Cook Islands
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Cook Islands visa
- Passport with at least 6 months validity
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of sufficient funds
- Confirmed accommodation details
- Completed arrival card
According to the official Cook Islands government website, the duration of stay on a tourist visa depends on the country you are traveling from. Here is a list of maximum allowable stay periods for each country:
- Australia: 31 days
- New Zealand: 31 days
- United States: 31 days
- Canada: 31 days
- European Union countries: 31 days
- United Kingdom: 31 days
- South Africa: 31 days
- India: 31 days
- China: 15 days
- Philippines: 31 days
- Russia: 31 days
- Thailand: 31 days
- Japan: 31 days
- Korea: 31 days
- Singapore: 31 days
- Malaysia: 31 days
- Indonesia: 31 days
- Other countries: 31 days
- Yes, you need a Work Permit and Visa to work in Cook Islands.
- A completed visa application form
- Passport with at least 6 months validity
- Proof of accommodation in the Cook Islands
- Proof of sufficient funds for the duration of your stay
- Return or onward flight ticket
Yes, you can extend your visa while in Cook Islands.
- Contact the Immigration Office in Avarua
- Submit your passport and application for visa extension
- Provide the necessary supporting documents
- Pay the fee for visa extension
- Wait for the Immigration Office's decision
- You are allowed to visit Cook Islands for tourism purposes.
- You can engage in recreational activities like sightseeing, swimming, hiking, and snorkeling.
- You can stay in hotels, resorts, or other accommodation facilities.
- You can try local cuisines and participate in cultural events.
- You are not allowed to work or engage in any business activities.
- You cannot stay in the country for more than the permitted duration specified by your visa.
- You cannot engage in any illegal activities or behavior that may breach the conditions of your visa.
- You cannot use the tourist visa to study or undertake any educational courses.
- You cannot use the visa as a means to immigrate or seek permanent residency in Cook Islands.
The cost of a Cook Islands visa depends on the type and duration of the visa you require. Here is a list of the different types of Cook Islands visas and their associated costs:
- Tourist visa: 50 Cook Islands dollars
- Business visa: 250 Cook Islands dollars
- Student visa: 200 Cook Islands dollars
- Work visa: 500 Cook Islands dollars
- Residence visa: 1,000 Cook Islands dollars
Children need a visa to enter Cook Islands.
Yes, you can apply for a Cook Islands visa online.