Tax Incentive

A person is allowed a deduction of 200% of the amount of expenses incurred in a tax year on filming equipment imported into Fiji for film making and audio-visual production, provided that the equipment is owned by a business registered in Fiji.

Post-Production Facility Investment Package

  • Aimed at businesses that set up post‑production facilities—including editing suites, cameras, filming gear, and studio equipment.
  • To qualify, a capital investment must exceed FJD 2 million, and the facility must be completed within 24 months of provisional approval.

Incentives Included

  1. Income tax holiday: Full exemption from corporate income tax for 7 consecutive years after qualifying for the package.
  2. Import duty exemptions: Duty-free entry for raw materials, plant, machinery, equipment (including spare parts) necessary to set up the facility.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Registered company in Fiji establishing a post-production facility.
  • Capital investment > FJD 2 million, active from August 1, 2019, or later.
  • Must apply for provisional approval with Film Fiji (CEO), provide project details (cost, layout, financing, etc.), and complete the project in 24 months.

 Application Process

  1. Provisional Approval: Submit a detailed application to the CEO outlining the business, directors, assets, site plan, cost estimate, financing, and income projections.
  2. Completion and Final Approval: After setting up, apply for final approval to confirm the incentives.
  3. Ensure all criteria listed in the Income Tax (Film making & Audio-visual Incentives) Regulations 2016 is completed.