Strung across 1,000 km of the South Pacific, the 333 islands of Fiji are a world renowned terrestrial and marine paradise. Whether it is the pure white sand beaches, rugged lush tropical forests, or its famed soft coral reefs and clear clean lagoons, Fiji has something for the thousands who come yearly to relax and enjoy its bounty.
Tourism, along with Fiji's fish, forests, and mineral resources, has given this country one of the most developed economies of its region. So, e-commerce has a healthy foothold here. And while there remain challenges to its accessibility to many Fijians, internet shopping is forecast to increase annually at 20% for the next several years.
Easily compare the best and cheapest shipping options to Fiji through a variety of carriers using Secureship
Secureship provides safe and affordable shipping from Canada to Fiji. In case you are an everyday shopper or a business,
you can easily save up to 50% on your international shipping costs by way of accessing our group buying power.
Shipments through Secureship come with full, easy to read tracking information to Fiji
Tracking #:780123123123
Tel: 1-800-463-3339
Signed By: Pikwalia @ Residence
Jun 2, 2023
8:49 am
Ahau,AH, FJ
Delivered
Jun 1, 2023
7:18 am
Nadi, NA, FJ
In transit
May 31, 2023
9:03 pm
Lautoka, LA, FJ
International Clearance
May 31, 2023
8:14 am
Suva , SU, FJ
In transit
May 31, 2023
12:17 am
Toronto, ON, CA
In transit
May 30, 2023
4:30 pm
Ottawa, ON, CA
Pickup Scan
Disclaimer!
While we have made every effort to ensure that the information on this page is accurate, Customs laws and procedures change regularly so it is
important to consult a licensed broker in Fiji before shipping any goods.
Types of Shipments
Not all types of shipments are created equal. Shipping a television will require different
paperwork, duties, and taxes than shipping an accounting statement, for example.
Here is a list of the most common types of shipments:
A gift shipment sent to Fiji from Canada may enter the country exempt from duty if its value is no more than FJD$2,000 (about $1,185 CAD) provided:
The item is for the strict use of a private individual
The gift is not to be sold, traded, or given away
The gift is neither alcoholic beverages or tobacco products
NOTE: If two or more parcels are shipped to the same recipient or several recipients living at the same address, customs officials may consider the parcels as one shipment for assessment of duties.
Shipments from Individual-to-Individual
A gift shipment from an individual in Canada to an individual in Fiji will be allowed entry duty-free up to a value of FJD$2,000 (about $1,185 CAD).
The duty exemption dependent upon:
The item is for the strict use of a private individual
The gift is not to be sold, traded, or given away
The gift is neither alcoholic beverages or tobacco products
NOTE: At the discretion of customs agents, they may declare that 2 or more packages sent to the same recipient or several recipients in the same household are one shipment. This may result in the duty threshold being exceeded and duties incurred.
Shipments from Business-to-Business
If a gift shipment is sent from a business in Canada to a business in Fiji, it will incur duty fees regardless of the value of the gift.
Shipments from Business-to-Individual
Should a business in Canada send a gift to an individual in Fiji, that shipment will be liable to duty charges no matter the monetary value of the parcel.
Gift Checklist
A commercial invoice must be included with your shipment
The words 'Gift Shipment' or 'Unsolicited Gift' are included on the commercial invoice, even if the shipment is sent at Christmas time
(see sample)
List the items in the parcel and write the value of each
Sending more than one gift in the parcel? Wrap and tag each one individually.
Sample Commercial Invoice for Gifts
Ship To
Invoice
Kamisese Mara Carew St. Suva Fiji
Phone: +679 330 2520
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Personal Shipment / Gift Shipment
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 30 May 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 Each
Gift Shipment: LEGO Star Wars Rebel UWing Fighter, 659 piece set
CA
$79.99
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Gifts Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $79.99
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Multiple Gifts in One Shipment
If your parcel has multiple gifts, it is recommended that you wrap and tag each one separately.
