Fiji - Import Goods

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Procedure

Apply In-Person:

1. To imports goods into Fiji, an importer should segregate the type of goods that need to be imported.
2. The import types can be identified by the Customs officer, so the applicant must visit the Fiji’s Revenue and Custom Services office. Contacts
3. After finding out what is required, all the documents, licenses, permits and certificates must be prepared by the applicant.
4. The document requirement varies based on the types of goods to be imported.
5. Make sure that you have all the documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
6. The applicant must obtain the Import application (Respective goods) form from any of the customs in Fiji.
7. The import application form must be filled with all the necessary details accurately.
8. The application form must be submitted along with other legal documents and licensed related to the goods to be imported.
9. In this case an importer is advised to use a customs agent or freight forwarder if he / she is not familiar with, they must submit all the documents along with the application form to the customs department.
10. Thereafter, the goods will be inspected, monitored, checked and verified by the Customs Authority.
11. After verification, the declared goods are assessed and the importer must clear all duties and taxes; as they await the importer to fulfill necessities, goods may be stored in the customs warehouse for a limited period of time.
12. After all payments are made by importer, the payment is verified and thereafter goods are released.
13. The processing time varies based on what is being imported and the importation requirements.
14. The usual time ranges between 1 to 3 months.
    

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Required Documents

• Importers registration certificate
• Proof of registration under automated systems for customs data (ASYCUDA)
• Proof of importers identify (passport, national identity card or drivers’ license)
• Certificate of origin
• Commercial invoice
• Licenses, certificates and permits issued from other agencies, if applicable
• The arrival documentation from the shipping company, airline, or freight forwarder.
  

Office Locations & Contacts

Fiji Revenue and Custom Services Department.
Revenue & Customs Services Complex,
Lot 1 Corner of Queen Elizabeth Drive & Ratu Sukuna Road, Nasese, Suva
Telephone: (+679) 3243000
Fax: (679) 3315537
Email ID - [email protected]
Hotline Number – 1326
Office Hours – 7 am – 6 pm

Suva Office
Revenue & Customs Services Complex
Lot 1 Corner of Queen Elizabeth Drive
& Ratu Sukuna Road, Nasese,
Suva
Phone: (+679) 3243000
Fax: (+679) 3315537

Nausori Office
FDB Building
Main st,Nausori.
Phone: (+679) 3243441/ 3243440

Nausori Airport
Ground Floor
Nausori Airport
Nausori
Phone: (+679) 347 8299

Nadi Office
Nadi/ Nadi Airport
Lot 1 Challenge Plaza
Votualevu
Nadi
Phone: (+679) 6734300Fax:  (+679) 6725390

Lautoka Office
19 Tavewa Avenue
Lautoka.
Phone: (+679) 6626600
Fax: (+679) 6660570, (+679) 6650473

Labasa Office
1st Floor Ratu Raobe Building
Corner of Nanuku & Jaduram Street
Labasa.
Phone: (+679) 8819700
Fax: (+679) 8812354

Savusavu Office
Main Street
Savusavu.
Phone: (+679) 8850727
Fax: (+679) 8850728

Levuka Office
Beach Street
Levuka.
Phone: (+679) ‎3440888
Fax: (+679) 3440425

Rakiraki Office
Ground Floor, FDB Building
Main St, Rakiraki Town.
Phone: (+679) 662 6715

Sigatoka Office
FDB Building, Ground Floor
Vunasalu Rd
Sigatoka.
Phone: (+679) 6626603

Ba Office
Second Floor
Koronubu House
Ba Town
Phone: (+679) 662 6726
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Eligibility

The applicant with all the requirements for importation in to the country is eligible to import goods.

Fees

• Importers duties vary based on the type of good being imported.
• Fiscal value are usually 5%, 15% or 32% of CIF.
• VAT 15% of CIF.
  

Validity

The import goods permission is valid until the products reach the Fiji Customs.

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• The time varies based on what is being imported and the importation requirements.
• Processing time usually ranges between 1 to 3 months.
  

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Instructions

• Importers must know the category / type in which they intend to import.
• An importer must endeavor to obtain a Customs entry (SAD) in order to successful import to Fiji.
• Importers must be aware that all entries (SAD) are processed through the ASYCUDA system.
• Importers must be aware of restricted and prohibited goods.
• Ensure that goods are imported through an accurate and correct Customs entry.
• Importers should be aware that entries containing errors and omissions are penalized.
• Make sure that all payments for all applicable customs charges are made.
• Always keep record of all commercial documents as they may be requested for by the customs at any time.
• Importers must ensure that all FRCA legislative requirements are fulfilled.
• Goods that are prohibited and restricted shall be confiscated at the port of entries and destroyed.
• Imports who wish to import a combination cigarettes, cigars and tobacco free should make sure that quantity doesn’t exceed 250g.
• Importers should take note of imports that require police clearance and special permits/
• Importers should be aware that in order to import any weapons a police permit is required.
• If not sure of what to do, an importer is advised to solicit assistant from either a customs broker / agent, or freight forwarder.
• In case of usage of a customs broker / agent, or freight forwarder, importers must be aware that any action by them is considered to have been done by the importer.
• In cases where an importer would want to use a customs agent / broker or freight forwarder, ensure that the selected agent is authorized.
  

Required Information

• Name and address of importer
• Type of goods to be imported;
• Specifications of goods imported (the name and the quality and quantity of goods being imported)
• Purchase cost of good
• Manufacturer
• Country of export
• Tax Identification Number (TIN)
  

Need for the Document

Without the permission from Revenue and Customs Department, the goods from other countries cannot be imported.

Information which might help

It is important for importers to know the authorized areas where imports can be temporarily be held / stores as they away examination or transshipment.

• These areas are
  • Fiji air freight stations (AFS)
  • Fiji inland freight stations (IFS)
  • Fiji container freight stations (CFS)
  • Airports (Nadi and Nausori)
  • Sea ports ( Suva ,Lautoka, Savusavu, Oinafa and Levuka)
  • Bonded warehouse (private and general) among others
• Travelers seventeen (17) years of age and above can import 250 cigarettes, 250g cigars, 250g tobacco, 225 litres of liquor, 4.5 litres of wine and 4.5 litres of beer free of charge.
• Items of clothing, toiletries and personal computers are also free to import and any other personal goods may be imported freely provide the total value does not exceed FJ$400.
  

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

Please explain what are other uses for obtaining this document/certificate.
E.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

For other customs related services, always refer to the official website linked here.Website

Others

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