World Country Guide

1
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from travellers over one year of age arriving from infected areas.

2
Travellers arriving from infected areas do not require cholera vaccination and will not be given chemoprophylaxis. They are required, however, to fill out a form for use by the Health Service.

3
Typhoid is reported. Visitors may wish to ensure up-to-date polio vaccinations have been administered prior to travel.

Food & drink
Mains water is normally chlorinated and generally regarded as safe to drink. Bottled water is available and is advised for the first few weeks of the stay. Milk is pasteurised and dairy products are safe for consumption. Local meat, poultry, seafood, fruit and vegetables are considered safe to eat.

Other risks
Hepatitis A and C occur and hepatitis B is endemic. Dengue fever occurs. Immunisations against diphtheria, tuberculosis and tetanus are sometimes advised.

Health care
New Caledonia offers a wide range of efficient medical services in both public and private hospitals, and an adequate selection of chemists. Hotels can generally recommend an English-speaking doctor or dentist. Health insurance is advised.