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Visa requirements for Haiti

Who can enter Haiti, by nationality. Tourism. Data as of October 19, 2026.

Passport holders from 233 countries can enter Haiti without a visa in advance. All 233 enter visa-free on a valid passport. Everyone else needs a visa, or an e-visa where one is offered, before travelling.

233 visa-free
0 on arrival
0 eTA
0 e-visa
9 visa required

242 nationalities

Visa-free entry

233 nationalities

Visa required in advance

9 nationalities

UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Haiti

Haiti has 1 site on UNESCO's World Heritage List.

National History Park

Source: Wikidata, community-maintained and not the official UNESCO count.

Nearby destinations

Dominican Republic Turks and Caicos Islands Jamaica Puerto Rico Aruba U.S. Virgin Islands

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit Haiti?

It depends on your passport. 233 nationalities can enter Haiti without arranging a visa in advance (visa-free, on arrival, or eTA); everyone else needs a visa or e-visa. Use the tables below to check a specific passport.

What is the best time to visit Haiti?

January, February, May, December, based on Port-au-Prince's climate normals: mild temperatures and below-average rainfall for the year.

What currency is used in Haiti?

Haitian gourde (HTG). 1 USD is approximately 130.87 HTG.

What side of the road does Haiti drive on?

Haiti drives on the right.

How many UNESCO World Heritage Sites does Haiti have?

1: National History Park.

What is the emergency number in Haiti?

114 / 115 / 116 / 122.

What time zone is Haiti in?

Port-au-Prince (UTC-4).

What is the nearest airport to Port-au-Prince?

Toussaint Louverture International Airport (PAP), about 6 km away.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Haiti

Haiti, officially the Republic of Haiti, is a country in the Caribbean on the island of Hispaniola in the Caribbean Sea, east of Cuba and Jamaica and south of The Bahamas. It occupies the western side of the island, which it shares with the Dominican Republic. Haiti is the third largest country in the Caribbean by area, and with an estimated population of 11.4 million, it is the most populous Caribbean country. The capital and largest city is Port-au-Prince.

CapitalPort-au-Prince

RegionCaribbean

Population11.9M

Area27,750 km²

CurrencyHaitian gourde (1 USD ≈ 130.87 HTG)

LanguagesFrench, Haitian Creole

Calling code+509

Drives on theright

TimezonePort-au-Prince (UTC-4)

Nearest airportToussaint Louverture International Airport (PAP), 6 km

Emergency number114 / 115 / 116 / 122

UNESCO sites1

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$2,694 (2025)

Tourist arrivals938K (2019)

Climate in Port-au-Prince

Warmest July, coolest January, driest February, sunniest March. Best time to visit: January, February, May, December.

Monthly climate normals for Port-au-Prince, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	31.3°C	22.3°C	20mm	327h
February	32.1°C	23.1°C	18mm	326h
March	31.7°C	22.1°C	25mm	363h
April	33.3°C	24.2°C	72mm	360h
May	33.6°C	25.2°C	21mm	361h
June	35.2°C	25.8°C	24mm	363h
July	35.5°C	26.1°C	18mm	351h
August	34.8°C	26°C	127mm	349h
September	33.9°C	25.6°C	20mm	320h
October	33.6°C	25.4°C	26mm	327h
November	31°C	23.8°C	37mm	295h
December	31.1°C	22.2°C	22mm	321h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Haiti is a Caribbean country on the western half of the island of Hispaniola. The poorest country in the Western Hemisphere, the country suffers from a myriad of social, economic, and political problems and since the 1950s, it has been in the news for all the wrong reasons. However, for those with patience and an open mind, Haiti reveals a rich culture that is unique among post-colonial nations. This is the only country in the world that was established by a successful slave revolt, the first country in the Americas to abolish slavery, and all of the country's first leaders were former slaves. Haiti has a sizeable diaspora around the world, and many influential figures including W.E.B. Du Bois, Jean Baptiste Point du Sable and former Canadian Governor-General Michaëlle Jean were of Haitian origin.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

National History Park

Upcoming public holidays

November 1, 2026La Toussaint

November 2, 2026Jour des Morts

November 18, 2026Vertières

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