The Land Transport Authority (LTA) has announced a new taxi permit application system, with the rollout set to begin in April.
In a public notice, LTA CEO Irimaia Rokosawa said the new system will introduce improvements to ensure permits are processed “in accordance with the Base and Stand system based on quota.”
“This announcement is made in line with the gazetting of the new Taxi Permit Regulation and its supporting process on 13th March 2026,” he said.
Under the updated process, applicants will be required to submit a range of documents, including a Base and Stand Letter, proof of residency, a police clearance report, and a birth certificate.
LTA also confirmed that all applicants must attend an official checklist session before lodging their applications.
Applications can be submitted either online via the LTA website or in person at LTA offices.
The authority said the new system aims to ensure “fair and transparent processing” of taxi permits.
The rollout will begin with checklist acceptance from March 26, 2026, while completed applications will be accepted from April 8, 2026.
The implementation will be carried out in phases across the country.
Phase one will cover areas in the Central/Eastern Division and the North, including Serua/Namosi, Lami, Kadavu, Suva, Nausori, Rewa and Taveuni.
Phase two will extend to parts of the Western Division and the North, including Nadi, Lautoka, Ba and Tavua.
The final phase will include Bua and Rotuma.
LTA has advised interested applicants to ensure all required documents are prepared in advance to avoid delays in processing.
