🇨🇨Cocos (Keeling) Islands Visa 2026: Entry Requirements
Oceania· Updated 10/10/2026
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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.
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Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
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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
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Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD on West Island · estimated in October 2026
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Practical information
Electricity
Emergency numbers
Practical information
Left
unsafe
Not customary
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Photos
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Plan your trip
Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
Book excursions ahead, with free cancellation on most activities.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
eSIM data (Saily)
Stay connected on landing, with no roaming charges. Requires an eSIM-compatible phone.
Accommodation (Hotels.com)
Hotels and other stays, with a free-cancellation filter.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Cocos (Keeling) Islands?▾
The entry regime for Cocos (Keeling) Islands is not yet documented nationality by nationality on IziVisas. Check with a consular post before booking.
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 tab 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.
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