The draft Tourism Bill 2026 sets out a structured registration and recognition process for tourism enterprises, aimed at improving compliance and industry standards.
Under the proposed law, all tourism businesses must apply for registration through the Ministry of Tourism using a prescribed form, supported by classification details, a legal compliance declaration, a self-assessment, and the required fee.
The Ministry will have 30 days to approve or reject applications, with reasons provided for any refusal and an opportunity given to applicants to address deficiencies.
Applicants must also declare compliance with all relevant Fijian laws, with penalties for providing false or misleading information.
The Bill places significant responsibility on operators, with self-assessments forming the primary basis for recognition, although audits and inspections may still be conducted.
Once approved, enterprises will receive a recognition certificate and be listed on a publicly accessible Tourism Enterprise Register.
Officials say the framework is designed to strengthen accountability, improve transparency, and ensure higher standards across Fiji’s tourism sector, while also enabling eligible businesses to access incentives and benefits.
