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Find answers about visas, permits, residence, sponsorship and visiting the Cook Islands.

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Visiting the Cook Islands

Visa and permit guidance
How long must my passport be valid before departing to the Cook Islands

All passports must be valid for 6 months beyond your departure date from the Cook Islands

Am I able to travel to the Cook Islands if I have a criminal conviction

You will need to provide the following information to the Cook Islands Immigration for review.

  • Colour copy of the passport biodata
  • Travel itinerary or tentative travel dates
  • Confirmation of accommodation
  • List of travel companions
  • Purpose of travel
  • Criminal conviction report issued within the most recent 6 months

To apply for an exemption click here: Exemptions for Travel and Entry.

If upon review the conviction history is outside the criteria, Immigration may allow you to travel to the Cook Islands and declare convictions upon arrival.

Important to note that Immigration Cook Islands will review cases with external agencies and failure to declare could impact travel in the future.

For more information, please contact exemptions@mfai.gov.ck 

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