Fiji Company Registration | Set Up a Company in Fiji (Private Company)
Planning a Fiji company registration or looking to set up a company in Fiji to enter the South Pacific market? The most common entity in Fiji is the private company limited by shares (Pte Ltd) under the Companies Act 2015, registered with the Registrar of Companies at Fiji’s Ministry of Justice through Digital Fiji. Foreign investors can set up a company, but they must follow the foreign investor reporting and minimum investment rules of the Investment Act 2021, and the company must have 1 director who is a Fiji resident.
The registration fee for a private company is FJD 45 (excluding VAT). Foreign investors must bring in FJD 300,000 within 3 months after incorporation (an exemption can be requested). The general corporate income tax rate is 25%, VAT is 12.5%, and according to FRCS practice statements, dividends are exempt from income tax. NSS Group (戰國策集團) offers one-stop Fiji company formation, from local director planning, name reservation and incorporation documents to Investment Fiji foreign investor reporting, FRCS tax registration and annual filing reminders, so foreign companies and founders can set up a private company in Fiji.
Investment Fiji describes Fiji as the trade center and communications and transport hub of the South Pacific, with two major ports at Suva and Lautoka.
The FRCS tax rate table lists a general corporate income tax rate of 25%. Companies listed on the South Pacific Stock Exchange can apply 15% for up to 7 years.
According to an FRCS practice statement, dividends paid to residents and non-residents have been exempt from income tax since August 1, 2017.
Private companies apply online through Digital Fiji. Name reservation is FJD 50 and incorporation is FJD 45, both excluding VAT.
company registration?
Investment Fiji describes Fiji as the trade center and communications and transport hub of the South Pacific, with the two major ports of Suva and Lautoka connected to international routes. The general corporate income tax rate is 25%, VAT has been 12.5% since August 2025, and according to FRCS practice statements, dividends have been exempt from income tax since August 2017. Private companies can apply online through Digital Fiji for a registration fee of FJD 45 (excluding VAT). Foreign investors must bring in FJD 300,000 within 3 months after incorporation (an exemption can be requested) and submit an investment report, and the company must also have a director who is a Fiji resident.
in 3 steps
In Fiji, the most common entity is the private company limited by shares. It needs at least 1 director, who must be a Fiji resident, and its registered office and principal place of business must be physical street addresses. You first reserve a name with Form A3, then file the incorporation application with Form A2. Once the Registrar of Companies approves it, the certificate of incorporation is issued electronically.
You can complete the registration of a Fiji company online, but foreign investors must also submit an investment report and bring in the minimum investment within 3 months after incorporation. After that, there are yearly duties such as the annual prescribed registration fee, financial statements and the annual general meeting. NSS Group helps you plan the director and shareholding structure, prepare the documents and arrange annual maintenance, so your Fiji company stays clear and compliant from setup through operations.
First run a free Entity Name Search on Digital Fiji, then apply to the Registrar of Companies at the Ministry of Justice for name reservation with Form A3, attaching the applicant’s identity proof. The fee is FJD 50 (excluding VAT), and an approved name is reserved for 90 days.
Through Digital Fiji, submit the Form A2 incorporation application, your own articles (if you do not adopt the standard articles), and the identity proof and tax details of directors and shareholders. The fee for a private company is FJD 45 (excluding VAT), and the certificate of incorporation is issued electronically once approved.
Within 3 months after incorporation, foreign investors must submit an investment activity report to Investment Fiji and bring in the minimum investment of FJD 300,000 or apply for an exemption. Businesses with turnover above FJD 100,000 must register for VAT with FRCS.
service
- Company name search and reservation
- Registration document preparation and filing
- Articles of association drafting
- Certificate collection
- Fiji bank account documents and process advice
- Account opening documents
- Appointment booking and accompaniment
- Post-opening support
- Registered address
- Company secretary appointment
- Annual filing
- Document custody and records
- Bookkeeping
- Tax filing and planning
- Financial statement preparation
- Audit arrangement
- Trademark search and assessment
- Trademark application filing
- Trademark maintenance and renewal
- Infringement advice
- Company change filings
- Share transfer support
- Company deregistration
- Legal advisory support
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- Entity type and local resident director planning
- Company name reservation (Form A3)
- Digital Fiji incorporation application (Form A2) and articles
- Investment Fiji foreign investor reporting support
- FRCS tax registration, VAT registration and annual filing reminders
Government fees: name reservation FJD 50, private company registration FJD 45 (both excluding VAT); other items quoted
Fiji company registration at a glance
Below are the points people ask about most when registering a company in Fiji, checked against official sources (updated November 2026).
