Travel Vaccines and Advice for Haiti

Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for Haiti. The National Travel Health Network and Centre and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Haiti: COVID-19, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, cholera, yellow fever, rabies and tetanus.

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 assurance before travelling to Haiti.

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No visa is required for stay in Haiti for less than 90 days. Passports must have at least 6 months remaining before expiration for entry. Proof of yellow fever vaccination may be required if you are travelling from a region where yellow fever is present.

If you require a visa, contact the British Embassy in Santo Domingo for assistance.

Haiti Entry Requirements
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Sources: Embassy of Haiti and GOV.UK

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.

The government of the UK 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 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.

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 most others when it comes to the seaside.
• Sun Cream and Mosquito Repellent – To help repel mosquitoes.
• Spare Batteries and Travel Chargers – Electricity is not always available in Haiti.

If you are in Haiti and have an emergency (for example, been attacked, arrested or someone has died) contact the nearest consular services. Contact the embassy before arrival if you have additional questions on entry requirements, safety concerns or are in need of assistance.

British Embassy Port-au-Prince
Entre 73 et 75 Delmas
Port-au-Prince
Haiti
Telephone: + 509 2812 9191
Emergency Phone: +1 809 472 7111

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