New code for Real Estate Agents

Every licensed real estate agent, branch manager and salesper-son in Fiji will be bound by a new mandatory Code of Conduct from August 1, 2026.

This was announced yesterday as the Real Estate Agents Licensing Board (REALB) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Fiji National University (FNU) at its Nabua Campus.

REALB chairperson and chief executive officer Ilimotama Cawi said the code, which sets out standards of honesty, fiduciary duty and professionalism, would become a mandatory condition of licence for every practitioner in the industry.

“The code sets out, in clear terms, the standards of honesty, fiduciary duty, and professionalism we expect of every agent, branch manager, and salesperson in Fiji,” Mr Cawi said.

He said the MoU signed with FNU would design a professional Real Estate Education Programme and Continuing Professional Development system to help practitioners meet those standards, grounded in Fiji’s iTaukei, freehold and state land tenures.

Minister for Finance, Commerce and Business Development Esrom Immanuel, who was guest of honour, said the partnership showed how Government, regulators and tertiary institutions could work together to lift industry standards.

“Public confidence cannot be achieved through legislation alone. It is built through continuous learning, ethical practice, accountability and a shared commitment to professional excellence,” Mr Immanuel said.

He said every property transaction represented a family, entrepreneur or investor placing confidence in Fiji’s future, making professionalism in the sector critical to the economy.

FNU director for productivity and innovation Bob Kolitagane said the National Training and Productivity Centre would design practical, industry-relevant training programmes for real estate professionals.

Mr Cawi confirmed a full industry briefing on the Code and education programme would follow in the coming months for all licensees.