New Caledonian visa for South African citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for South African passport holders visiting New Caledonia for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For South African citizens to enter New Caledonia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | New Caledonia e-visa for South African citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | New Caledonia visa on arrival for South African citizens | Not Available | |
New Caledonia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding South African passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in New Caledonia.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from New Caledonia.
If you are looking for New Caledonia visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from South Africa, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of New Caledonia nearest your place of residence.
- Copenhagen: The Embassy of in Copenhagen, ~ 9639.95 kilometers (5989.99 mi) away from Pretoria, South Africa. (Working hours: Close now).
New Caledonia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest New Caledonia diplomatic mission offices to South Africa for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from South Africa traveling to New Caledonia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (South Africa) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 863 | N/A |
| 2009 | 822 | -4.75% |
| 2010 | 822 | 0.00% |
| 2011 | 930 | 13.14% |
| 2012 | 930 | 0.00% |
| 2013 | 896 | -3.66% |
| 2014 | 888 | -0.89% |
| 2015 | 946 | 6.53% |
| 2016 | 963 | 1.80% |
| 2017 | 1,004 | 4.26% |
| 2018 | 996 | -0.80% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
New Caledonia & South Africa comparison
New Caledonia's area is approximately 18,280 km2 (7,057 sq mi), while the area of South Africa is approximately 1,213,090 km2 (468,376 sq mi). This means South Africa is 66.36 times bigger than New Caledonia.
As of October 2025, New Caledonia's population is ~299344 people - 62,805,102 fewer people than the population of South Africa.
We have highlighted New Caledonia & South Africa’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| New Caledonia | South Africa | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 299,344 | 63,104,446 | 62.8 million fewer people live in New Caledonia than South Africa |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 1 | 124 | New Caledonia has 123 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with South Africa. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 10 | 67 | New Caledonia passport holders visit 57 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 11 | 197 | New Caledonian hosts 186 fewer foreign missions than South Africa. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from South Africa travel to New Caledonia in one year?
The number of visitors from South Africa visiting New Caledonia in 2018 was approximately 996.
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