Do I Need a Visa or Passport for Haiti?
What is the Climate Like in Haiti?
How Safe is Haiti?
Voudo in Haiti
What Should I Take To Haiti?
Canadian Embassy in Haiti
Although damanged by natural disasters, Haiti remains a strong and unique country. Haiti remains a top producer of various produce and plants. It is a common destination for foreign aid workers.
Do I Need Vaccines for Haiti?
Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for Haiti. The PHAC and WHO recommend the following vaccines for Haiti: typhoid, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, cholera, rabies and influenza.
| Vaccine | How Disease Spreads |
|---|---|
| Typhoid | Contaminated Food or Water |
| Hepatitis A | Contaminated Food or Water |
| Hepatitis B | Contaminated Body Fluids (Sex, needles, etc.) |
| Cholera | Contaminated Food or Water |
| Rabies | Infected Animals |
| Influenza | Airborne Droplets |
Zika is a high risk in Haiti. Zika in a pregnant can cause severe birth defects and pregnant women are strongly cautioned against travelling to Haiti. Zika can be passed through mosquitoes and through sexual intercourse.
Medical facilities in Haiti are rare and usually not of the highest quality. You should purchase medical evacuation insurance before travelling to Haiti.
Visit our vaccinations page to learn more. Travel safely with Passport Health and schedule your appointment today by calling or book online now.
Do I Need a Visa or Passport for Haiti?
A visa is not required for business or tourism stays under 90 days. A valid passport is required in order to enter Haiti. A $10 USD entry fee must be paid upon arrival.
| Is A … | A Haiti Entry Requirement? |
|---|---|
| Passport | Yes |
| Passport Validity | At least 6 months |
| Blank Passport Pages | One page per entry stamp |
| Visa | No |
| Vaccinations | Recommended |
Visit the Canadian Travel and Tourism website for more information on entry and exit requirements.
What is the Climate Like in Haiti?
Haiti has a tropical climate where it is hot and humid year-round.
There are dry and rainy seasons. The dry season in Haiti runs from November to January. The wet season runs from February to May. It rains up to 200 cm every year, but it mostly occurs in the southern region.
Temperatures range throughout the year from 16 to 35 degrees.
How Safe is Haiti?
The Canadian Government has issued a travel warning for Haiti. Travellers are cautioned from travelling to Haiti due to health concerns of Zika and cholera. There are limited medical facilities in the country, making travel here dangerous.
Although the potential for terrorist activity is low, the potential for political crime is high.
You should arrange airport and hotel transfers in advance.
Only use cameras with permission.
Voudo in Haiti
Voudo is one of the most widely practiced religions in Haiti. Originally brought to Haiti by slaves from Africa. Many slaves disguised their Voudo practices by giving spirits different Catholic names.
The basic belief of Voudo is that everything is spirit. There are different spirits in the visible and unseen world.
Voudo temples are often unassuming and tucked away. As a traveller you will need a local guide to locate and find a Voudo ceremony. Most places accept tourists, but it’s always good to create a good relationship with the priest first. As a tourist, you may be asked for a cash donation.
What Should I Take To Haiti?
Here are some essential items to consider for your trip to Haiti:
- Loose-Fitting Clothes – Practical clothing to stay cool in Haiti’s heat.
- Close-Toed Shoes – Streets and sewers fill quickly during the rainy season and it’s not safe to walk barefoot in these conditions.
- Swimwear – Haitians are more conservative than Canadians when it comes to the beach.
- Sunscreen and Mosquito Repellent – To help repel mosquitos.
- Spare Batteries and Travel Chargers – Electricity is not always available in Haiti.
Canadian Embassy in Haiti
Canadian consular services can help travellers with many issues they may face including passport services. Once in Haiti, the information for the Canadian Embassy is:
Canadian Embassy in Haiti
Delmas between Delmas 75 and 71
Port-au-Prince, Haiti
Telephone: 011 (509) 2812-9000
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