What We Do — Ministry of Immigration, Fiji

Service Directory

Service	Category	Description
Visa Application	Visas & visits	VISA REQUIREMENTS (for non exempted Countries only) VISA is issued to citizens from non exempted countries to enter and transit through Fiji border. Ensure visa application is approved prior to travel. All countries not listed here are required to apply for visa.Visitors permit will be issued on arrival provided that you meet the entry requirements. […]
Visitor Permit Extension	Visas & visits	Extend a Visitor's Permit for up to two months before it expires.
Business Visitor Permit	Visas & visits	Short-stay permit for business meetings, consultancy and exploratory work.
Long Term Work Permit	Work	Long Term Work Permit IMPORTANT: All applications are to be lodged online through the Immi Hub portal https://immihub.immigration.gov.fj/FIDPortal/welcome as per the checklist below All payments are to be made online through MPAISA, Visa card, Master card All updates on the application can be viewed through the portal Dependents eligible for inclusion in this application are […]
Short Term Work Permit	Work	Short Term Work Permit A Short Term Work Permit is granted to a person whose expertise is urgently needed in the country to work in Fiji for a period of one year or less. Authority is under Section 9(2)(c) of the Immigration Act, 2003. IMPORTANT: All applications are to be lodged online through the Immi […]
Work Permit Application for Non-Government Organisations (International/Regional)	Work	Work Permit Application for Non-Government Organizations (International/Regional) Work Permit issued to a non-citizen to be employed by International or Regional Non-Governmental Organisations. This section gives you an overview on how to apply for a work permit under Non-Government Organisations both international and regional organisations. IMPORTANT: Employers, organizations, and institutions sponsoring non-citizens to work in Fiji […]
Work Permit Application for Maritime Crew (Fishing Vessels)	Work	Work permit application for maritime and Fishing Work Permit are issued to non-citizen to be employed as Maritime Crew. This section gives you an overview on how to apply for a work permit as a crew on a fishing vessel. If you are: Application For Maritime Crew (Fishing Vessels) Captain/Engineer/Chief Engineer/Chief Mate and Bason Manager/Engineer/Office […]
Work Permit Application for Overseas Employers & Secondments	Work	Secondment Work Arrangement Work Permit are issued to a non-citizen to be employed by a locally established business, organization or institution. This section gives you an overview on how to apply for a work permit for overseas employers and secondments. IMPORTANT: Employers, organizations, and institutions sponsoring non-citizens to work in Fiji are to ensure that […]
Overseas employer	Work	For employees of a foreign company assigned to a specific project in Fiji.
Education work permit	Work	Work permits for employment in a locally registered school or institute.
Apply for Investor Permit	Invest	Investor Permit Application Investor Permit are issued to foreign investors who intend to invest and operate businesses in Fiji. This section gives you an overview on how to apply for an investor permit. IMPORTANT: Eligibility for New Applications Application must be made by persons over 18 years of age; All documents must be submitted as […]
Student Permit	Study & research	Student Permit Student Permit are issued to foreigners authorizing a person to study at local Secondary, Tertiary, Vocational Institutions or Universities. This section gives you an overview on how to apply for an student permit. IMPORTANT: Eligibility for New Applications1. All documents must be submitted as per Student Permit Documentary Requirements;2. Proof of qualifications and […]
Internship	Study & research	Internship Permit Internship or Training Attachment permit is granted to a person to undertake internship or training at a locally approved reputable institution or organization as part of their educational or professional training. Authority is under section 9(2) (d) of the Immigration Act, 2003. IMPORTANT: Eligibility for New Applications1. All documents must be submitted as […]
Research Permit	Study & research	Research Permit Research Permit is granted to person to undertake research for the benefit of local universities/institution or as a part of his/her professional or educational requirement. Authority is under Section 9(2) (e) of the Immigration Act, 2003. IMPORTANT: Eligibility for New Applications 1. All documents must be submitted as per Research Permit documentary requirement.2. […]
Residence on Assured Income Permit Application	Residence	Residence Permit on Assured Income A Residence Permit on Assured Income issued to a non-citizen who has assets outside the Fiji Islands at his/her disposal of an amount sufficient to ensure that he/she will not become a charge on public funds whilst residing in Fiji. This section gives you an overview on how to apply […]
Co-Extensive Residence Permit Application	Residence	Co-Extensive Residence Permit A Co-Extensive Residence Permit is issued to a non-citizen allows dependents to enter and reside with the principal applicant who is a permit holder in the country. This section gives you an overview on how to apply for a Co-Extensive Residence Permit. IMPORTANT: Eligibility for New Applications1. Dependent unmarried children under the […]
Residence Permit on Special Purpose	Residence	Residence Permit On Special Purpose A residence permit on special purpose is a type of residence permit that is issued to individuals for a specific and limited purpose, typically not related to work or study. This type of permit is often granted to individuals who have a unique or special reason to stay in a […]
By Registration	Citizenship	This gives an overview of the processes IMPORTANT: For child of Fiji citizen above the age of 18, spouse and applicant lodging for naturalisation must be lawfully present or residing in Fiji on a valid permit or exemption status for a total of 3 of the 5 years immediately before the application is lodged. Before […]
Citizenship By Birth	Citizenship	The process of citizenship acquisition is guided by Fijian Citizenship Act 2009 that came into force on 10 April 2009. Fijian Citizenship maybe acquired by IMPORTANT: Eligibility for New Applications Every child born in Fiji on or after the commencement date becomes a citizen at the date of birth unless, at the date of birth: […]
Dual Citizenship	Citizenship	Under the Citizenship Act, you can be both a Fijian citizen and a citizen of another country. IMPORTANT: Some countries won’t let you keep their citizenship if you become a Fijian Citizen. The consulate, embassy or immigration office of your other country of citizenship can tell you whether this applies to you.
