Last update: April 5, 2026
Updated dailyNew Caledonia
7 7.2 out of 10
Safety Score
Generally safe
-0.0 vs 7 days ago
Last updated: April 5, 2026 2% data coverage
New Caledonia has a safety score of 7.2/10 as of April 5, 2026, rated as Low risk. The biggest concern is crime (5.0/10), while the strongest area is conflict (5.1/10). This score is calculated daily from 2+ independent public sources.
New Caledonia has a travel safety score of 7.2/10, ranking 98th out of 248 countries globally. This classifies it as a Low risk destination. The strongest category is Conflict (5.1/10) while the main area of concern is Environment (5.0/10). Data is sourced from 2+ public databases and government advisories, updated daily.
What are the safety risk areas?
Crime 5.0/10
Health 5.0/10
Governance 5.0/10
Environment 5.0/10
Conflict 5.1/10
What do governments say?
Sources (5)
Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Level 2Let op, veiligheidsrisicos
Updated: Mar 19, 2026
Source
How does New Caledonia compare to nearby countries?
| Country | Score | Conflict | Crime | Health | Governance | Environment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| British Indian Ocean Territory | 9.9 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Saint Martin | 9.9 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Pitcairn | 9.9 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Svalbard and Jan Mayen | 9.9 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| New Caledonia | 7.2 | 5.1 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it safe to travel to New Caledonia in 2026?
New Caledonia has a safety score of 7.2/10, classified as Low risk.
This score is updated daily using data from 2+ public sources including government advisories, health data, and conflict indicators.
What is the biggest risk when traveling to New Caledonia?
The area of greatest concern for New Caledonia is crime, with a score of 5.0/10.
Travelers should pay particular attention to this aspect when planning their trip. Check the full pillar breakdown on this page for detailed insights.
Do I need travel insurance for New Caledonia?
Travel insurance is strongly recommended for any international trip, including visits to New Caledonia. A comprehensive policy should cover medical emergencies, trip cancellations, and evacuation.
This is especially important given that health-related risks can change rapidly.
Where does the data come from?
- advisoriesFresh
Travel advisories from 37 governments worldwide including US, UK, Canada, Australia, Germany, Netherlands, Japan, Slovakia, France, New Zealand, Ireland, Finland, Hong Kong, Brazil, Austria, Philippines, Belgium, Denmark, Singapore, Romania, Serbia, Estonia, Croatia, Argentina, Italy, Spain, South Korea, Taiwan, China, India, Switzerland, Sweden, Norway, Poland, Czech Republic, Hungary, and Portugal
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What are the safety risk areas? — Detail
Crime 5.0/10 · Moderate · Coverage: 0%
Health 5.0/10 · Moderate · Coverage: 0%
Governance 5.0/10 · Moderate · Coverage: 0%
Environment 5.0/10 · Moderate · Coverage: 0%
Conflict 5.1/10 · Moderate · Coverage: 12%
| Indicators | Value | Source | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| advisory level us | 3.3/10 | advisories_us | 2026 |
| advisory level uk | 10.0/10 | advisories_uk | 2026 |
| advisory level ca | 6.7/10 | advisories_ca | 2026 |
| advisory level au | 6.7/10 | advisories_au | 2026 |
| advisory level nl | 6.7/10 | advisories_nl | 2026 |