Before you begin
Fiji warmly welcomes foreign investment. Most sectors permit 100% foreign ownership, subject to Fiji Trade and Investment Bureau (FTIB) registration. Sensitive sectors (retail, small-scale agriculture, some tourism activities) are reserved or require a Fiji partner.
Step 1 — Choose your structure
Most foreign investors use a Fiji Private Limited Company. Alternatives:
- Foreign Branch — suits mature foreign companies wanting parity with their parent
- Joint Venture — required in regulated sectors, useful for local market access
- Representative Office — research/liaison only, cannot trade
Step 2 — FTIB registration (where required)
Investment projects exceeding FJD $250,000 typically require an FTIB certificate. FTIB assesses economic benefit, employment, technology transfer, and foreign-exchange impact.
Step 3 — Company Incorporation
- Reserve 3 name options at the Companies Office
- Prepare the Memorandum and Articles of Association
- Appoint at least one director, one shareholder, and a company secretary
- Lodge incorporation documents under the Companies Act 2015
- Receive Certificate of Incorporation (7–14 working days)
Step 4 — Tax and employer registrations
Once incorporated, register with:
- FRCS — TIN, VAT (if applicable), PAYE
- FNPF — employer registration
- FNU — once payroll exceeds the $20,000 threshold
Step 5 — Bank account
Allow 4–10 weeks depending on the bank and the complexity of the ownership structure. ANZ, BSP and BRED are the main options. Chinese-origin structures typically take longest due to enhanced due diligence.
Step 6 — Work permits and staff
Foreign staff require work permits from the Department of Immigration. AK Fiji prepares the supporting employer documentation.
The 30-60-90 day roadmap
We publish detailed country-specific roadmaps for Australian, New Zealand, Indian and Chinese investors in our Foreign Investor Toolkit.