🇫🇯 Fiji · Employer-sponsored work
Fiji Work Permit — Maritime/Fishing Crew — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €388 |
| Minimum annual salary | FJD 12,000 |
| Proof of savings | €1,941 |
| Minimum investment | €3,883 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Age range | 18–65 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €254 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://immigration.gov.fj/work-in-fiji/.
- Typical processing: ~21 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €388.
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“Maritime and Fishing... Work Permit are issued to non-citizen to be employed as Maritime Crew, apply for a work permit as a crew on a fishing vessel... An employment contract which includes all non-negotiable conditions is a mandatory requirement. No salary threshold is stated.”
“Other Work Permit Categories – Long Term (3 Years)... Short-term work permits, valid for one year or less... Work permits are temporary; page silent on permanent residence.”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.