Entry Requirements

The main point of entry to The Cook Islands is Rarotonga International Airport.

This is a fully functional airport, operating since 1974, catering to the increased tourist numbers arriving each year.

Stays of up to 31 days require a valid passport and a return ticket. Adequate financial means of supporting stay, and suitable accommodation. Extensions are granted on a monthly basis - up to five additional months only.

A fee is payable with each application within 14 days prior to the expiration of the permit. Extensions are granted at two levels.
Up to three months NZ$70 (15 years and older),
up to five months NZ$120 (15 years and older).
Children under 15 years of age are exempt from charges but must report to Immigration for official paperwork to be completed.

For further information contact the Department of Immigration, phone 682 29347 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

For those wanting to stay in the Cook Islands longer than 6 months, you must apply for a visa from your home territory, prior to their arrival in the Cook Islands.

Please direct applications to:
Principal Immigration Officer
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration
PO Box 105
Rarotonga Ph: (682) 29347
COOK ISLANDS Fax: (682) 21247