Fiji Aviation Permits
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Civil Aviation Authority
- Name: Civil Aviation Authority of Fiji (CAAF)
- Website: https://www.caaf.org.fj
- Contact: Civil Aviation Authority of Fiji, Private Mail Bag, Nadi Airport, Fiji
Estimated Processing Time
Requirements by Operation Type
Prior permission required. 72-hour lead time for private non-revenue flights. AOC not required for private aircraft.
Prior permission required for all non-scheduled international operations. 14-day lead time for charter operations.
Governed by bilateral air service agreements. U.S.-Fiji Air Transport Agreement signed August 2024.
Overflight Permit
- Required: Yes
- Authority: Civil Aviation Authority of Fiji (CAAF)
- Lead Time: 48 working hours minimum prior to scheduled departure
- Validity: 72 hours from initial requested schedule
- Fees: No CAA processing fees; navigation charges apply based on route flown in Fiji FIR
Fiji FIR covers a large oceanic area in the South Pacific. CAAF working hours 2000Z to 0430Z. Political or security objection screening is part of permit process.
Apply to CAAF Air Transport Department with complete flight details. Required documents include Air Operating Certificate (private aircraft AOC not required), Certificate of Airworthiness, and Insurance Certificate.
Landing Permit
- Required: Yes
- Authority: Civil Aviation Authority of Fiji (CAAF)
- Lead Time: 72 hours for private non-revenue flights; 14 days for charter/non-scheduled commercial operations
- Validity: 72 hours from initial requested schedule
- Fees: Landing and parking charges apply at airport level; no separate CAA processing fees
Be precise with schedule, crew, or passenger changes. Stamped general declaration from last departure point required upon arrival.
Apply to CAAF Department of Civil Aviation for non-scheduled international operations. Submit flight details and aircraft documents. Charter operations require 14-day lead time.
Cabotage
Not permitted for foreign operators
General Remarks
Business aircraft operations to Fiji generally run smoothly with advance preparation. Fiji manages a large oceanic FIR in the South Pacific. Changes to schedules, crew, or passengers must be communicated precisely.