Great news as Fiji has officially been removed from the European Union list of non-cooperative jurisdictions for tax purposes (EU Blacklist).
The Fiji Revenue and Customs Service says Fiji was first placed on the EU blacklist in March 2019.
We were required to address issues related to tax transparency, fair taxation, and the implementation of Base Erosion Profit Shifting (BEPS) minimum standards.
FRCS says over the last few years, they have undertaken extensive legislative, policy, and institutional reforms to ensure Fiji is successfully removed from the EU Blacklist.
They say the removal from the EU blacklist restores confidence in Fiji’s tax framework, strengthens Fiji’s international reputation, and demonstrates the country’s commitment to global cooperation and responsible tax governance.
Minister for Finance, Esrom Immanuel says the removal from the EU Blacklist enhances our international relationship, in particular with countries under the EU Forum, as this will restore confidence with foreign investors, trading partners and major development partners.
This will further enhance our free trade with European Union countries under the EU-Pacific Interim Economic Partnership Agreement.
During the submission of the FRCS 2021–2022 Annual Report to the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and Defence in April 2025, the Chief Executive Officer made a commitment that Fiji will secure the removal from the EU blacklist within 12 to 18 months.
This commitment has now been honoured in 10 months.
Chief Executive Officer, Udit Singh says the work undertaken by the FRCS team is commendable as it required extensive technical expertise, consistency, and commitment in achieving this important milestone for Fiji.
