🇨🇨Cocos (Keeling) Islands
Oceania· Updated 06/03/2026
Information
Capital
West Island
Population
593
Currency
Australian Dollar (AUD $)
Languages
English, Malay
Continent
Oceania
Calling code
+61
Timezone
Indian/Cocos
Area
14.15 km²
Government
External territory of Australia
National day
26 January - Australia Day
Internet domain
.cc
About
The Cocos (Keeling) Islands are an Australian coral atoll archipelago in the Indian Ocean, consisting of 27 islands, only two inhabited: West Island and Home Island. The population is around 593, mostly Malay on Home Island and Australians on West Island. It is administered as an external territory of Australia.
Safety
Risk areas
Crime(Low)
- Standard travel precautions
- Monitor personal belongings
Terrorism(Low)
- Negligible risk, follow Australian advisories
Transport
- Use reliable local services
Natural risks(Occasional cyclone risk, subtropical)
- Follow Australian weather alerts
Health(Limited services, evacuation possible to Australia)
- Standard vaccines, repatriation insurance
- Bottled water
Practical tips
- Respect local communities
- Access permissions required
- Protected environment
Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD · as of 11/06/2025
Practical information
Electricity
Emergency numbers
Practical information
Left
unsafe
Not customary
Photos
Point de vue panoramique
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Parc national
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Danilo Arenas
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Visas
Plan your trip
Tours and activities
Book excursions ahead, with free cancellation.
Travel insurance
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
eSIM data
Stay connected on landing, with no roaming charges.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Cocos (Keeling) Islands?▾
It depends on your nationality: some passports enter visa-free, others need an e-visa or a consular visa. Select your nationality in our checker to get the exact rule for your passport, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality→Is it dangerous to travel to Cocos (Keeling) Islands?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "Overall low risk level, isolated and peaceful territory.". See the Safety section on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in Cocos (Keeling) Islands?▾
The official currency is Australian Dollar (AUD $). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of Cocos (Keeling) Islands?▾
The capital of Cocos (Keeling) Islands is West Island. The main spoken languages are: English, Malay.