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Brazil → New Caledonia: do you need a visa?

SHORT-VISIT ENTRY SUMMARY

Visa-free entry

As a Brazil citizen you can enter New Caledonia without a visa (up to 90 days).

Dataset: February 2026. Confirm current rules with official authorities before traveling. Work, study, and longer stays may require a separate visa.

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    Short-Stay Visa — Tourism (New Caledonia)

    Visa for tourist visits to New Caledonia of up to 90 days.
    Who fits: Foreign nationals subject to visa requirements who wish to visit New Caledonia for tourism, leisure or personal reasons for a stay of up to 90 days.
    Gov fees: Short-stay overseas visa fee set by French consular authorities; varies by nationality and age. Confirm the current amount with the consulate. — Fees are non-refundable if the visa is refused.
    France-Visas online application https://france-visas.gouv.fr/

    Documents

    • Completed and signed visa application form (CERFA for short-stay overseas)
    • Recent passport-size photograph meeting French visa photo standards
    • Passport valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure from New Caledonia, issued within the last 10 years, with 2 blank pages
    • Proof of travel purpose (round-trip ticket reservation, travel itinerary)
    • Proof of accommodation (hotel or cruise reservation, or rental booking)
    • Proof of sufficient funds for the stay (bank statements, internationally accepted bank card, or sponsor letter)
    • Travel medical insurance covering medical expenses and repatriation for the whole stay
    • Proof of socio-professional status (employment certificate, student card or business registration)

    FAQ

    How long can I stay in New Caledonia on this visa?
    The short-stay visa is issued for a maximum stay of 90 days within a 180-day period and bears the 'Nouvelle-Calédonie' territorial validity mention.

    Can I travel to mainland France with this visa?
    No. A visa bearing the 'Nouvelle-Calédonie' mention is valid for New Caledonia only and does not allow entry into mainland France or the Schengen area.

    Do EU citizens need this visa?
    EU citizens may enter and stay without a visa; they present a valid national identity card or passport. Note the Haut-commissariat states that nationals of Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Switzerland, Andorra and the Holy See fall under non-EU rules.

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