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🇳🇨New Caledonia
Oceania· Updated 06/03/2026
Information
Capital
Nouméa
Population
264,596
Currency
CFP Franc (XPF ₣)
Languages
français, langues kanak
Continent
Oceania
Calling code
+687
Timezone
Pacific/Noumea
Area
18,575 km²
Government
Sui generis collectivity / State of New Caledonia
National day
September 24 - New Caledonia Day
Internet domain
.nc
About
New Caledonia is a Pacific archipelago with a special status within the French Republic. It comprises three provinces and enjoys political autonomy stemming from the Noumea Accord and recent 2025 agreements. A project for a State of New Caledonia with Caledonian nationality is underway for constitutional inscription.
Safety
Risk level :Overall security level medium to high following the 2024 disturbances, but stabilizing in 2025-2026 with recent political agreements.
Risk areas
Nouméa and South Province - Urban crime and residual social tensions
Crime(Medium)
- Avoid isolated neighborhoods at night
- Be vigilant about personal belongings
Terrorism(Low)
- Low risk, standard vigilance
Transport
- Drive carefully, respect speed limits
Natural risks(Cyclones (November-April), earthquakes)
- Follow weather alerts from Météo France
Health(Adequate healthcare system, hospitals in Nouméa)
- Standard vaccines + hepatitis A/B, DTP
- Bottled water outside urban areas
Practical tips
- Register with the French expatriate registry
- Repatriation insurance
- Follow diplomatic advice
Cost of living
Accommodation
Studio city center740.96
1-bedroom apartment in city center740.96
1-bedroom apartment in suburb655.64
3-bedroom apartment in city center1,200
3-bedroom apartment in suburb1,000
Food
Inexpensive restaurant meal15
Meal for 2 at mid-range restaurant30
McDonald's menu10
Local beer (0.5L)5
Cappuccino3
Water (1.5L)1.50
Bread (500g)2
Milk (1L)2
Eggs (12)3
Chicken (1kg)10
Apples (1kg)5
Bananas (1kg)2
Transport
Public transport ticket0.57
Monthly transport subscription57.93
Taxi ride (start)1.40
Taxi (1km)2.80
Gasoline (1L)5.77
Leisure
Fitness subscription (monthly)50
Tennis court (1h weekend)20
Cinema10
Theater20
Health
General practitioner consultation50
Dentist consultation100
Antibiotic medications10
Cold medications (6 days)15
Others
High-speed internet (60 Mbps+)54.97 USD/mois
Mobile plan (calls + 10GB)30 USD/mois
Public services for 85m² apartment157.39 USD/mois
Jeans (Levis 501 or similar)50 USD
Nike sports shoes80 USD
International primary school (monthly)500 USD
Practical information
Electricity
Voltage220V
Frequency50Hz
Plug typesType C, Type I
Emergency numbers
Police17
Ambulance15
Fire department18
Practical information
Driving side
Right
Tap water
safe
Tipping
Not mandatory, service included