Fiji Co-Extensive Family Permit
At a glance
The spouse or dependent unmarried child of a principal Fiji permit holder may apply for a co-extensive residence permit tied to that person's status.
- Type
- Dependent residence permit
- Good fit for
- Spouses and dependent unmarried children under 18 of Fiji permit holders
- Main requirement
- Qualifying relationship and a valid principal permit
- Duration
- Linked to the principal permit
- Application needed?
- Yes
- Main limit
- It is not an independent permanent residence status
Summary
Fiji's Co-Extensive Residence Permit allows certain dependents to reside with a principal family member who holds a Fiji permit. It is a derivative family permit, not an independent immigration route.
Eligibility
For a new application, Fiji Immigration identifies the spouse and dependent unmarried child under 18 as eligible family members. The file must show the principal applicant's permit, the family relationship, support and funds, and the current medical, police, travel, identity, and application records.
What This Route Allows
The approved dependent can enter and reside with the principal permit holder for the authorized period and subject to the permit's conditions.
What This Route Is Not
It is not permanent residence and does not continue independently if the principal status ends. It should not be confused with the separate exemption categories for a spouse or child of a Fiji citizen.
Next Steps
- Confirm the principal family member's exact Fiji permit and validity.
- Confirm that the applicant is a spouse or dependent unmarried child within the age rule.
- Gather relationship, support, permit, medical, police, and travel records.
- Check how the requested dependent-permit period aligns with the principal permit.