Immigration

Immigration in the Cook Islands

Random FAQ

Why am I receiving this error message "DB-SERVER-DB-ERROR"?

If you see the following error message when trying to save or submit an application.

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It means that you have exceeded the required number of characters within a field somewhere in the application.  The common areas where this error could be occurring are "current residential address" and "applicant note".

You will need to edit the contents within the field/s to ensure they don't exceed the maximum character limit.  The character count for the two fields mentioned is less than 200 characters.  Other areas have smaller character limits.

If you are still having issues, please call the office and speak with an immigration officer for further support.

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Immigration is important to the:

• success of the Cook Islands, as immigration supports investment and business development, and appropriate access to skilled and needed workers.
• safety of the Cook Islands, as immigration legislation prevents the travel, entry and stay of persons without continuing rights whose characters are not conducive to the safety of the Cook Islands, or who are not of an acceptable standard of health.
• security of the Cook Islands, by ensuring that there are provisions to remove or deport persons without continuing rights who do not abide by Cook Islands law, or who are considered a threat or risk to security.

The principles for the Cook Islands Immigration Act are:

• balance – between security and economic development
• fairness – burden placed on legitimate travel to be minimised
• security – checks and processes for a high level of security and penalties sufficient to deter violations
• implementation – ensure legislation can be implemented
• technology – allow for maximum use of technology
• clarity and openness – readily understood by both public officials and the Public
• consistency – with relevant international instruments and best practice

The immigration legislation and regulations manage the travel, entry, stay and departure of all persons to support the success, safety and security of the Cook Islands.