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Haiti visas

Haiti tourist visa

Most visitors can stay without a visa for up to 3 months. Some nationalities need a visa from a Haitian diplomatic mission before travel.

Ways to get a Haiti tourist visa

  1. Visa-free entry

    No visa needed

    Most visitors whose nationality does not require a visa in advance.

    Stay
    Up to 3 months.
    Fee
    USD 10 tourist fee on arrival for all non-Haitian passport holders.
  2. Visa-free entry with a qualifying visa or residence permit

    No visa needed

    Travellers who would otherwise need a Haitian visa and hold a valid visa or residence permit from Canada, the United States or any Schengen Area member country.

    Stay
    Up to 3 months.
    Fee
    USD 10 tourist fee on arrival for all non-Haitian passport holders.
  3. Visa from a Haitian diplomatic mission

    Visa needed

    Citizens covered by either visa-required list who do not qualify for the exemption based on a valid foreign visa or residence permit.

    Fee
    Visa fee not specified. All non-Haitian passport holders also pay a USD 10 tourist fee on arrival.
    1. Apply for a visa at a Haitian diplomatic mission.
    2. Obtain the visa before travelling to Haiti.

Who needs it

The Haitian Embassy in Washington, D.C. lists citizens of Colombia, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Iran, Libya, Panama, Syria, Vietnam and Yemen as needing a visa in advance. The International Air Transport Association lists Colombia, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Kosovo and Panama.

Who doesn't

Most visitors can enter without a visa for up to 3 months. Travellers who would otherwise need a visa can also enter without one for up to 3 months if they hold a valid visa or residence permit from Canada, the United States or any Schengen Area member country.

What to bring

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival.
  • A valid qualifying visa or residence permit if using that visa exemption.

Good to know

  • The two lists of nationalities needing a visa differ.
  • The USD 10 arrival charge is a tourist fee. A separate visa application fee is not specified.

Questions

Do I need a tourist visa for Haiti?

The Haitian Embassy in Washington, D.C. lists citizens of Colombia, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Iran, Libya, Panama, Syria, Vietnam and Yemen as needing a visa in advance. The International Air Transport Association lists Colombia, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Kosovo and Panama. Most visitors can enter without a visa for up to 3 months. Travellers who would otherwise need a visa can also enter without one for up to 3 months if they hold a valid visa or residence permit from Canada, the United States or any Schengen Area member country.

What are the ways to get a tourist visa for Haiti?

There are 3 options: Visa-free entry (no visa at all); Visa-free entry with a qualifying visa or residence permit (no visa at all); Visa from a Haitian diplomatic mission (a visa from an embassy).

Who can go to Haiti without a tourist visa?

Most visitors whose nationality does not require a visa in advance. Travellers who would otherwise need a Haitian visa and hold a valid visa or residence permit from Canada, the United States or any Schengen Area member country.

How long can I stay on a Haiti tourist visa?

Up to 3 months without a visa.

How much does a Haiti tourist visa cost?

USD 10 tourist fee on arrival for all non-Haitian passport holders.

What documents do I need for a Haiti tourist visa?

Passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival.; A valid qualifying visa or residence permit if using that visa exemption..

Does my passport change whether I need a tourist visa for Haiti?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Haiti visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a tourist visa for Haiti be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Haiti tourist visa rules?

On Haiti's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my tourist visa once I am in Haiti?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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