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Cook IslandsTurks and Caicos Islands: Visa-free

Cook IslandsTurks and Caicos Islands

Do New Zealand passport holders need a visa for Turks and Caicos Islands?

Visa-free

No. New Zealand passport holders do not need a visa to visit Turks and Caicos Islands for tourism.

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: gov.tc (checked September 4, 2026).

    RequirementVisa-free
    Maximum stayLength of stay varies
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelNone, travel on your passport
    Data as of2026-10-19
    Visa-free access to Turks and Caicos Islands121 of 243 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Turks and Caicos Islands passport holders visiting Cook Islands: Visa on arrival.

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Frequently asked questions

Do New Zealand passport holders need a visa for Turks and Caicos Islands?

No. New Zealand passport holders do not need a visa to visit Turks and Caicos Islands for tourism.

What currency is used in Turks and Caicos Islands?

United States dollar (USD).

What is the emergency number in Turks and Caicos Islands?

911.

What time zone is Turks and Caicos Islands in?

Santo Domingo (UTC-4).

What is the nearest airport to Grand Turk?

JAGS McCartney International Airport (GDT), about 2 km away.

How many countries can enter Turks and Caicos Islands without a visa?

121 of the 243 nationalities this site tracks can enter Turks and Caicos Islands 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.