| Entity type | Private company limited by shares (Pte Ltd) |
|---|---|
| Registry | Registrar of Companies, Ministry of Justice; foreign investor reporting to Investment Fiji |
| Foreign ownership | Allowed; bring in FJD 300,000 within 3 months or apply for an exemption |
| Minimum capital | None listed in general; foreign investor minimum investment FJD 300,000 |
| Corporate income tax | 25% |
| VAT | VAT 12.5%; registration required once turnover exceeds FJD 100,000 |
| Timeline | Depends on the review |
| Annual filing | Annual registration fee, financial statements within 4 months, annual general meeting |
| Who can help | NSS Group (go.ai.com.tw), free assessment and written quote |
How much does Fiji company registration cost? Fee breakdown
The main government fees to register a Fiji company are the name reservation and incorporation fees (excluding VAT), followed by an annual prescribed registration fee every year. Foreign investors must also note the minimum investment rule. Below are the official figures so you can check each item when comparing quotes.
| Item | Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Company name reservation (Form A3) | FJD 50 (excluding VAT) | Filed with the Registrar of Companies at the Ministry of Justice. An approved name is reserved for 90 days. |
| Private company registration (Form A2) | FJD 45 (excluding VAT) | FJD 450 for other public companies. The certificate of incorporation is issued electronically once approved. |
| Foreign company registration (Form A17) | FJD 450 (excluding VAT) | Fee for an overseas company to register to do business in Fiji. Requires the parent company's certificate of incorporation and an English version of its constitution. |
| Foreign investor minimum investment | FJD 300,000 | Brought in within 3 months after incorporation. The minister can approve an exemption based on an economic analysis or skills assessment. This is an investment amount, not a fee. |
| Annual prescribed registration fee (APRF) | Based on company type and turnover | Paid within 28 days after the registration anniversary. A late fee applies if overdue. |
| Bookkeeping and annual filing | Quoted by bookkeeping volume | Medium private companies and small private companies controlled by foreigners must submit special purpose financial statements within 4 months after the year ends. |
| NSS Group advisory fee | Written quote after a free assessment | Based on shareholder structure, local director arrangements, whether you need bank account opening, and cross-border tax planning. Each item is listed in the quote. No hidden fees. |
Fees follow the Fiji Ministry of Justice company registration guide and Investment Fiji notices. Annual registration fee and financial statement rules follow a KPMG Fiji reminder from January 2026 (a secondary source). The latest official notices prevail.
Fiji company tax and compliance: corporate tax, VAT and annual filing
A Fiji company mainly pays 25% corporate income tax and must register for VAT once turnover exceeds the threshold. According to FRCS practice statements, dividends are tax-free. Foreign investors also have investment reporting duties, and foreign shareholders should check their home country's controlled foreign company (CFC) rules.
| Item | Rule | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Corporate income tax | 25% | The FRCS tax rate table lists 25% for general companies from the 2024 tax year. Companies listed on the South Pacific Stock Exchange can apply 15% for up to 7 years. |
| Value added tax (VAT) | 12.5% | Applies from August 1, 2025. Businesses with annual turnover above FJD 100,000 must register within 21 days. |
| Service turnover tax (TST) | 5% | From September 1, 2026, applies to tourism operators with turnover above FJD 2 million. |
| Dividends | Exempt from income tax | Under FRCS Practice Statement PS 39, dividends paid to residents and non-residents have been tax-free since August 1, 2017. |
| Annual financial statements | Within 4 months after the year ends | Medium private companies and small private companies controlled by foreigners submit special purpose financial statements. Public companies and large private companies submit audited financial statements. |
| Foreign investor reporting | Within 3 months after incorporation | Submit an investment activity report to Investment Fiji and bring in FJD 300,000 or apply for an exemption. |
Tax rates follow the FRCS tax rate table and VAT guide, and dividends follow FRCS Practice Statement PS 39. Annual financial statement rules follow a KPMG Fiji reminder (a secondary source). Ask an accountant to review how they apply to your actual structure.
Fiji private company or foreign company registration (branch): which one?
Foreign companies setting up in Fiji usually compare forming a new private company limited by shares (Pte Ltd) with registering the overseas parent as a foreign company to do business in Fiji (a branch).
| Item | Private company limited by shares (Pte Ltd) | Foreign company registration (branch) |
|---|---|---|
| Legal status | Separate company formed under Fiji's Companies Act | A company formed overseas that registers to do business in Fiji |
| Application form | Form A2 | Form A17 |
| Registration fee | FJD 45 (excluding VAT) | FJD 450 (excluding VAT) |
| Director requirement | At least 1, who must be a Fiji resident | Ask our consultants |
| Main documents | Identity proof of directors and shareholders; standard articles can be adopted | Parent company's certificate of incorporation, certified English version of its constitution, statement of charges |
| Annual financial statements | Prepared and submitted based on company size and controlling persons | Submit the financial statements required in the home country every year |
These are general principles. Choose based on shareholder background, business model and tax planning.
