🇨🇰 Cook Islands · Family
Resident Spouse Visa and Permit — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Age range | 18–65 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €237 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 60 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://mfai.gov.ck/visa-and-permit-criteria.
- Typical processing: ~42 days.
Frequently asked
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“Resident Spouse Visa and Permit — page does not state whether it grants or leads to permanent residence; 'permanent resident' appears only as a separate status of a parent/guardian elsewhere.”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-23.