Work visas
Fijian Work Permit
An employment authority letting a non-citizen work in Fiji for a named employer, tying the permit to that specific role and sponsoring company.
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Work permit fee amounts are not published on the pages reviewed; confirm current fees on the Ministry's Application Forms & Fees page.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Fiji government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Work Permit
- Route type
- Employer-linked work authority under the Immigration Act 2003
- Long-term validity
- Typically 3 years
- Short-term validity
- 1 year or less
- Categories
- Long-term, short-term, education, religious, volunteer, maritime/fishing, NGO, overseas employer/secondment
Who it is for
- Non-citizens with a job offer or engagement in Fiji
- Overseas employees seconded by a parent company
- Maritime and fishing crew, NGO staff, religious and education workers, and volunteers
Requirements
- Employment contract complying with Fiji labour laws
- Completed Terms and Conditions, Consent and Declaration form and Medical form
- Valid passport covering the duration of the permit
- Evidence the employee understands and has signed the contract
- Employer justification where required for the role
What you can do
- Work for the named employer for the period of the permit
- Apply to extend an existing work permit where eligible
How to apply
- Register and apply through the IMMIHUB portal at immihub.immigration.gov.fj
- Submit the employer and employee documents and pay the applicable fee
- Obtain the approval letter before travelling to Fiji
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.