HOW CAN I ACCESS THE INTERNET ON COCOS (K) ISLANDS?

There are a number of ways to get 'connected' when you arrive on Island.
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WIFI VOUCHERS
A WiFi hotspot is located at the Cocos (K) Islands Community Resource Centre (CRC)
(opposite the supermarket).
Vouchers can be purchased from the CRC and used on one device only
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In your settings choose WiFi and connect to CRC WiFi Hotspot. 
You will be redirected to a login page.
Enter your access number on your voucher, accept the terms of service and click login.

4G LTE - MIFI DEVICES
4G LTE WiFi Routers (aka MiFi) are a small network device that provide a WiFi
network for your devices to connect to.
Multiple devices can connect to a MiFi, and you will have access to 4G over the entire Atoll.
Please contact our CRC for charges.
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USING YOUR OWN LAPTOP
Simply drop into the CRC during our opening hours and plug straight in.
Enjoy the air-conditioning and the ample space on our central desk if you need to work!

USING OUR PC'S
Didn't bring your laptop or device?  We have 2 x PC's available for you to check your emails or print your documents.

PRE-BOOKING
At times Virgin Australia arrives outside of our opening hours.
Pre-book your *WiFi Vouchers or MiFi Devices by booking online and
​we will arrange to have them waiting at your accommodation for no extra charge! 
https://cocosislands.snapforms.com.au/form/wifi-booking-form​
https://cocosislands.snapforms.com.au/form/mifi-hire​
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* IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The WiFi provided is ‘as is’ without warranties of any kind, either expressed or implied.
Note that NBN is satellite fed on Cocos, and during heavy cloud periods the internet may drop out.
​The CRC is not responsible for the WiFi you have purchased  and are unable to check your data use or offer refunds. 

WILL MY MOBILE PHONE WORK ON COCOS (K) ISLANDS?

By enabling WiFi calling on your mobile phone, you may be able to make and receive calls. (provided you are connected to WiFi).
Purchase  WiFi vouchers from the Cocos Islands CRC for your communication needs. Please contact us to pre-book these items. 
Handy hint if you experience issues using WiFi calling: Go to your settings, mobile, turn WiFi calling off and then back on again
​(you may need to do this as you reconnect to different hotspots located around the Island)

More information can be found at https://www.telstra.com.au/support/mobiles-devices/telstra-wifi-calling​

If your mobile doesn't work, no problem. Your favorite chat apps will work when connected to WiFi!
Use WhatsApp, Messenger or Skype to make and receive calls.

AM I ABLE TO WITHDRAW CASH ON COCOS (K) ISLANDS?

Absolutely!  In 2011, the Cocos Keeling Islands Community Resource Centre purchased a cash machine to benefit not only our residents but visitors to our Islands.  
​Our cash machine accepts most cards and you are able to access the machine during our opening hours.