Exemption Status for a Child of a Fiji Citizen Application	Exemptions	Exemption Status for a Child of a Fiji Citizen Application Exemption Status for a Child application is granted to an unmarried child of a Fiji citizen under the age of 18 years and holder of a foreign passport to enter, reside and study in the country. This section gives you an overview on how to […]
Exemption Status for Spouse of a Fiji Citizen Application	Exemptions	Exemption Status for Spouse of a Fiji Citizen Application Exemption Status for Spouse of a Fiji Citizen is granted to a person legally married to a Fiji Citizen and holder of a valid foreign passport to enter, reside and study in the country. This section gives you an overview on how to apply for an […]
Registered in the Vola ni Kawa Bula	Exemptions	Is granted to a person registered in the Vola ni Kawa Bula maintained by the iTaukei Lands Commission and holder of a valid foreign passport to enter, reside, study and work in the country. IMPORTANT: Eligibility for New/Extensions Applications Applicant’s foreign passport must be valid upon lodgment New/Extension Application Processing Instructions This application form must […]
Exemption by Descent	Exemptions	Is granted to a direct descendent of a person (principal citizen) who was considered a Citizen of Fiji on the 10th of October, 1970 and holder of a valid foreign passport to enter, reside, study and work in the country. Direct descendants include the principal citizen’s children, grandchildren and great grandchildren . IMPORTANT: Eligibility for […]
Exemption Status for Non-Citizen Civil Servants	Exemptions	Is granted to a person employed in the service of the Government of the Republic of Fiji or the Government of any country or territory entering the Fiji Islands in the course of his/her duty. IMPORTANT: Eligibility for New/Extensions Applications Applicant’s foreign passport must be valid upon lodgment New/Extension Application Processing Instructions This online application […]
Exemption Status for Family Member(S) of an Exempted Person Application	Exemptions	Is granted to a member of the family of an exempted person (principal applicant) to enter, reside and study in Fiji during the time in which the principal applicant is a resident in Fiji. New/Extension Application Processing Instructions This online application form must be completed by persons over 18 years of age. All documents must […]
Exemption Status for Members of Military Forces	Exemptions	Is granted to any serving member of the military forces of another country to enter, reside and work in the country for the period of an authorized military exercise, training or secondment. New/Extension Application Processing Instructions This online application form must be completed by persons over 18 years of age. All documents must be submitted […]
Exemptions Notice in the Gazette	Exemptions	Is granted to any member of the Peace Corps of the United States of America, Voluntary Services Overseas of the UnitedKingdom and Voluntary Service Abroad of New Zealand to enter, reside and work in Fiji Is granted to a person who has been invited by the Government or by any Government Ministry or department forconsultation […]
Immigration Search/Clearance Application Guide	Status, bonds & appeals	Apply for Search or Clearance Letter Immigration Status Search can be done for the following: Travel Ban Search. To find out if you are eligible to travel to and from Fiji. Travel History Search. By doing this search you will get records of your travel to and from Fiji. Citizenship Eligibility Search. Foreign passport holder […]
Uplift of Prohibited Immigrant (PI) Status	Status, bonds & appeals	Prohibited Immigrant Status (PI Uplift) All foreigners in Fiji must ensure to maintain a valid permit at all times while in the country. Foreigners should also apply for extension of their permit within 30 days of expiry to avoid overstaying and being declared a Prohibited Immigrant (PI) as covered under Part 4, Section 13 (2) […]
Bond Refund Application	Status, bonds & appeals	Bond Refund Application Bond is a sum of money paid by a non-citizen applying for a permit prior to the granting of the permit as a security. In the event where a non-citizen breaches any of the conditions of his/her permit or the non-citizen without lawful authority remains in the country after the expiration of […]
Appeal Application Guide	Status, bonds & appeals	Appeal application guideline An appeal to the Minister responsible for Immigration can be applied by a foreigner or company whose application for any type of permit (visitor/work/residence/study) has been refused by the Permanent Secretary. This covered under Part 8, Section 58 of the Immigration Act,2003. This section gives you an overview on how to apply […]