Do they speak English in Noumea?

Relatively little English is spoken in Nouméa and even less is spoken outside the capital and on the Loyalty Islands, where the percentage of the Melanesian population is much higher (the Kanaks constitute 94% of the population in the Loyalty Islands, 74% in the North Province and 27% in the South Province).

Can foreigners buy land in New Caledonia?

New Caledonia’s pro-independence parties want to ban foreigners from buying real estate. A law has been proposed to restrict the sale of existing property to New Caledonian citizens. New Caledonian citizenship would be conferred to indigenous Kanaks and people who had been residents since 1994.

Can EU citizens live in New Caledonia?

French passport holders can live and work in New Caledonia. EU citizens can still travel to New Caledonia without a visa, but cannot work without a valid work permit.

Are New Caledonians French citizens?

New Caledonians are French and European citizens with the right to live anywhere in France. They are entitled to vote in territorial and French national elections. The President of the French Republic is New Caledonia’s Head of State and is represented in New Caledonia by a High Commissioner, currently Patrice Faure.

How safe is Noumea?

Generally speaking, New Caledonia is a very safe tourist destination. However, this doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t take a few precautions. You should avoid driving at night, particularly in the bush (outside the Greater Nouméa area).

What is the best time of year to go to Noumea?

The months of May, June, September, and October offer the best of both worlds in New Caledonia – great weather and less crowds. These months are the ideal time for water sports, sightseeing, and getting good deals of hotels. The best time to visit New Caledonia is May, June, September, and October.

What is the currency of New Caledonia?

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New Caledonia’s currency is the Pacific Franc (international abbreviation: XPF). A fixed exchange rate with the Euro (1€=119.3317 XPF) is guaranteed by the French Government , in a stable area from a monetary point of view.

Can you live on the Isle of Pines?

The Isle of Pines is surrounded by the New Caledonia Barrier Reef. The inhabitants of the island are mainly native Melanesian Kanaks, and the population is 2,000 (estimated 2006) (1989 population 1,465).

Can I retire to New Caledonia?

European citizens can stay in New Caledonia as long as they wish without needing a visa or a permit (this is a French overseas territory).

Is it expensive to live in New Caledonia?

Family of four estimated monthly costs are 4,493$ (474,049F) without rent. A single person estimated monthly costs are 1,256$ (132,467F) without rent. Cost of living in New Caledonia is, on average, 39.68% higher than in United States. Rent in New Caledonia is, on average, 27.50% lower than in United States.