Sample Commercial Invoice for Gifts
Ship To
Invoice
Kamisese Mara Carew St. Suva Fiji
Phone: +679 330 2520
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Unsolicited Gift: Consolidated Gift Package
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 30 May 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 Each
Gift - Roger: LEGO Star Wars Rebel UWing Fighter, 659 piece set
CA
$39.99
1 Each
Gift - Erica: Handwoven French Canadian Catalogne Blanket
CA
$49.99
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Gifts Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $89.98
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Personal effects being delivered to my new address.
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 30 May 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
5 Pairs
Personal Effects: 5 pairs of various types of shoes
IN
$40.00
1 Each
Personal Effects: Arc'terix Winter Jacket
CA
$478.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Personal Effects Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $678.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Food, Chocolate, Candies
To protect Fiji against the entrance of exotic pests and diseases, there are stringent rules regarding foodstuffs that are allowed entry into the country. As a result, all shipments entering Fiji may be inspected by officers of the Biosecurity Authority of Fiji.
Therefore, particular foodstuffs are disallowed entry into Fiji: perishables, meats - canned and dried, honey, herbs, spices, and plants.
You May Ship
Chocolate
Candy
Do Not Ship
Perishables - fruit and vegetables
Canned meat and dried meat
Dried milk
Pasta flavoured with meat
Plants and their cuttings
Herbs and spices
Medicines derived from plants
Honey
Food, Chocolate, Candies Checklist
Clearly indicate 'Food' on the commercial invoice in the General Description or Remarks section (see sample)
Ensure that your food, chocolate, or candies may be imported into the country
You are not shipping commercial quantities (for any duty & tax exemption)
Check with your carrier that they will accept food shipments
Sample Commercial Invoice for Food, Chocolate, Candies
Ship To
Invoice
Kamisese Mara Carew St. Suva Fiji
Phone: +679 330 2520
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Food Shipment - Assorted chocolate bars in their original manufacturer's packaging
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 30 May 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 Box
Nestle Chocolate Bars in original packaging expiring May 2021 (shelf life of 6 months or longer)
CA
$20.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Permanent / Sold Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $20.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Samples
Commercial samples are sent overseas to promote products and solicit sales; they are not intended to be sold. Samples will be admitted into Fiji without duty charges if their value is FJD$500 or less (about $295 CAD).
Commercial travellers may import their samples as a temporary import. Goods must leave the country within 1 year of their entry.
Commercial Sample Checklist
A Commercial Invoice must be included with your shipment
Clearly indicate 'Commercial Samples' on the commercial invoice in the General Description & Detailed Description of Goods (see sample)
The item shipped has tearing, perforation, slashing, defacing, or has permanent marking clearing indicating the item as commercial sample
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Commercial Sample - Not for Resale
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 30 May 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 Box
Commercial Sample - Advanced reading copy of Dan Brown's novel.
CA
$20.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Commercial Sample Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $20.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Advertising Material
Advertising materials that will be displayed at exhibitions, meetings, or trade fairs are allowed entry into Fiji as a temporary import, and are duty-free. They must exit the country no later than 12 months after their entry.
Advertising Material Checklist
Commercial invoice must clearly indicate 'Promotional Material - Not for Resale' (see sample)
Sample Commercial Invoice for Promotional Material
Ship To
Invoice
Kamisese Mara Carew St. Suva Fiji
Phone: +679 330 2520
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Promotional Material - Not for Resale
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 30 May 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 Each
Promotional Material: Not for Resale. Product pamphlets to hand out at trade show.
CA
$163.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Promotional Material Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $163.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Repairs
Goods in need of repair may enter Fiji from Canada as a temporary import. They will be exempt from duty charges if their stay in Fiji is no more than 12 months.
Items Under Warranty
Goods from Canada under warranty that are repaired in Fiji will be exempt from GST when they re-enter Canada.
Items No Longer Under Warranty
Machinery no longer under warranty that is shipped from Canada to Fiji for repairs will incur GST when it re-enters Canada. The GST will be applied to the repair costs themselves and on any parts required to complete the repair.
Sending Product for Repair to Fiji
Equipment and machinery shipped to Fiji for repairs will be exempt from Fijian duties if they are temporary imports. They must exit the country within 1 year of their arrival.
Returning Repaired Product to Fiji
Machinery and equipment repaired in Canada will be exempt from GST if the work was done under a warranty.
Repair Checklist
Commercial invoice must clearly indicate 'REPAIR & RETURN' under the General Description or Remarks, and include the estimated time of return
(see sample)
Include repair contract with shipment
Serial or product number and the cost of repairs should be indicated under the Detailed Description of Goods section
Include the original shipping documents or tracking number from when the item was first exported to Fiji or exported to Canada (depending on which case applies)
A commercial invoice must be included with your shipment
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Repair and Return - Watch being sent for repair
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 30 May 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 Each
Fossil Watch being sent for repair - Model E5, serial # 789456FG7E2 - Repair Cost $76.00
US
$163.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Warranty Repair Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $163.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Temporary Imports
Goods of a temporary nature may enter Fiji exempt from duty charges provided the items leave the country within 12 months of their entry.
Temporary imports include items such as:
Goods for demonstration at meetings, trade fairs, or exhibitions
Machinery and goods for repair
Goods to be used for a specialised purpose - industrial, scientific, etc.
Commercial samples
ATA Carnets
Fijian authorities do not accept ATA Carnets for the temporary importation of goods.
Temporary Imports Checklist
Commercial Invoice clearly stating 'Temporary Import'. This must be written in the General Description section and the Detailed Description of Goods.
(see sample)
The goods arrive and leave in the same condition, i.e. they undergo no repairs nor are they used in manufacturing
Stay no longer than the period listed above
Include your ATA Carnet with your shipment (if applicable)
Include the expected return date or the date that it was originally received within the country (whichever applies)
Any above listed items not listed in this checklist
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Temporary Imports - Trade show booth and display equipment returning Jan 2020
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 30 May 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 box
Temporary Imports - Trade show booth and display equipment
CA
$1032.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Temporary Imports Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $1032.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Permanent/Sold Goods
All sold goods that enter Fiji will incur a VAT charge. However, if a sold item is shipped to a private individual, it will be duty-free if valued at FJD$2,000 or less (about $1,185 CAD).
The items cannot be used for commercial purposes, i.e. re-sold; therefore, they are for the use of the recipient only.
NOTE: Exemption cannot be claimed on imports of tobacco products and alcoholic beverages.
Occasional Shipper
Goods sold to a private individual valued at FJD$2,000 or less (about $1,185 CAD) may enter Fiji exempt from duty fees. (Regardless of their value, all shipments will incur VAT.)
The conditions for the exemption include:
Alcoholic beverages and tobacco products cannot be claimed
The goods are for the personal use of the recipient
The goods cannot be re-sold nor can they be used for commercial purposes
Regular shipper
If you regularly ship sold goods to Fiji, you should consult a licenced Fijian customs broker to ensure that you comply with all customs rules and regulations. This is particularly the case if your shipment has a value of more than FJD$2,000 (about $1,185 CAD).
Sample Commercial Invoice for Permanent/Sold Goods
Ship To
Invoice
Kamisese Mara Carew St. Suva Fiji
Phone: +679 330 2520
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Permanent/Sold: Parts and accessories for Canon B78n camera
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 30 May 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
15 Each
Camera Lenses: Canon EF 50mm, Canon EF 85mm & wide-angle lenses.
CA
$132.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Permanent/Sold Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $1980.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Required Documents
Shipping packages internationally requires a lot of documentation. This process alone can be confusing and time-consuming.
So we’ve narrowed down what documents you might need and ranked them based on likeliness of being needed.
Document Type
When?
Details
Shipping Label / Bill of Lading
Always required
This is a label provided by the carrier (UPS, FedEx, DHL, etc.). Always required because the carrier needs to know the parcel's destination.
Commercial Invoice
Required for all non-document shipments
For all non-document shipments, you will require 3 copies of the commercial invoice (to be included with your shipping labels).
These are for customs purposes and need to be included inside a document pouch outside of the box.
When creating a shipment through the Secureship website, the system will help you create this document automatically.
B13a
Required if value exceeds $2,000 per shipment or is a controlled good
A B13a is required if your shipment exceeds $2000 CAD or is a controlled good
and is destined to a country other than the US, Puerto Rico, or the US Virgin Islands
Canada has a preferential trade agreement with Fiji. A COO proves that an item has been produced, manufactured or processed in Canada.
