Travel Health
Vaccinations New Caledonia (Frans overzees gebied)
For New Caledonia (Frans overzees gebied), LCR recommends DTP, Yellow fever, Hepatitis A, Mosquitoes, among others.
General advice
DTP
DTP vaccination is recommended for all travelers. Get the vaccination against DTP before you go to this country.
Yellow fever
There is no risk of yellow fever in this country. However, if you come from a country where there is a risk of yellow fever, the vaccination is compulsory . Even if you had a layover for more than 12 hours in a country where yellow fever occurs. The vaccination must be given at least ten days prior to arrival. Ask an expert (doctor/nurse) at a travel vaccination centre if you need a vaccination.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A vaccination is recommended for all travelers. Get the vaccination before you go to this country.
Mosquitoes
There are illnesses in this country that you can get from mosquitoes, for example zika virus, chikungunya and dengue (break-bone fever). Protect yourself well against mosquito bites during the day (between sunrise and sunset). See also the leaflet ' Muggenwering op reis ' (available in Dutch).
Depends on your trip
Typhoid
Will you be staying in this country for more than 3 months? Then get vaccinated against typhoid fever. Vaccination against typhoid fever is sometimes also recommended if you are staying in this country for more than two weeks. This depends on the circumstances and your medical situation. Get advice from an expert (doctor/nurse) at a travel vaccination centre.
Dengue
You may get dengue (break-bone fever) in this country. Vaccination is recommended for some people before they go to this country. Get advice from an expert (doctor/nurse) at a travel vaccination centre.
Hepatitis B
Some people need to get a vaccination against hepatitis B before they go to this country. Get advice from an expert (doctor/nurse) at a travel vaccination centre.
Source: National Coordination Centre for Travellers' Health (LCR). Last updated June 18, 2026 · Open the LCR page
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Frequently asked questions
- Which vaccinations are required for New Caledonia (Frans overzees gebied)?
- LCR does not list a vaccination that is required for entry to New Caledonia (Frans overzees gebied). Recommended vaccines include DTP, Yellow fever, Hepatitis A, Mosquitoes.
- Which vaccinations are recommended for New Caledonia (Frans overzees gebied)?
- According to LCR, travel to New Caledonia (Frans overzees gebied) typically includes: DTP, Yellow fever, Hepatitis A, Mosquitoes. Whether you need them depends on your health, trip length and activities.
- When should I get travel vaccinations?
- Book a travel clinic appointment 4 to 6 weeks before departure. Some vaccines need more than one dose.
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