A passport valid for length of stay, proof of onward passage, adequate financial means to support the stay and proof of confirmed accommodation are required on entry into the
Cook Islands.
Americans: US nationals must have a passport valid for the period of intended stay. If the visit is solely for tourist purposes, a visa is not required for a stay of maximum 31 days. If the visit is for business purposes, a visa is required. This can be issued on arrival for a stay of up to 21 days.
UK nationals: UK nationals must have a passport valid for the period of intended
stay. If the visit is solely for tourist purposes, a visa is not required for a stay of maximum 31 days. If the visit is for business purposes a visa is required. This can be issued on arrival for a stay of up to 21 days.
Canadians: Canadian nationals must have a passport valid for the period of intended stay. If the visit is solely for tourist purposes, a visa is not required for a stay of maximum 31 days. If the visit is for business purposes a visa is required. This can be issued on arrival for a stay of up to 21 days.
Australians: Australian nationals must have a passport valid for the period of intended stay. If the visit is solely for tourist purposes, a visa is not required for a stay of maximum 31 days. If the visit is for business purposes a visa is required. This can be issued on arrival for a stay of up to 21 days.
South Africans: South African nationals must have a passport valid for the period of intended stay. If the visit is solely for tourist purposes, a visa is not required for a stay of maximum 31 days. If the visit is for business purposes a visa is required. This can be issued on arrival for a stay of up to 21 days.
Irish nationals: Irish nationals must have a passport valid for the period of intended stay. If the visit is solely for tourist purposes, a visa is not required for a stay of maximum 31 days. If the visit is for business purposes a visa is required. This can be issued on arrival for a stay of up to 21 days.
New Zealanders: New Zealand nationals must have a passport valid for the intended period of stay. If arriving for tourist purposes, a visa is not required for a maximum stay of 31 days. If the nature of the visit is for business, a visa is required. This can be obtained on arrival for a maximum stay of 21 days.
Health
There is little risk of disease on the Cook Islands, but visitors should take precautions against insect bites and sunburn. Outbreaks of dengue fever can occur, therefore a good arsenal of mosquito repellent and protective clothing is advised. Locals consider the tap water safe, but boiled or bottled water is advised for visitors, particularly to the rural areas. A range of medical and dental services are available on Rarotonga, including a hospital and various pharmacies, but medical facilities in the Cook Islands in general are limited and a comprehensive medical insurance is advised to include air evacuation for emergencies.
Safety
Visits to the Cook Islands are usually trouble-free. There is relatively little crime, but it is advisable to protect your valuables.
