Fijians are reminded that a valid Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) is now a mandatory requirement when registering for a Mobile Wallet account.
The FRCS reminds all individuals and businesses of the new requirements relating to Mobile Wallet (e-wallet) accounts, as announced in the 2025–2026 National Budget Promulgation.
In addition to the general TIN requirement, all businesses must maintain a separate e-wallet account exclusively for business transactions.
FRCS emphasises that businesses are urged to ensure that these accounts are correctly registered with a valid TIN and used solely for business purposes.
They add that under the new provisions of the Tax Administration Act, non-compliance may attract a fine not exceeding $25,000 or imprisonment for a term not exceeding 10 years, or both.
The FRCS also urges that non-compliance may lead to a suspension of services from the e-wallet service providers.
The FRCS strongly encourages all individuals and businesses to ensure they have a valid TIN and to update their details with their respective e-wallet service providers well in advance of the deadline to avoid penalties.
The deadline to register and update e-wallet accounts with the TIN is 31st December 2025.
