Travel advice for Cook Islands.

Here you will find important tips and useful information for Cook Islands.

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Cook Islands
Import local currency unlimited; NZD 10'000.00 or more must be declared
Import foreign currency unlimited; NZD 10'000.00 (equivalent) or more must be declared
Export local currency up to NZD 250.00
Export foreign currency limited to amounts imported

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Practical Information:

Time difference with Switzerland

- 11 h / - 12 h during our summer time

Capital

Avarua

National language

Official language

English

Voltage

240 volt / adapter required

Opening hours

Banks

9.00 - 15.00 h (Mon - Fri)

Stores

8.30 - 16.30 h (Mon - Fri)
9.00 - 12.00 h (Sat)

Travel documents for Swiss citizens

Passport still valid 6 months or more after end of stay, return or onward travel ticket, confirmation of hotel reservation and proof of sufficient funds for stays up to 31 days.

Health situation
  • Do not drink tap water.

  • Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, polio and measles recommended.

Driving
  • Left-hand driving.

  • International driver's license required.

  • Minimum age for car rentals: 21 (varies by rental company).

Country code for calling Switzerland

00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)

Swiss Embassy / Consulate

Wellington, 10 Customhouse Quay, Level 12
Tel.: +64 4 472 15 93

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Important

While every precaution has been taken to verify the information provided, Swiss Bankers Prepaid Services Ltd does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of Country Information. Swiss Bankers therefore shall not be held liable for any damage or loss sustained in connection with any errors or omissions contained therein.

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