AT PORT DENARAU MARINA ALL BORDER AGENCIES ARE AVAILABLE ON SITE.

Update as at 5th September 2022

As of the 5th of September 2022, the Fijian Government is removing the requirement for post-arrival testing for international travellers.

No test results or proof of test bookings will be required to enter Fiji. Although mandated post-arrival COVID-19 testing will be lifted, testing will be required for anyone who develops COVID-19 symptoms which individuals arriving in Fiji will be asked to self-report on a single immigration arrival card. Those who test positive will now be required to isolate for a minimum of five days, as opposed to the previous period of seven days. 

If Travelers who have booked a RAT Test and are travelling to Fiji from 05 Sept onwards request a refund, this will be provided within advised timelines of 5-10 working days. Please contact [email protected] should you have additional queries.

Full media statement can be found on this link. 

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Update as at 17th June 2022

AT PORT DENARAU MARINA ALL BORDER AGENCIES ARE AVAILABLE ON SITE.

Arrival protocols into Fiji are very simple and are found on the following website https://www.frcs.org.fj/our-services/customs/yachts-and-vessels/. 

Vessel has to submit their inward arrival form together with their vaccination certificate for each crew 48hrs prior to departure from the last port.

Insurance is not mandatory for yachts given their significantly longer stay. However, it remains strongly encouraged especially for medical evacuation. For those that aren’t able to provide Insurance, a supporting letter that highlights that they will meet all COVID related costs, including isolation if required, will suffice.

Documents to be sent to [email protected].

Upon arrival Health will give clearance for vessels to arrive on dock for further clearance and a Rapid Antigen test will be conducted. Once all inward clearances are completed and cruising permit issued, vessel can begin exploring Fiji waters. 

Please note that yachts arriving from the List of Countries/Ports given below are to be anchored outside at Quarantine mooring ground for clearance.

These Countries/Ports are deemed to be Malarial Ports where Anti-Malarial Spraying has to be conducted in the yachts before proceeding to dock.

• Papua New Guinea

• Vanuatu

• Solomon Islands

• Brisbane, Australia

• Gold Coast, Australia

• East Indies

• Asia 

Master/Captain of vessel has to be contacted for transportation of Health Officer from Marina to the Yacht.

All crew signing on or off will need to complete forms and submit to Immigration Department and Customs : Forms A and Form B linked. 

BIOSECURITY REQUIREMENTS

Vessel provisions (plants and animal product ) conditions by Biosecurity of Fiji:

Frozen meat

1. Frozen POULTRY meat only allowing from New Zealand.

2. Frozen BEEF, LAMB and other ruminant products only allowing from Australia and New Zealand.

3. Frozen PORK products not allowing from any country unless prior approval from BAF with BAF’s Personal Import permit and must accompany all required documents with import permit

4. Frozen Prawns without head and shell is allowed from any country.

5. Frozen meat products apart from above will not be allowed to use during cruising.

Dairy products

1. Frozen dairy products are allowed only from Australia, NZ and France having established pathway country wide.

2. Shelf stable dairy products from approved country list are allowed to be used during cruising. (as per BAF alert)

3. Dairy products apart from above are not allowed to use during cruising in Fiji

Shelf stable products

1. Shelf stable products that have poultry products as an ingredient will only be allowed from New Zealand.

2. Shelf stable pork products such as canned pork or products contain pork as ingredients are not allowed from any country. (N.B: If importer has made prior approval from BAF for this import, it requires import permit with necessary documents accompanying the consignment).

3. Shelf stable products contain animal ingredients other than pork and poultry, are allowed from Australia. (N.B: Poultry products not allowed from Australia)

4. Shelf stable products having animal ingredients other than pork, are allowed from New Zealand.

5. Shelf stable products that have less than 10% of animal products are allowed from approved country list with BAF Import permit and Manufacture declaration (Refer BAF’s alert).

Honey from any country is not allowed to import in to Fiji. Can give options to put on hold or either incinerate thus raw honey from any country cannot be consumed during cruising around Fiji water.

Note 1: Country of origin/ manufacturing of the product: defined as the country in which the meat and meat products, dairy and dairy products are sourced and manufactured or processed Country of export is not always the same as country of origin (please note sometimes third country origin animal products are exported by another country, therefore country of origin should not be confused).

Note 2: If BAF cannot identify country of origin of BAF regulated article with available information and the product does not have labels in English language, these products shall be considered as high risk.

All leftover food, offcuts and ingredients must be collected on board the vessel and stored in freezers (hard frozen). These can be offloaded under direct BAF supervision upon prior arrangements with the port of arrival and if approval is granted to do so by BAF.

All animal and plant products must also comply with other border agencies’ requirements for various approvals to be granted as per this arrangement.

 BAF and its representatives shall not be responsible for any liabilities, compensations and delays in these regards.

