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Cook IslandsSpain: Visa-free

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Do New Zealand passport holders need a visa for Spain?

Visa-free

No. New Zealand passport holders do not need a visa to visit Spain 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).

    RequirementVisa-free
    Maximum stay3 months within any 180-day period
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelNone, travel on your passport
    Data as of2026-10-19
    Visa-free access to Spain138 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Spain passport holders visiting Cook Islands: Visa on arrival.

Spain 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.

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Frequently asked questions

Do New Zealand passport holders need a visa for Spain?

No. New Zealand passport holders do not need a visa to visit Spain for tourism for stays of up to 3 months within any 180-day period.

How long can New Zealand citizens stay in Spain without a visa?

Up to 3 months within any 180-day period, for tourism, ordinary passport.

What currency is used in Spain?

Euro (EUR).

What is the emergency number in Spain?

061 / 091 / 112.

Does Spain drive on the same side of the road as Cook Islands?

Spain 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 Spain in?

Madrid (UTC+2).

What is the nearest airport to Madrid?

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD), about 14 km away.

How many countries can enter Spain without a visa?

138 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Spain 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.