Visa Rules - Cocos (Keeling) Islands

Visa Rules

Last updated: 2025-04-23 09:51:44

Tourist Visa

​The Cocos (Keeling) Islands are an Australian external territory. Therefore, the visa requirements for visiting the Cocos (Keeling) Islands are governed by Australian immigration policies.​

To visit the Cocos (Keeling) Islands for tourism, Indian citizens generally require a valid visa. While a visa is required for travel from India, if traveling from the Australian mainland, passports and visas are not needed. However, photographic identification is required for all passengers. 

General Visa Application Documents

While specific requirements can vary, generally, you'll need:​

• Valid Passport: With at least 6 months validity from your intended arrival date.
• Completed Visa Application Form: Available online through the Australian Department of Home Affairs.
• Recent Passport-Sized Photograph: Meeting Australian visa photo specifications.
• Proof of Funds: Demonstrating your ability to support yourself during your stay.
• Return or Onward Travel Ticket: Indicating your departure from the islands.
• Accommodation Details: Proof of where you'll be staying.
• Health Declaration Form: Completed within 72 hours prior to your flight.​

Disclaimers

The above list of documents is the standard requirement for the visa application. The Embassy/Consulate/High Commission/Application Centres reserve the right to request additional documents for verification.

Travelspoc does not guarantee the outcome of any visa application. Decisions on visa applications are at the sole discretion of the respective Embassy/Consulate/High Commission.

Visa Application Centres and Embassy Information

​The official source for visa and travel information regarding the Cocos (Keeling) Islands is the Australian Government's Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts.