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Pathways to Cook Islands Residency and Citizenship

Cook Islands

Covered routes include the International Worker and Resident Investor categories. Both need the relevant local approvals; the category name Resident Investor does not establish permanent residence. Confirm the current rules instead of relying on temporary concessions marked as ended in January 2025.

See the regional guide and investment and citizenship comparison for the covered options and their limits.

Ways to qualify

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Career & business

For people with a job offer, in-demand skills, or a business to build. Most of these routes lead to settlement, and in time to citizenship.

Cook Islands Worker Permit The Cook Islands International Worker category covers an eligible job offered by a registered local employer. residency

Investment & premium residence

For people who can qualify through an investment, real estate, business funds, or a premium residence fee rather than a job or family tie.

Cook Islands Investor Permit An approved foreign business investment can support a Cook Islands Resident Investor Visa and Permit. residency