New Caledonia - Consulate of France in Noumea

You are a New Caledonia citizen or you are from France and are looking for information on the consulate of France in Noumea situated in New Caledonia. A consulate in Noumea could be a small honorary consulate or a bigger consulate general of France. It all depends on the importance of Noumea and New Caledonia in the relationships with the government of France.

The difference between consulates found in Noumea are the level of powers and size of these consulates. Some consulates are the bigger consulate-general and usually can assist in a wide scope of consular matters. Other smaller consulates are often manned by private citizens and are called honorary consulates. These honorary consulates often have limited powers and do not issue visas or passports.

All consulates of France in New Caledonia besides Noumea

Or the embassy of France in New Caledonia

(There is no embassy of France located in New Caledonia)

Consulate Appointment in Noumea

Most consulates in Noumea need visitors to make an appointment for a visit. Call or email the consulate of France in Noumea first for information on opening hours and appointments. Please be aware that most smaller consulates and honorary consulates often do not issue visas or passports or offer any consular assistance at all.

Travel Insurance

When you travel to Noumea do not forget to buy a comprehensive travel insurance. You can get sick, miss your flight, personal belongings can be stolen or you can have an accident and need a doctor or hospital in New Caledonia or France.

Moreover, when you apply for a visa at the consulate in Noumea please note that many embassies and consulates can ask you to show proof of a valid travel insurance with extensive coverage.