Tokelau visa requirements for Russian citizens
Russian citizens need an entry permit for Tokelau, arranged by a sponsor or tour operator.
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Entry permit needed
Foreign visitors need village approval and a permit before travel.
- Visa
- Entry permit
- Last updated
- 11 November 2026
What to do
Ask a licensed tour operator or your sponsor in Tokelau to arrange the entry permit; you usually cannot apply alone.
Wait for the permit (or its approval number) before you book flights.
Carry a printed copy and follow the route and dates it allows.
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Other routeVisitor entry permitForeign visitors need village approval and a permit before travel.
How to apply
- Email Support Services at ruby.fuimaono@tokelau.org.nz before planning your visit.
- Ask if visitor applications are open.
- Request the current form and list of documents.
- Get village approval through the permit process.
- Get your entry permit before travel.
- Current fees, stay limits and processing times were not confirmed.
- Support Services grants the permit after village approval.
Sources (7)Last updated 11 November 2026
- Government of Tokelau — BDM Certificates, Permit Services
- Government of Tokelau — Tourist Information
- New Zealand Legislation — Tokelau Immigration Regulations 1991, original version; not a verified current consolidation
- Government of Tokelau — General Fono decisions, 6–10 March 2017; immigration amendment excerpts read, complete document retrieval unsuccessful
- New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade — Tokelau and consular services
- UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office — Tokelau entry requirements
- Government of Samoa — Border Services; separate requirements for the journey through Samoa
Coming from Russia
- MoneyNZD $
- Time+10h
- DrivingOn the leftLook right first
- LanguageEnglish
- Emergency(+690) 2116 police(+690) 2112 ambulance
Planning your Tokelau trip
- Marine wildlifeTokelau is home to whales and dolphins.
- Birdlife29 bird species live on the islands.
- Native plants and small wildlifeThe islands support native plants, insects and land crabs.
About Tokelau
Tokelau is a dependent territory of New Zealand made up of three atolls in the South Pacific.
- Capital
- Fakaofo
- Money
- New Zealand dollar ($)
- Languages
- English, Samoan, Tokelauan
- Time zone
- UTC+13:00
- Cars drive on the
- left side
- Calling code
- +690
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Questions
Do russian citizens need a visa for Tokelau?
Russian citizens need an entry permit for Tokelau, arranged by a sponsor or tour operator.
Does a US, UK or Schengen visa help russian citizens enter Tokelau?
We have no record of Tokelau relaxing its rules for russian citizens who hold another country's visa. Check with the embassy before you rely on one.
Do other Europe passports get easier entry to Tokelau?
None of the 3 other Europe passports we compared enter without applying first.
Which countries near Tokelau are easier for russian citizens?
Cook Islands, Niue, Pitcairn Islands, Samoa Tonga, and 3 more let russian citizens in without applying before travel.
What should I carry to Tokelau?
Ask a licensed tour operator or your sponsor in Tokelau to arrange the entry permit; you usually cannot apply alone. Wait for the permit (or its approval number) before you book flights.
What money is used in Tokelau?
New Zealand dollar ($). Carry some cash for arrival, especially if a visa fee is paid at the border.
What language do people speak in Tokelau?
English, Samoan and Tokelauan.
How strong is the Russia passport?
It ranks #42 and reaches 109 destinations without applying ahead.
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