal applicant holding/applying for exemption as a Member of the Military Forces or a Non-Fiji Citizen Civil Servant.

ValidityDuration of principal applicant's stay
Processing3 weeks
Total CostFree
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Exemption Status for Non-Citizen Civil Servants
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Exemption Status for Non-Citizen Civil Servants

Persons employed in the service of the Government of Fiji or the government of another country/territory entering Fiji in the course of their duty.

ValidityDuration of employment
Processing3 weeks
Total CostFree
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Exemption Status for Spouse of a Fiji Citizen
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Exemption Status for Spouse of a Fiji Citizen

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Person legally married to a Fiji citizen.

Validity1 year
Processing3 weeks – 1 month
Total CostFree
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Exemption Status for a Child of a Fiji Citizen
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Exemption Status for a Child of a Fiji Citizen

Free exemption status letting unmarried foreign-passport-holding children under 18 of Fiji citizens reside and study in Fiji without a work or student permit.

ValidityValid until the expiry of the child's foreign passport
Processing21 working days
Total CostFree
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Exemption Status of Former Fiji Citizens (Exemption by Descent)
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Exemption Status of Former Fiji Citizens (Exemption by Descent)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Direct descendants (children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren) of a person who was a citizen of Fiji on October 10, 1970. Also applies to persons registered in the Vola ni Kawa Bula (VKB).

ValidityPassport validity
ProcessingVaries
Total CostFree
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Exemption Status: Dual Citizen
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Exemption Status: Dual Citizen

This status is granted to a person who is a Fiji citizen and also holds a valid foreign passport.

ValidityUntil the expiry of the foreign passport
Processing3 weeks
Total CostFree
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Exemption Status: Members of Military Forces
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Exemption Status: Members of Military Forces

Granted to serving members of the military forces of another country for authorized military exercises, training, or secondment.

ValidityDuration of the authorized military assignment
Processing3 weeks
Total CostFree
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Exemption Status: Official Staff of Diplomatic/Consular Personnel
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Exemption Status: Official Staff of Diplomatic/Consular Personnel

Granted to staff who have been extended immunities or privileges under written law.

ValidityDuration of the diplomatic/consular posting
Processing3 weeks
Total CostFree
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Internship & Training Attachment Permit
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Internship & Training Attachment Permit

Permit for non-citizens to undertake internship or practical training at an approved institution or organization in Fiji, available for both short-term (under 3 months) and extended (3+ months) attachments.

ValidityVaries (Duration determined by training program)
ProcessingVaries
Total CostFJD $133
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Investor Permit (3-Year)
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Investor Permit (3-Year)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Three-year residence permit for foreign investors engaged in FTIB-approved business projects in Fiji, requiring a Foreign Investment Certificate and minimum investment of FJD 50,000.

ValidityVaries (Can be renewed for additional periods)
ProcessingVaries
Total CostFJD $500
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Key Post Work Permit
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Key Post Work Permit

Work permit for essential foreign personnel filling investment-linked or high-level management roles in Fiji, valid up to 3 years per permit.

ValidityUp to 3 years per permit
Processing4-8 weeks
Total CostNot confirmed
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Long-Term Work Permit
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Long-Term Work Permit

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Employer-sponsored work permit for skilled non-citizens contracted to work in Fiji for three years or longer, requiring a valid employment contract.

ValidityVaries (Typically 6-12 months per fishing season)
ProcessingVaries
Total CostFJD $355
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MEV — Multiple Entry Visa
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MEV — Multiple Entry Visa

Twelve-month multiple-entry visa for frequent visitors to Fiji, such as those seeing family or engaging in recurring business, with each stay capped at four months.

Validity4 months per entry
Processing14 working days
Total CostNot confirmed
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Maritime & Fishing Crew Work Permit
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Maritime & Fishing Crew Work Permit

Work permit for non-citizens employed as maritime crew or on fishing vessels operating in Fiji waters.

ValidityVaries (Typically 6-12 months per fishing season)
ProcessingVaries
Total CostFJD $355
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Non-Government Organization Work Permit
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Non-Government Organization Work Permit

Employer-sponsored work permit for foreign nationals with a signed contract from a registered non-governmental organization operating in Fiji, valid for the duration of employment.

ValidityUp to 3 years
Processing21 working days
Total CostNot confirmed
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Religious Work Permit
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Religious Work Permit

Work permit for non-citizens employed by registered religious organizations in Fiji, including clergy and support staff, with reduced application fees.

