Clear guidance on the rules that shape Fiji business.
Straightforward articles on Fiji tax, payroll, compliance, and foreign-investor topics — written by the AK Fiji team.
Fiji's New 5% Tourism Services Tax: What Hotels and Tour Operators Must Do Before 1 September 2026
Fiji's 5% Tourism Services Tax starts 1 September 2026 for operators turning over more than $2 million. Who pays, how to file, and what's still unclear.
Capital Gains Tax in Fiji: Rates, Exemptions and How to Work Out What You Owe
Fiji's Capital Gains Tax is 10% on disposals of property, shares and other capital assets. The exemptions, the cost base rules and the CGT certificate process.
Withholding Tax in Fiji: What You Must Deduct Before Paying an Overseas Supplier
Paying an overseas consultant, licensor or lender? Fiji withholding tax runs to 15%, and you can't claim the deduction until it's paid. What to withhold, and when.
Sole Trader or Company in Fiji? How to Choose the Right Business Structure
Sole trader or Pte Ltd in Fiji? Compare tax rates, liability, setup costs, audit thresholds and FNPF — and see which structure fits your business.
Fringe Benefit Tax in Fiji: The Employer Cost Hiding in Your Payroll
Fiji's Fringe Benefit Tax is 20% on a grossed-up value — effectively 25% of what the benefit cost you. What's caught, what's exempt, and when returns are due.
Financial Literacy Training for Fiji Business Teams and Boards — Why It Matters
Boards and management teams that understand their own numbers make better decisions, faster. Here's why financial literacy training is worth the investment.
Xero, MYOB, or QuickBooks: Choosing Cloud Accounting Software for a Fiji Business
Moving off spreadsheets or legacy desktop software? Here's how to think about choosing between Xero, MYOB, and QuickBooks for a Fiji business.
Opening a Business Bank Account in Fiji as a Foreign Investor
Bank account opening is often the slowest step in setting up a Fiji business for foreign investors. Here's what banks actually want to see, and how to avoid the common delays.
Changing Your Fiji Company's Directors, Name, or Registered Office
Director appointments, name changes, and registered office updates all need to be formally filed with Fiji's Companies Office. Here's what triggers a filing and how long it takes.
Annual Return & Statutory Filings: What Every Fiji Company Must Do Each Year
Every Fiji company must file an annual return and statutory accounts with the Companies Office, and confirm its UBO register. Here's what's due, when, and what happens if you miss it.
How We Help Airbnb & Short-Term Rental Operators in Fiji Stay Tax Compliant
Airbnb and short-term rental hosts in Fiji face a different tax profile to ordinary landlords — VAT, EFD compliance, and provisional tax all come into play sooner than most hosts expect. Here's what applies, and how Alvin Kumar & Associates keeps you compliant.
Earning Rent In Fiji - FAQ
Prepared for individual landlords earning rental income in Fiji
How to setup a business in Fiji for locals
Start Your Business in Fiji — We Handle the Paperwork, You Focus on the Business
How to Start a Business in Fiji as a Foreign Investor: The 2026 Guide
Six steps, three government agencies, and one regulatory change most guides still get wrong — here's exactly what happens when a foreign investor starts a business in Fiji.
Loan Documentation and Cash Flow Projections: What You Need to Prepare
Whether you're a foreign investor applying for an investor permit, or an established business approaching a bank for financing, the same two documents tend to come up again and again: solid loan/financing documentation and a credible cash flow projection.
Does Your Fiji Company Need an Audit? Thresholds and Requirements
Not every Fiji company needs an audit, but many that cross certain turnover or structure thresholds do. Here's how to know where you stand, and how to prepare.
How to Register for VAT in Fiji
A step-by-step guide to FRCS Value Added Tax registration for Fiji businesses crossing the $100,000 turnover threshold.
Fiji's Reserved and Restricted Activities: Which Sectors Need a Higher Foreign Investment Threshold
Most sectors need FJD $300,000 to qualify as a foreign investor in Fiji — but hotels, homestays, retail, and a handful of other activities carry thresholds up to $2 million. Here's the sector-by-sector breakdown.
Understanding the FNU Levy — What Every Fiji Employer Must Know
The Fiji National University Levy is often misunderstood. Here's what the 1% charge really covers, who pays, and when.
FNPF Contributions — A Complete Guide for Fiji Employers
FNPF is more than just a retirement fund — it's a statutory obligation for every Fiji employer. Here's the complete picture.