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Visa Rules

Last updated: 2025-04-23 13:05:48

As an Indian citizen planning a visit to the Cook Islands for tourism, you do not need to obtain a visa in advance. Upon arrival, you will be granted a Visitor Entry Permit valid for up to 31 days. 

Entry Requirements 

  • Passport Validity: Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay. ​
  • Onward or Return Ticket: You must have a confirmed onward or return ticket. ​
  • Proof of Accommodation: You need to provide evidence of accommodation bookings for your stay. ​
  • Sufficient Funds: You should have proof of sufficient funds to support yourself during your visit. 

For stays longer than the standard period, a Long-Term Visitor Visa and Permit is available. Applicants must demonstrate sufficient funds, comprehensive health insurance, and meet health and character requirements. The maximum duration varies: up to 12 months for New Zealanders and 8 months for other nationals.

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

New Zealand High Commission (Representing Cook Islands Interests)
Address: Sir Edmund Hillary Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021, India​
Phone: +91 11 4688 3170​
Email:nzhcindia@mfat.net

Mumbai Consulate
Level 2, Maker Maxity, 3rd North Avenue, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East, Mumbai 400051, Maharashtra, India
Phone: +91 22 6131 6666
Email: nzcg.mumbai@nzte.govt.nz​

Chennai Consulate
Maithri, 132 Cathedral Road, Chennai 600086, Tamil Nadu, India
Phone: +91 44 2811 2286
Email: l.ganesh@rane.co.in


The official website for Cook Islands immigration and visa information is:

Cook Islands Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI)

Cook Islands Travel Advisory
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