When an item with a COO is imported into Fiji, it will incur a reduced or zero-rated import duty.
Certificate of Insurance (COI)
Infrequently required
Shows that the shipment has been insured.
Banks may request a certificate of insurance when providing letters of credit for the goods. Otherwise,
it is generally your choice whether to purchase insurance for the shipment.
ATA Carnet
Infrequently required
Used to avoid duties and taxes on shipments of temporary nature.
If you ship goods of temporary nature to and from a country, you can obtain an ATA Carnet to expedite the customs clearance process and
ensure that anything of temporary nature is not charged duties and taxes.
No specific form required, but generally includes information regarding:
The exporter, importer and transport company
Date of issue
Number of freight invoice
Type and number of packages
Contents of each package
Marks and numbers
Net weight, gross weight and measurements of each package
Prohibited & Restricted Imports
Prohibited goods will not be allowed entry into Fiji. However, those deemed restricted may enter if they obtain permission from the relevant government agency.
NOTE: Fijian authorities have strict rules governing the entry of biological materials that could introduce diseases or pests into the country. So, the Biosecurity Authority of Fiji may inspect any shipment for plants, plant materials, seeds, and foodstuffs like meats and animal products.
The amount of duty and taxes owed on incoming shipments to Fiji is determined by the CIF Value of the parcel, which is the sum of the customs value plus insurance amount plus freight costs.
CIF Value = Customs Value + Insurance Amount + Freight Costs
By calculating the CIF value of your parcel before shipping, you will have an estimate of the duty and taxes owed by the recipient.
Thresholds
The threshold (also called a de minimis value) on imports by a private individual for his or her use that enters Fiji is FJD$2,000 (about $1,185 CAD). Therefore, if a shipment has a CIF value of less than this amount, no duties will be incurred.
There is no threshold for VAT charges. Consequently, all shipments will incur a VAT charge regardless of the value of that shipment.
Currency
Fiji Dollar (FJD)
Duty Exemption (De minimis Value)
FJD$2,000 (about $1,185 CAD)
Duty Calculation Method
CIF
TAX (VAT)
9%
Tax Exemption
(De minimis Value)
N/A
Tax Calculation Method
CIF
Duties on Imports
Excise Duties
Fijian authorities apply an excise tax on alcoholic beverages of 15%.
Candy5%
Chocolate5%
Spirits and winesVariable*
TobaccoVariable*
Books0%
Documents0%
Video games & consoles5%
Computers & laptops0%
Tablets0%
Mobiles5%
Cameras5%
Accessories for Electronics0%
Coats5% - 15%
Beauty products & cosmetics5%
Jewellery5%
Shirts & pants5% - 15%
Home appliances0% - 5%
Toys5%
Sports equipment0%
*Wine (5%); Spirits (FJD$2.24/ L - about $1.30 CAD)
**Cigarettes (FJD$320.74/ kg or 1,000 cigarettes, whichever is greater - about $190 CAD); Cigars, cigarillos, and cheroots (FJD$223.97/ kg - about $130 CAD)
You can purchase
insurance
through Secureship and it is provided by the carrier that will be transporting your shipment.
Each carrier will charge a different amount per $100 of declared insurance. If you indicate that you need insurance for your shipment our system will automatically include the insurance costs for your shipment.
Insurance is great to have in case your package is accidentally lost or damaged by the carrier. But be careful, not everything you ship is insurable. Worse - even if your package contains items that are insurable, if it doesn’t meet the ISTA 3A packaging standard, the insurance purchased through the carrier would not be available to you.
Here are some items that cannot be insured by the carrier:
Personal belongings
Antiques
Artwork
Liquids (including alcohol)
Televisions
Jewellery in excess of $500
Perishable goods
Glass or Ceramic
And many more items
For more information, please see the carrier's terms and conditions.
Shipping to Fiji from Canada can take between 3-5 business days through the fastest carriers available on the Secureship platform.
More economical services, such as Canada Post, can take up to 1-2 months to complete the delivery.
