Low riskOceania · MelanesiaNew Caledonia Travel Health Guide
Low risk
New Caledonia carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
Overall risk
Low risk
Malaria
None
Best time to visit
Year-round
Recommended vaccines
Routine Vaccines
Stay up-to-date on routine vaccines including chickenpox, DTP, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles
COVID-19
All eligible travelers should be up to date with COVID-19 vaccines
Hepatitis A
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers 1+ years old. Special dosing for infants 6-11 months and high-risk groups.
Hepatitis B
Recommended for all unvaccinated travelers of any age
Measles
All travelers should be fully vaccinated with MMR at least 2 weeks before travel. Early dose for infants 6-11 months.
Typhoid
Recommended for most travelers, especially those staying with friends/relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas
Rabies
Rabid dogs are uncommon. Consider pre-exposure vaccination if high-risk activities or limited access to treatment. Vaccines may only be available in larger medical facilities.
Yellow Fever
Vaccine not recommended for New Caledonia but required if coming from countries with yellow fever risk or transit >12 hours through risk countries
Disease risks
Emergency numbers
Police
17
Medical / Ambulance
15
Fire
18
U.S. Embassy
+33-1-43-12-22-22
New Caledonia travel health FAQ
Do I need vaccines to travel to New Caledonia?▼
For travel to New Caledonia, Routine Vaccines, COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Measles and Typhoid are recommended; Rabies and Yellow Fever may be advised depending on your itinerary. Make sure your routine vaccinations (such as MMR, Tdap, polio and seasonal flu) are up to date, and see a travel-health provider about 4–6 weeks before you leave.
Is there malaria in New Caledonia?▼
No — New Caledonia is not considered a malaria-risk destination, so antimalarial medication is not routinely needed. Basic insect-bite precautions are still sensible.
Is it safe to travel to New Caledonia?▼
From a travel-health standpoint, New Caledonia is currently rated low risk. New Caledonia carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
What are the emergency phone numbers in New Caledonia?▼
Key emergency numbers in New Caledonia are Police 17, Medical / Ambulance 15, Fire 18 and U.S. Embassy +33-1-43-12-22-22. Save them before you travel and confirm the current numbers with your accommodation on arrival.
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Build my Trip KitSources: CDC Travelers' Health · WHO International Travel and Health. Last updated 2026-07-31. Health conditions and entry rules change — verify with the CDC, WHO and your destination’s authorities before travel. This page is informational and not a substitute for advice from a travel-medicine provider.