New Caledonia — Passport and Visa Information
Passports
| Country | Passport Required | Visa Required | Return Ticket Required |
|---|---|---|---|
| British | Yes | No/1 | Yes |
| Australian | Yes | No/1 | Yes |
| Canadian | Yes | No/2 | Yes |
| USA | Yes | No/2 | Yes |
| Other EU | Yes | No/1/2 | Yes |
Passport valid for at least three months required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.
Visas
Not required by nationals referred to in the chart above for the following durations:
1. nationals of Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Malta, The Netherlands, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden and the UK for stays of up to three months;
2. nationals of Canada, Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Slovak Republic, Slovenia and the USA for stays of up to one month.
Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart are advised to contact the French consulate general for visa requirements (see Important Addresses for France).
Types of Visa and Cost
All visas, regardless of duration of stay and number of entries permitted, cost €35. In most circumstances, no fee applies to students, recipients of government fellowships and citizens of the EU and their family members.
Validity
Short stay (31 to 90 days and double- or multiple-entry): valid for a maximum of six months from date of issue.
Applications to:
French consulate general (for personal visas), or consular section at embassy (for diplomatic or service visas); see Important Addresses for France. All applications must be made in person.
Working Days Required
One day to three weeks, depending on nationality.
Travel Warnings
Most visits to New Caledonia are trouble-free but you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate international terrorist attacks, which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.
Tropical cyclones may occur in New Caledonia between mid December and mid March.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice:
British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Tel: 0845 850 2829.
Website: www.fco.gov.uk
US Department of State
Website: http://travel.state.gov/travel
Health Care
New Caledonia offers a wide range of efficient medical services in both public and private hospitals, and an adequate selection of chemists. Hotels can generally recommend an English-speaking doctor or dentist. Health insurance is advised.
Vaccinations
| Vaccination | Special Precaution |
|---|---|
| Diphtheria | Sometimes |
| Hepatitis A | Yes |
| Malaria | No |
| Rabies | No |
| Tetanus | Yes |
| Typhoid | Sometimes |
| Yellow Fever | No* |
Special Notes
* A yellow vaccination certificate may be required from travelers over one year of age arriving from an infected area.
