TAF License Application Checklist

A simple guide for everyone

1. Your Details

• Individuals: Full name, address, phone, email.
• Companies: Business name, registration number, address, contact details, list of directors/shareholders.

2. Identification

• Individuals: Copy of valid ID or passport.
• Companies: List of directors and shareholders (if required).

3. Equipment Info

• Brand, model, and serial numbers.
• Technical documents (manuals, certificates, test reports).
• Battery expiry dates (for safety gear like EPIRB, SART).

4. Supporting Documents (Varies by License)

• Police clearance (for Amateur Radio).
• Approval from other authorities (e.g., CAAF for aircraft).
• Deregistration certificate (if vessel bought overseas).
• Vessel or aircraft registration details.

Maritime Note: Tell TAF immediately if your vessel’s name or owner changes.

5. Frequencies & Inspections

• Frequencies are managed by TAF’s Fee Schedule.
• For renewals: TAF will send an invoice with your current frequencies.
• Want to add/remove radios? Tell TAF before paying.
• After payment, TAF engineers will inspect your equipment.
• Annual inspection schedules will be published so you know when they’re visiting your area.

6. Pay Your Fees

• Fee varies by license type. Examples:
  • Import Permit: FJ$10 + 12.5% VAT per model
  • Aeronautical License: FJ$20 + 12.5% VAT
  • Equipment Type Approval: FJ$100 + 12.5% VAT (local)
    Overseas payments: + $15 bank fee
• Keep your receipt!
• Pay at Post Fiji, TAF office, or online.

7. Sign & Date

• Sign the application form.
• Include your name, position (if applying for a company), and date.

8. Submit Your Application

• Send the completed form with all documents attached.
• You’ll get an official acknowledgement from TAF.

This checklist applies to all TAF licenses: Maritime, Aeronautical, Amateur Radio, Equipment Type Approval, Import Permits, and Telecommunications Licenses.