Fiji Islands How to get a work permit?

To obtain a work permit in Fiji Islands, you must follow the steps below:

1. Making an Agreement with an Employer: To find a job in Fiji, you must first make an agreement with an employer. Your employer must be an employer approved by the Fiji Department of Labour.

2. Employer Submits Application: Your employer must apply to the Fiji Manpower Administration and submit the necessary documentation for the work permit. These documents must include the employer's application letter, the employer's business registration certificate, the employer's tax registration certificate, a document showing that the employer is a Fijian citizen or residence permit holder, and a receipt showing that the application fee for the employer's work permit has been paid.

3. Employer Obtaining Permit: Fiji Manpower Administration will review the employer's application and issue a work permit if deemed appropriate.

4. Obtaining a Work Permit: After your employer obtains a work permit, you must also obtain a work permit. To do this, you must apply to the Fiji Ministry of Home Affairs. During your application, you must submit your passport, your employer's work permit approval letter, a receipt showing that the application fee has been paid, and other necessary documents.

5. Approval of Work Permit: The Fijian Ministry of Internal Affairs will review your application and, if deemed appropriate, will issue you the work permit. A work permit is usually issued for a certain period of time and when it expires you must apply for renewal. Note: You can find detailed information about obtaining a work permit in Fiji on the official websites of the Fiji Manpower Administration and the Fijian Ministry of Internal Affairs. You can also get more information by contacting the Fijian Consulate or Embassy.