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Fiji Long-term work permit
First stay: 3 yrs
Long term work permit (W-01)
First checked against official sources on Record corrected 11 Oct 2026Change log
Key facts
Long-term work permit is a work route for Fiji. Checked 2026-10-10 against the official source.
- Government fees
- FJD 650 ≈ $290 · FJD 185 ≈ $82
- First stay
- 3 yrs
Cost, time and long term
Government feesFJD 650 ≈ $290 · FJD 185 ≈ $82
- FJD 650.05 (≈ $290)Base permit fee for the primary applicant.
- FJD 185 (≈ $82)Fee for each dependent included in the application.
RenewalRenewable
A one to three year permit can be extended through an extension application.
Where to applyFrom abroad
A first-time long-term work permit must be lodged from outside Fiji, except for the spouse of a Fiji citizen; short-term work permit holders can apply for it while in Fiji.
Why this route may not fit
Check this before you apply.
- Applications are made from outside Fiji, not after arriving
- Needs a job offer from an employer in Fiji
What you'll need
Who can apply3
- Applicant is over 18, is not a Fiji citizen and holds a valid employment contract with a locally registered company.
- Holders of a valid short-term work permit and spouses of Fiji citizens can also apply.
- Holders of study, residence, investor or visitor permits cannot apply.
What you must show and pay2
- A fee of FJD 650.05 (≈ $290) · Base permit fee for the primary applicant.
- A fee of FJD 185 (≈ $82) · Fee for each dependent included in the application.
Documents4
- Signed contract of employment, curriculum vitae and certified academic qualifications.
- National police report valid for one year and a medical report issued within the last 3 months.
- Passport valid for more than six months, with a certified copy of the biodata page.
- Endorsement from the relevant professional body where applicable.
Steps4
- The first application must be lodged from outside Fiji, except for spouses of Fiji citizens.
- Lodge the application online through the IMMI HUB portal and pay online.
- A security bond may be required before the permit is granted.
- The base application fee is FJD 650.05 (≈ $290), plus FJD 185 (≈ $82) for each dependant.
What happens at day 183
How Fiji decides tax residence and treats foreign-source income, from its tax records.
- Stay on this route
Up to 3 years at first, renewable
- Tax residence
- At least 183 days in a tax yearA person present in Fiji for 183 days or more is not a non-resident for PAYE purposes.
- At least 183 days in any 12-month period
- Foreign-source income
Resident individuals pay income tax on income from sources in and outside Fiji (foreign-source income), on a progressive scale from nil up to FJD 30,000 (≈ $13,300) to 39% above FJD 1,000,000, (≈ $445,000) with a foreign tax credit for tax paid abroad; a temporary resident (employed under a contract of up to three years) is exempt on foreign-source income other than employment income; non-residents pay on Fiji-source income from the first dollar.
All tax rules for Fiji Tax records checked
Full official text
Work permit of one to three years for a non-citizen employed by a locally registered company under a valid employment contract. 1 2
What you must show and pay
- A fee of FJD 650.05 (≈ $290) · Base permit fee for the primary applicant. 1
- A fee of FJD 185 (≈ $82) · Fee for each dependent included in the application. 1
Requirements
- Applicant is over 18, is not a Fiji citizen and holds a valid employment contract with a locally registered company. 1
- Holders of a valid short-term work permit and spouses of Fiji citizens can also apply. 1
- Holders of study, residence, investor or visitor permits cannot apply. 1
- Signed contract of employment, curriculum vitae and certified academic qualifications. 1
- National police report valid for one year and a medical report issued within the last 3 months. 1
- Passport valid for more than six months, with a certified copy of the biodata page. 1
- Endorsement from the relevant professional body where applicable. 1
- The first application must be lodged from outside Fiji, except for spouses of Fiji citizens. 1
- Lodge the application online through the IMMI HUB portal and pay online. 1 2
- A security bond may be required before the permit is granted. 2
- The base application fee is FJD 650.05 (≈ $290), plus FJD 185 (≈ $82) for each dependant. 1
Stay
- One to three years.
- First stay: 12 to 36 months, decided case by case.
- Renewable, subject to the conditions in force at renewal.
Work
Work for the sponsoring employer.
Family
Dependents are limited to the legal spouse and children under 18; others apply separately for a co-extensive residence permit.
Official sources
- Long Term Work Permit · Ministry of Immigration, Republic of Fiji · checked 2026-10-11
- Work permits: categories and procedure · Ministry of Immigration, Republic of Fiji · checked 2026-10-11
Long-term work permit and its alternatives
| Route | Money needed | Stay | Work |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long-term work permit | – | 3 yr, renewable | – |
| Education work permit | – | 3 yr, renewable | – |
| Overseas employer permit | – | 1 yr | Limited |
| Research permit | – | 6 mo, renewable | – |
| Secondment permit | – | 3 yr, renewable | – |
Questions people ask
How much money do I need for the Long-term work permit?
A fee of FJD 650.05 (≈ $290). Base permit fee for the primary applicant. A fee of FJD 185 (≈ $82). Fee for each dependent included in the application.
How long can I stay on the Long-term work permit?
One to three years.
Can I work on the Long-term work permit?
Work for the sponsoring employer.
Can I bring my family on the Long-term work permit?
Dependents are limited to the legal spouse and children under 18; others apply separately for a co-extensive residence permit.
How are Long-term work permit holders taxed in Fiji?
No special regime in our records is tied to the Long-term work permit. The standard rules apply: Resident individuals pay income tax on income from sources in and outside Fiji (foreign-source income), on a progressive scale from nil up to FJD 30,000 (≈ $13,300) to 39% above FJD 1,000,000, (≈ $445,000) with a foreign tax credit for tax paid abroad; a temporary resident (employed under a contract of up to three years) is exempt on foreign-source income other than employment income; non-residents pay on Fiji-source income from the first dollar.
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How this was checked
Checked on 2026-10-10 against 2 official sources. Status: verified against the official sources.
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- Long Term Work Permit · Ministry of Immigration, Republic of Fiji · checked 2026-10-11
- Work permits: categories and procedure · Ministry of Immigration, Republic of Fiji · checked 2026-10-11
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