# Do United States passport holders need a visa for Cocos (Keeling) Islands?

## Answer
United States passport holders need an approved electronic travel authorisation (eTA) before travelling to Cocos (Keeling) Islands, but no embassy visa.

- Requirement: eTA
- Maximum stay: Length of stay varies
- Scope: Tourism, ordinary passport
- Action before travel: Yes, arrange in advance
- Data confidence: unverified

## Context
An electronic travel authorisation must be approved online before departure. No embassy visit.

U.S. Virgin Islands does not issue its own passport; residents travel on a United States passport.
- Visa-free access context: 83 of 243 nationalities tracked

## Sources and freshness
- Canonical URL: https://visafreemap.com/visa/u-s-virgin-islands/cocos-keeling-islands/
- Data as of: 2026-10-19
- Official source: [legislation.gov.au](https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2018L01110/2022-02-20/2022-02-20/text/original/epub/OEBPS/document_1/document_1.html) (checked September 4, 2026)

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.

## Frequently asked questions
### Do United States passport holders need a visa for Cocos (Keeling) Islands?
United States passport holders need an approved electronic travel authorisation (eTA) before travelling to Cocos (Keeling) Islands, but no embassy visa.

### What currency is used in Cocos (Keeling) Islands?
Australian dollar (AUD).

### How many countries can enter Cocos (Keeling) Islands without a visa?
83 of the 243 nationalities this site tracks can enter Cocos (Keeling) Islands visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.


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