Can Nzers live in Rarotonga?
Visas for Rarotonga New Zealanders can apply for a three month extension and other nationals for a month at a time, but you’ll need to extend your entry permit – at the Department of Immigration in Avarua. In both cases, there is a fee for the privilege.
Can foreigners work in Cook Islands?
Employees (and family member)recruited from overseas are required to apply for a work permit with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration. This involves completing a health clearance check/certification and a police clearance check/certification which must be completed before travelling to the Cook Islands.
Can I work in Rarotonga?
Immigration Requirements Persons wishing to live and work in the Cook Islands require an entry permit with permission to work. To obtain an entry permit with work rights, they must be sponsored by a person or organisation in the Cook Islands agreeing to employ them.
How much money do you need in Rarotonga?
Rarotonga is quite often cheaper than Aitutaki so if you’re on a budget, it’s safe to stay in this island. Depending on your spending habits and lifestyle, a safe manageable pocket money would be $100 – $150 NZ dollars per day. You can of course bring more than this!
Can a New Zealander buy a house in Rarotonga?
YES! If you are a non-Cook Islander, it is possible to buy investment property and seek permission to reside in the Cook Islands, as the below video explains. We are here to help you through all paperwork and walk you through every step of the process!
Can you use NZ Eftpos card in Rarotonga?
No, I’m afraid you can’t use your NZ eftpos card in restaurants etc on Raro. You’re absolutely right not to carry large amounts of cash – I certainly avoid doing so nowadays.
How do I become a citizen of the Cook Islands?
Resided in the Cook Islands for the past 10 years (or, for New Zealand citizens, the past three years); and. Has made a significant and positive contribution to and/or investment in the Cook Islands (particularly in terms of skills, expertise, community work or financial investment).
Does Rarotonga have snakes?
There are no snakes or spiders on the islands In fact, there are only six species of birds that are native to the islands, including the rare Kakerori, which can sometimes be spotted on the south coast of Rarotonga in the forest.
Can you take alcohol to Rarotonga?
Can I bring alcohol and cigarettes into the Cook Islands? Duty-free items allowed include up to: 250 cigarettes OR 250gms of tobacco OR 50 cigars. 2 litres of wine OR spirits OR 4.5 litres of beer.
How far behind NZ is Rarotonga?
Rarotonga is 22 hours behind of Auckland.
Can NZ residents live in Cook Islands?
Cook Islands is located between French Polynesia and American Samoa. It is self-governing in ‘free association’ with New Zealand. That means that while it administers its own affairs, Cook Islanders are New Zealand citizens who are free to live and work here.
How do I become a resident of the Cook Islands?