Cook IslandsNorway: Visa-free
Cook Islands
Norway
Do New Zealand passport holders need a visa for Norway?
Visa-free
No. New Zealand passport holders do not need a visa to visit Norway for tourism for stays of up to 3 months within any 180-day period.
No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.
Cook Islands does not issue its own passport; residents travel on a New Zealand passport. See the New Zealand passport.
Source: eur-lex.europa.eu (checked September 3, 2026).
Travelling the other way? Norway passport holders visiting Cook Islands: Visa on arrival.
Norway drives on the right, the opposite side to Cook Islands. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.
Other visa-free destinations for New Zealand passport holders
Frequently asked questions
Do New Zealand passport holders need a visa for Norway?
No. New Zealand passport holders do not need a visa to visit Norway for tourism for stays of up to 3 months within any 180-day period.
How long can New Zealand citizens stay in Norway without a visa?
Up to 3 months within any 180-day period, for tourism, ordinary passport.
What currency is used in Norway?
Norwegian krone (NOK).
What is the emergency number in Norway?
110 / 112 / 113.
Does Norway drive on the same side of the road as Cook Islands?
Norway drives on the right, the opposite side to Cook Islands. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.
What time zone is Norway in?
Oslo (UTC+2).
What is the nearest airport to Oslo?
Oslo-Gardermoen International Airport (OSL), about 37 km away.
How many countries can enter Norway without a visa?
138 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Norway visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.
Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.