FCDO advises against all but essential travel to New Caledonia

Given ongoing tensions and the current closure of the international airport, we advise against all but essential travel to New Caledonia.

Following ongoing protests and blockades, a state of emergency is currently in force in New Caledonia.

Further information is detailed in the Safety and security section.

Leaving New Caledonia

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Help abroad in an emergency

There is no British Embassy in New Caledonia and the British Embassy in Paris, France, supports British nationals who need emergency help from the UK government.

If you are in New Caledonia and in need of UK consular assistance, please contact the British Embassy in Paris which operates a 24/7 consular telephone service.

Telephone: +33 (0) 1 44 51 31 00

Before you travel 

No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide and any specific travel advice that applies to you: 

• women travellers 
• disabled travellers 
• LGBT+ travellers 
• solo and independent travel 
• volunteering and adventure travel 

Travel insurance 

If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency. 

About FCDO travel advice 

The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) provides advice about risks of travel to help British nationals make informed decisions. Find out more about FCDO travel advice. 

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