Off-Shore Vehicle Inspection Requirement for Used Vehicles from Japan by the Fiji Government
The Japan Export Vehicle Inspection Centre (JEVIC), on the 15th of June was appointed, by the Fiji Land Transport Authority (LTA), as the official Offshore Vehicle Inspector, tasked with “appraising vehicle conditions and ensuring some set standards in the quality of second-hand vehicles” imported into Fiji from Japan.
The appointment, through competitive international tender, comes following consultations by the relevant authorities and agencies in Fiji. This was in response to complaints and issues raised by stakeholders with regards to the quality of used vehicles brought into the country.
This appointment means that “beginning from 15th August 2016, no used vehicle imported from Japan will be allowed to enter Fiji, unless inspected and certified by JEVIC prior to shipping.
The inspection in Japan will begin from 15th July 2016.
For more information see the JEVIC link – http://jevic.com/services/vehicle-maritime-inspections/roadworthiness-fiji/index.html
Fiji LTA Notice – http://jevic.com/assets/Uploads/Fiji_LTA_Jun2016.pdf