Do I need a visa to travel from France to New Caledonia?

No, no visa is required to travel from France to New Caledonia.

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Essential New Caledonia information

Capital : Nouméa

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.

Weather in Nouméa

Updated : 2026-04-21 20:30 ⟳

20.4°C

Pluie modérée

Feels like : 20.4°C

Humidity : 83%

Practical travel information

Population : 264,596

Languages :

français
langues kanak

Currency : ₣ (CFP Franc)

Continent : Oceania

Area : 18,575 km²

Coordinates : Lat: -22.27, Lng: 166.46

Government : Sui generis collectivity / State of New Caledonia

National day : September 24 - New Caledonia Day

Essential preparations

Timezone : Pacific/Noumea

Calling code : +687

Internet domain : .nc

Tap water : safe

Driving : Right

Tipping : Not mandatory, service included

Emergency numbers :

Police : 17
Ambulance : 15
Fire brigade : 18

Electricity : 220V / 50Hz / Plugs : Type C, Type I

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