Moving to Haiti from New Caledonia

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What to Expect

Considering a move from New Caledonia to Haiti? Here's how the two compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

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Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Haiti compared to New Caledonia.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2023

per 100,000 people per year

NC
3.1
HT
40.9

New Caledonia performs better than Haiti across all safety metrics.

What about the environment?

CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

NC
17.1t
HT
0.3t

Haiti performs significantly better than New Caledonia across all environment metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

NC
19.2
HT
0.3
Internet access The World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

NC
82.0%
HT
39.0%

New Caledonia performs better than Haiti across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

NC
11.2%
HT
14.6%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

NC
$35,700
HT
$2,900

New Caledonia performs better than Haiti across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

NC
78.8 yrs
HT
66.0 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

NC
5.0
HT
40.0

New Caledonia performs better than Haiti across all family life metrics.

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between New Caledonia and Haiti. To live, work, or study long-term in Haiti, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Haiti's immigration authority.

Haiti passport

Haiti passport holder visiting New Caledonia

Visa Required
Haiti passport holders need a visa to enter New Caledonia.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Haiti?

Connectivity is usually fine (Haiti: 0.3 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Haiti offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Haiti safe for expats?

New Caledonia performs better than Haiti across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Haiti is 40.9 per 100,000 people, compared to 3.1 in New Caledonia.

What language do they speak in Haiti?

The official languages in Haiti are French and Haitian Creole. In New Caledonia, the official language is French.

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At a Glance

NC HT
Population 297,160 11,334,637
Currency CFP Franc (CFPF) Haitian Gourde (HTG)
Languages French French, Haitian Creole
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +687 +509
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 114