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Note that, it is a mandatory requirement under Part III Section 13 (2) Quarantine Act Cap 112, that all inbound vessels has to provide wireless message  to the Quarantine Authority not more than 12 and not less than 4 hours before the time on which the vessel is expected to arrive at Port. Filling in of C2C form is okay, but note that the Health Team will still require the documents below:

1. Separate Maritime Declaration stamped and signed by Captain (not the one in the C2C form)
2. Health Arrival Cards to be filled and signed by individuals upon arrival.
3. Last 50 days movements or list of last port of calls.
4. Proof of Vaccination (COVID19 and Quarantinable disease)

Without the above and prior notification of ETA, Health will hold for clearance and granting of free pratique until all documents are in order.

FAILURE TO FOLLOW PROTOCOL

Any person who fails to comply with the mandatory requirements under this Protocol as ordered by the Permanent Secretary for Health and Medical Services commits an offence and is liable on conviction to a
fine not exceeding $10,000 or imprisonment for a term not exceeding 5 years or both under the Public
Health Act 1935.

Effective 5th May 2022

Fully vaccinated visitors to Fiji can enjoy quarantine-free travel with supporting:

1. Yacht arrivals undergo vetting prior to arrival by submitting their documents at least 48 hrs in advance to FRCS,
2. including their vaccination status (applicable for 16 years and over)
3. insurance confirmation including COVID as part of cover.
4. Vessels need to pre-book a test to be conducted on arrival by a nominated service provider since they would have covered their 2 – 3 days at sea prior to arrival and clear via normal clearance procedures thereafter.
5. Should a crew be tested positive, they would be required to quarantine at an approved quarantine facility on Denarau Island (Sofitel or Hilton Resort) or a Government Managed Facility (Tanoa Hotel, Nalagi Hotel or Nasau Apartments) for a minimum of 7 days irrespective of their country of arrival. 

We invite you to stay updated by directly visiting official sites:

Ministry of Commerce, Trade, Tourism and Transport

Tourism Fiji

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Update as at 15th March 2022

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Update as at 26th January 2022

Big thank you to MOH, MCTTT and TF that sees Port Denarau Marina established as a “SAFE TRAVEL AREA(STA)” under the protocols of the CareFiji Commitment Certification.

All elements of entry into Fiji(either by air or sea) remain the same, other than the owner being permitted to remain onboard their vessel from point of arrival rather than having to stay in a CFC hotel accommodation.

Interested parties would have to enlist the services of an agent that will organize an official letter from the marina..

Please refer to any of the three(3) agents in the marina:

1.Seal Superyachts

Chase Smith

(679) 999 6556

[email protected]

2.Yacht Partners

Josephine Morris

(679) 992 7986

[email protected]

3.Yacht Help

David Jameison

(679) 750 5000

[email protected]

Details to forward to agents:

1.Biodata Page of passport

2.Home Address

3.Arrival Date into Fiji

Agents also ensure that the 48hour COVID-19 rapid antigen tests are carried out.

All guests staying within the Denarau STA are reminded to adhere to the conditions of entry into Fiji which include:

*Being fully vaccinated

*Having a negative PCR test prior to boarding

*Have valid travel insurance

*Having pre-booked CFC approved transport from the airport to Denarau

*Ensuring that they are tested at 48 hours as above, and again 72 hours prior to departure with a PCR test.

*Wearing a mask indoors, in public crowded places, and adhering to social distancing.

*Scanning in using the CareFiji app when visiting high risk areas and businesses.

We invite you to stay updated by directly visiting official sites:

Ministry of Health

MCTTT International travel

MCTTT Protocol for the blue lanes initiative

Tourism Fiji CareFiji Commitment

All other enquires can be forwarded to [email protected]

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Update as at 15th November 2021.

Click on the Government Facebook link to access a live map displaying areas deemed vulnerable as a result of low vaccination rates.

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Update:

23rd September 2021 – The COVID-19 Risk Mitigation Taskforce Public Advisory has a few changes specifically listed below: 

• Entry into Fiji after 9th September will only be approved for fully vaccination crew and passengers. A copy of the vaccination cards highlighting both 1st and 2nd vaccinations dose and dates and a completion of 2 weeks wait period for maximum efficacy.
• For those who are already in Fiji, it is encouraged that you get vaccinated as you may be refused service or turned away from some businesses based on this requirement. These requirement may also be put in place by outer islands. A VAX-Check tool will soon be utilized to verify patron/customer details, once consent has been confirmed. If consent is not confirmed, entities are not to provide any services accordingly.
• The requirement for fly-in crew (coming in now) is for them to be vaccinated and clear the usual 14 day quarantine requirement at a designated facility prior to joining the vessel
  • If they come in with the vessel – the usual standard protocols still apply (no changes) with the only difference being they must be vaccinated & proof provided beforehand
• When sending in applications (henceforth) you must also send in details of your vaccinations

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