🇳🇨New Caledonia
Oceania
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
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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 areas
Crime(medium)
- Éviter les quartiers isolés la nuit
- Veiller aux biens personnels
Terrorism(low)
- Risque faible, vigilance standard
Transport
- Conduire prudemment, respecter les limitations
Natural risks(Cyclones (novembre-avril), séismes)
- Suivre les alertes météo Météo France
Health(Système de santé correct, hôpitaux à Nouméa)
- Vaccins standards + hépatite A/B, DTP
- Eau en bouteille hors zones urbaines
Practical tips
- Inscription au registre des Français à l'étranger
- Assurance rapatriement
- Suivi des conseils diplomatiques
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safe
Not mandatory, service included
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