MUNICIPAL Councils will be issuing licenses to businesses within the town boundary areas only.
The Ministry of Local Government and Ministry of Industry, Trade and Tourism have rolled-out a new process for business licensing in Fiji effective from January 1, 2020.
According to the Fijian Government, the new process is a modernised approach which is faster and simpler, and will allow any type and size of business to apply for a license to operate.
The management of the business licences for those businesses that are located in rural areas including villages, informal settlements and those who are located outside town boundaries will still be carried out by the District Offices in the respective areas.
Only three essential documents must be submitted with the application form.
1) Copy of Business Registration
2) Tax Identification Number
3) License Application Form
A copy of Investment Fiji Certificate and Work Permit of the Investor will be required for foreign investors.
Municipal Councils and District Offices will process business applications within a 48-hour time period.
