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You need the New Zealand Visa (ETA) for Cook Islands if you have a Guernsey passport

New Zealand Visa (ETA)

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Travelling to Cook Islands Visa required

New Zealand Visa (ETA)

Price
$94.29
Processing
from 2 hours
Entries
Multiple entry
Maximum stay
90 days
Enter within
2 years

$72.29 government fee $22.00 our service

What you need for the New Zealand Visa (ETA)

These are the documents this application asks for. You can upload them after checkout — nothing is needed to start.

  • Applicant's Photo

Need the photo? Our free passport photo maker produces one in the official format.

Everything about the New Zealand Visa (ETA) — conditions, what the authorities check and how long it lasts.

Applying for a Cook Islands visa online

How it works

  1. 1

    Answer the questions

    One form, written in plain language. We ask only what Cook Islands actually requires for a Guernsey passport.

  2. 2

    We check and submit

    Your application is reviewed for the mistakes that cause rejections before it goes to the authorities.

  3. 3

    Approval by email

    Approval usually arrives within 2 hours. It comes by email, with everything you need to show on arrival.

Frequently asked questions

Yes. Guernsey citizens need a visa for Cook Islands, and the New Zealand Visa (ETA) can be applied for online.

$94.29. That is $72.29 in government fees and $22.00 for our service.

From 2 hours. Governments do not guarantee processing times, so apply as early as you can.

Up to 90 days per entry.

You must enter Cook Islands within 2 years of approval. That window is separate from how long you may stay.

Multiple entry — you may leave and return while it is valid.

Approval takes from 2 hours, and you then have 2 years to enter Cook Islands. You can apply shortly before you fly — just not so early that the entry window runs out.

Still have a question?

Ask our assistant. It answers in the chat, and we hand it the route you are looking at — Guernsey passport, travelling to Cook Islands — so you do not have to repeat it.

What Cook Islands may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

  • Passport valid 6+ months beyond intended stay
  • Return or onward ticket required for entry
  • Proof of accommodation for entire stay
  • Sufficient funds (NZD $60/day minimum)
  • Completed arrival card provided on flight
  • Travel insurance recommended for all visitors

Entry requirements for Guernsey travellers

These rules apply specifically to Guernsey passport holders entering Cook Islands as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

  • Required

    Mandatory accommodation booking

    Travelers must have proof of accommodation during their stay in Cook Islands.

    Cook Islands Ministry of Health Last checked 2026-08-05
  • Required

    Mandatory Immigration Status form for Cook Islanders or permanent residents

    Cook Islanders or Permanent Residents must provide evidence of their immigration status and complete the online application form to request endorsement. Please check the source for more details and the links provided.

    Cook Islands Ministry of Health Last checked 2026-08-05
  • Not required

    Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Cook Islands

    Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Cook Islands.

    Last checked 2026-08-05
  • Not required

    Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required

    Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Cook Islands.

    Last checked 2026-08-05

A look at Cook Islands

  • Crystal clear turquoise waters of Aitutaki lagoon with white sand beach and palm trees
    Aitutaki Lagoon — Consistently rated among the world's most beautiful lagoons
  • Traditional Cook Islands dancers performing with flower crowns and colorful costumes
    Polynesian culture — Traditional dance and music celebrations are central to island life
  • Pristine white sand beach with overwater bungalows and swaying coconut palms in Rarotonga
    Rarotonga beaches — Turquoise lagoons and coral reefs surround the main island
  • Aerial view of Rarotonga island showing lush green mountains and surrounding coral reef
    Rarotonga — The volcanic heart of the Cook Islands rises dramatically from the Pacific

Ready for Cook Islands?

New Zealand Visa (ETA) — $94.29, approved from 2 hours.

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