South Africa Visa RequirementsFor New Caledonia passport holders
Residents of New Caledonia (including French passport holders) must apply for a South African visa. Apply at the South African High Commission in Canberra. Biometric data collection is required.
New Caledonia passport holders require a visa to enter South Africa.
Apply at the South African High Commission in Canberra. Required documents include a completed form, valid passport, photos, bank statements, accommodation proof, return ticket, and yellow fever certificate if applicable.
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond date of entry
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Current Travel Situation
New Caledonia to South Africa: What You Need to Know
South Africa requires a visa for French nationals. Apply at the South African High Commission in Canberra. Biometric enrollment in person is required. Processing takes 5 to 15 business days.
How to Get There
Route from Noumea to Johannesburg via Sydney or Dubai.
Money & Banking
South Africa uses ZAR. Cards in cities and tourist areas.
Practical Tips
South Africa is spectacular with Kruger National Park safaris, Cape Town's Table Mountain, and the Garden Route. Johannesburg and Cape Town are major international gateways. South Africa is a French-language-accessible destination with French spoken in some communities.