Employers, organizations, and institutions sponsoring non-citizens to work in Fiji are to ensure that all mandatory requirements for permit applications are submitted.
Non-submission of any of the required documents can be grounds to decline or refuse permit applications.
An employment contract which includes all non-negotiable conditions is a mandatory requirement. A standard sample of employment contract in accordance with the Fiji labour laws is available on the Fiji Immigration website. See sample here
The employer is responsible for returning foreign workers to their home countries as required in the repatriation clauses of their employment contracts.
Employers must provide evidence that content of the employment contract is understood by the foreign worker and signed by both parties.
A change of employment while in country is not permitted unless approved by the Ministry of Immigration
Employers must ensure applicant’s passport is valid for the duration of permit.
Foreigners in Fiji on visitor permit (holiday/visiting friends or relatives) are not allowed to apply for work permit while in the country. He/she will need to depart Fiji before an application for work permit is lodged.
Any documentation that requires an English translation must be Notarized from their country of origin.
Uplift of PI status – (if the applicant is a prohibited immigrant, he/she must apply for a PI uplift whilst out of the country) . Apply HERE
Only locally registered companies or registered agents that are registered with the Ministry of Immigration portal can apply for work permits. APPLY as an Employer or APPLY as an Agent
Specialized positions will need to obtain endorsements from the local highest authority. For example, Ministry of Health, Ministry of Agriculture and Ministry of Education
Incomplete documentation note: applications with missing or incomplete documents will be refused under immigration regulations 2007, section 16(b)(v).
False or misleading information warning: providing false or misleading information is a breach of immigration act 2003, section 64(1)(a) & (h), and will result in refusal.
Failure to meet wage requirements applications not meeting minimum wage standards and non inclusion of all mandatory clauses will be refused under employment regulations 2015, section 5(1).
False declarations any false declaration constitutes a breach of immigration Act 2003, section 5(4)(1)(c).
Non-Government Organization
Work Permit are issued to a non-citizen to be employed by International or Regional Non-Governmental Organisations.
Maritime and Fishing
Work Permit are issued to non-citizen to be employed as Maritime Crew, apply for a work permit as a crew on a fishing vessel.
Overseas Employers and Secondments
Granted upon submission of a secondment letter signed by the parent company as part of the application process.
Other Work Permit Categories – Long Term (3 Years)
Long-term work permits in Fiji, with a duration of three years, are typically issued to non-citizens.
Other Work Permit Categories – One Year or Less
Short-term work permits, valid for one year or less, are granted to non-citizens for temporary engagements.
Non-Government Organization
Work Permit are issued to a non-citizen to be employed by International or Regional Non-Governmental Organisations.
Secondments Work Permit
Granted upon submission of a secondment letter signed by the parent company as part of the application process.
Maritime and Fishing
Work Permit are issued to non-citizen to be employed as Maritime Crew, apply for a work permit as a crew on a fishing vessel.
Other Work Permit Categories – Long Term (3 Years)
Long-term work permits in Fiji, with a duration of three years, are typically issued to non-citizens.
Other Work Permit Categories – One Year or Less
Short-term work permits, valid for one year or less, are granted to non-citizens for temporary engagements.
Overseas Employees/Employer (1 Year or Less)
Work Permit issued to non-citizen employed by a foreign company with income and work location outside of Fiji. Applicant for this category is an employee of a foreign company which has an agreement or contract with a local company for specific projects.
