The Fiji Revenue and Customs Service (FRCS) has released Public Notice No. X clarifying that the deregistration of a Tax Identification Number (TIN), business/trading name, or tax type is classified as a tax process. This notice becomes effective on 11 August 2026 and references the Income Tax Act 2008 and the Customs Act 2016 as the governing legislation.
Key Takeaways
- Tax Process Classification: Deregistration is formally treated as a tax process, invoking related tax obligations.
- Scope of Application: Applies to all registered TINs, business names, and tax categories.
- Procedural Obligations: Requires submission of a formal deregistration request, retention of records for at least five years, and completion of final tax assessment.
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