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Fiji tourism regulatory and tax reforms
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Fiji is undergoing a regulatory and fiscal overhaul of its tourism sector through the Tourism Act 2026 and the introduction of a 5% Tourism Services Tax (TST). Effective 1 September 2026, the TST will apply to hotels, restaurants, and tour operators with an annual turnover exceeding FJ$2 million, with revenue designated to support Fiji Airways. The new legislation replaces the 1973 regulatory framework and aims to unify accommodation providers, guides, and tour operators under a single system featuring new Fiji Tourism Standards and a tiered classification system. Implementation of the TST has met resistance from industry groups. The Travel Agents’ Association of New Zealand (TAANZ) expressed concerns that travelers with existing bookings might face unexpected costs. Following this, the Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association (FHTA) rejected claims that the industry was attempting to sabotage the tax. The FHTA clarified tax, clarifying that its opposition focuses on consumer fairness, specifically regarding travelers fairness for those who booked and paid for trips before the tax was announced. Industry representatives have warned that In a recent development, TAANZ welcomed a decision by the lack of exemptions for existing Fijian Government regarding the tax application. The TST will only apply to new bookings could lead made on or after 1 September 2026, a move intended to cancellations. provide certainty for New Zealand travelers who have already booked and paid for holidays prior to that date.
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- 2026-08-25 23:12 UTC Fiji tourism regulatory and tax reforms
- 2026-08-25 02:35 UTC Fiji tourism regulatory and tax reforms
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