ValidityVaries (Typically 6-12 months per fishing season)
ProcessingVaries
Total CostFJD $355
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Research Permit
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Research Permit

Permit for non-citizens to conduct research benefiting local universities or institutions, or to fulfill professional and educational requirements.

ValidityVaries (Maximum aggregate research time 18 months)
ProcessingVaries
Total CostFJD $133
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Residence Permit on Assured Income
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Residence Permit on Assured Income

Residence permit for persons aged 45 and above with sufficient offshore assets, requiring a FJD 100,000 local bank deposit and annual income of FJD 30,000–40,000, with no right to local employment.

ValidityVaries (Duration matches principal permit holder)
ProcessingVaries
Total CostFJD $200
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SEV — Single Entry Visa
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SEV — Single Entry Visa

Single-entry travel authorization for citizens of non-visa-exempt countries visiting Fiji for tourism or business, valid three months from issue with stays up to four months.

Validity4 months
Processing14 working days
Total CostNot confirmed
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SPP-Family — Special Purpose Permit to Reside with Family
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SPP-Family — Special Purpose Permit to Reside with Family

Permit allowing a non-citizen to reside in Fiji with a family member who holds a valid permit, enabling family reunification.

ValidityVaries (Determined by medical recommendation)
ProcessingVaries
Total CostFJD $200
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Secondment & Overseas Employer Work Permit
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Secondment & Overseas Employer Work Permit

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Work permit for non-citizens seconded by an overseas parent company to work at a Fiji-based entity, requiring a signed secondment letter.

ValidityVaries (Typically 6-12 months per fishing season)
ProcessingVaries
Total CostFJD $355
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Secondments Work Permit
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Secondments Work Permit

Temporary work permit for employees transferred from an overseas parent company to a branch, subsidiary, or partner in Fiji for the duration of the secondment agreement.

ValidityDuration of the secondment agreement
Processing4-6 weeks
Total CostNot confirmed
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Seven-Year Investor Permit
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Seven-Year Investor Permit

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Long-term investor residence permit for foreign nationals who remit a minimum of FJD 250,000 from offshore into an approved Fiji business venture, valid for seven years.

ValidityVaries (Can be renewed for additional periods)
ProcessingVaries
Total CostFJD $500
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Special Purpose Permit for Yacht Owners & Crew
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Special Purpose Permit for Yacht Owners & Crew

Residence permit for non-citizen yacht owners and crew to reside onboard their vessel while in Fiji waters, requiring an approved cruising permit from the Ministry of I-Taukei Affairs.

ValidityVaries (Typically 6-12 months per fishing season)
ProcessingVaries
Total CostFJD $355
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Special Purpose Permit on Medical Grounds
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Special Purpose Permit on Medical Grounds

Permit for non-citizens recommended by certified medical practitioners to remain in Fiji for medical treatment or health-related reasons.

ValidityVaries (Determined by medical recommendation)
ProcessingVaries
Total CostFJD $200
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Student Permit
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Student Permit

Permit authorizing foreign nationals to study at secondary, tertiary, vocational institutions, or universities in Fiji for the duration of their program.

ValidityVaries (Duration matches program length, can be extended)
ProcessingVaries
Total CostFJD $213
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Transit Visa
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Transit Visa

Visa for travelers passing through Fiji to a final destination with a stopover exceeding three hours.

Validity3 days
Processing3–15 days
Total CostFJD $96
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Visitor Permit
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Visitor Permit

Visitor permit issued on arrival to citizens of visa-exempt countries for holiday and tourism purposes. Allows up to 4 months stay without prior visa application.

Validity4 to 6 months
ProcessingVaries
Total CostNot confirmed
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Visitor Visa
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Visitor Visa

Entry visa for citizens of non-exempt countries visiting Fiji for holiday, leisure, or short-term purposes for up to 4 months.

ValidityVaries (Single entry only, maximum stay 4 months)
ProcessingVaries
Total CostFJD $93
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Volunteer Work Permit
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Volunteer Work Permit

Permit for non-citizens undertaking volunteer activities in Fiji, requiring no industry endorsement.

ValidityVaries (Typically 6-12 months per fishing season)
ProcessingVaries
Total CostFJD $355
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Work Permit for Non-Citizen Skilled Contracted Workers (Time Post)
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Work Permit for Non-Citizen Skilled Contracted Workers (Time Post)

Employer-specific work permit for non-citizen skilled contracted workers in Fiji, valid up to 3 years and renewable.

ValidityUp to 3 years (renewable)
Processing4-8 weeks
Total CostNot confirmed
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