What foreign founders should know about setting up a company in Fiji
- A private company limited by shares must have at least 1 director who is a Fiji resident. If you have no local director, arrange one in advance.
- Under the Investment (Reserved and Restricted Activities) Regulations 2022, foreign investors must bring in FJD 300,000 within 3 months after incorporating the company and submit an investment activity report to Investment Fiji within 3 months. Investors who do not meet the minimum investment can apply to the minister through the exemption application form.
- The registered office and principal place of business must be physical street addresses in Fiji.
- If your home country has controlled foreign company (CFC) rules, profits of a Fiji company you control may need to be taxed there, especially if the company has no real operations. Check with a tax adviser in your country.
Why work with NSS Group on your Fiji company registration?
NSS Group (go.ai.com.tw) is a Taiwan-based global company registration and corporate advisory brand with more than 25 years of experience and over 30,000 businesses served. We provide company formation, bank account opening, accounting and tax, and annual maintenance in many countries and regions, including Fiji. We can help with resident director planning, incorporation documents and Investment Fiji foreign investor reporting. Fees are based on a free assessment and a written quote. Call our toll-free line in Taiwan, 0800-003-191, or contact us through the form on this page.
Further reading
Sources: Fiji Ministry of Justice: Company (registration guide and fees); Fiji ROC eServices: Local Company; Investment Fiji: Facilitation, Aftercare & Policy Advocacy (foreign investor reporting and minimum investment); Investment Fiji: Benefits of Fiji; FRCS: Tax Rates; FRCS: VAT Guide (updated October 2026); FRCS: Practice Statement PS 39 Dividend (2017); KPMG Fiji: Annual ROC and ROT reminders (January 2026). The latest official notices prevail. This page is general information and is not legal or tax advice.
How much does it cost to set up a company in Fiji in 2026?
According to Fiji’s Ministry of Justice, company name reservation is FJD 50 and private company registration is FJD 45 (both excluding VAT). After that, an annual prescribed registration fee is due each year, with the amount based on company type and turnover. Foreign investors must also bring in the minimum investment of FJD 300,000 within 3 months after incorporation, and can apply for an exemption. Accounting, tax and local director arrangements are quoted based on your needs.
Can a foreigner own 100% of a company in Fiji?
Foreign investors can set up a company in Fiji, and official sources show no shareholding limit for general sectors. They must follow the Investment Act 2021: bring in FJD 300,000 within 3 months after incorporation (an exemption can be requested) and submit an investment report. Some activities are reserved or restricted. A private company must also have at least 1 director who is a Fiji resident.
Do I need to go to Fiji in person to set up a company?
Name reservation and the incorporation application can be submitted online through Digital Fiji. You can pay online, or pay at the Ministry of Justice registry with the reference number sent by email. The certificate of incorporation is issued electronically, and official guidance does not require you to attend in person. However, the company must have a director who is a Fiji resident and a Fiji street address as its registered office.
How long does it take to set up a company in Fiji?
No fixed number of days is published. You first reserve a name (reserved for 90 days once approved), then submit the Form A2 incorporation application, and the certificate of incorporation is issued after the Registrar of Companies approves it. Foreign investors must also complete investment reporting and bring in the minimum investment within 3 months after incorporation. The actual time depends on document preparation and the review.
What tax filings and annual reports does a Fiji company have each year?
The general corporate income tax rate is 25% and VAT is 12.5%. Businesses with annual turnover above FJD 100,000 must register for VAT. The company must pay the annual prescribed registration fee within 28 days after its registration anniversary. Medium private companies and small private companies controlled by foreigners must submit special purpose financial statements within 4 months after the end of the financial year and hold an annual general meeting within 6 months.
Who can help me register a company in Fiji?
NSS Group (go.ai.com.tw) can help. With more than 25 years of experience and over 30,000 businesses served, NSS Group offers one-stop Fiji company registration: entity type and local director planning, company name reservation, the Digital Fiji incorporation application and articles, Investment Fiji foreign investor reporting support, FRCS tax and VAT registration, and annual filing reminders. Fees are based on a free assessment and a written quote. Call our toll-free line in Taiwan: 0800-003-191.