All visitors require a passport to enter
Haiti, onward or return tickets and all documents needed for next destination.
Americans: US citizens do not require a visa for a stay of up to three months.
UK nationals: UK passport holders do not require a visa for a stay of up to three months.
Canadians: Canadians do not require a visa for a stay of up to three months.
Australians: Australians do not require a visa for a stay of up to three months.
South Africans: South Africans do not require a visa for a stay of up to three months.
Irish nationals: Irish nationals
do not require a visa for a stay of up to three months.
New Zealanders: New Zealanders do not require a visa for a stay of up to three months.
Health
Malaria, dengue fever and hepatitis occur in Haiti and travelers are recommended to take the necessary prophylactics. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for those arriving from an infected country in
Africa or the Americas. Medical facilities in
Port-au-Prince are of poor quality, and virtually non-existent elsewhere, so medical insurance with evacuation cover is essential, and it is advisable to bring all required medications from home. Visitors should only drink boiled or bottled water and ice should be avoided. It is recommended to avoid buying food or drink from street vendors.
Safety
Haiti has a bad reputation for the safety and security of visitors, because of a high crime rate and civil unrest, and both the British and US governments advise against all but essential travel to Haiti. This, however, does not apply to the enclosed cruise port of Labadee. Kidnapping, armed robbery, gang violence, pick-pocketing and various other horrors occur regularly in the country, although not usually directed at foreigners. Travelers are advised to hire a reliable guide and/or driver when touring in Haiti, and not to wander the streets in Port-au-Prince, especially at night. The hurricane season in Haiti normally runs from June to November.
