Oceania
Can you drink tap water in New Caledonia?
YesYes, drinkable
Can you drink the tap water in New Caledonia?
Tap water is safe to drink. Safe in Nouméa and main towns. In tribal areas and on small islands, ask locally or drink bottled water.
Key facts
- Safely managed drinking water: 97% of people (2024, WHO/UNICEF JMP).
Tap water by place in New Caledonia
| Place | Verdict | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Noumea | Yes, drinkable | Tap water in Nouméa is safe to drink. Ask locally on the islands and in tribal areas. |
Tap water by place
Sources
- World Bank: safely managed drinking water
- US State Department travel advisory
- Smartraveller: New Caledonia
- UK FCDO travel advice: New Caledonia
- Helia (OPT-NC) tourist offers
- France-Visas
- World Bank open data
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