Haiti Visa RequirementsFor Canada passport holders
Canadian passport holders can enter Haiti visa-free for up to 90 days, but the Government of Canada advises against all travel to Haiti due to extreme security risks including gang violence, kidnapping, and civil unrest.
Great news! Canada passport holders can enter Haiti without a visa for tourism or business purposes. You can stay up to 90 days.
No visa is required for Canadian citizens for stays of up to 90 days. However, given the extreme security environment, the Government of Canada strongly advises against all travel to Haiti at this time. If travel is absolutely essential, register with the Registration of Canadians Abroad service, maintain a very low profile, use only vetted private security arrangements, and have a detailed emergency evacuation plan in place. Contact the Canadian Embassy in Port-au-Prince for current conditions before any travel.
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond date of entry
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Current Travel Situation
Canada to Haiti: What You Need to Know
Haiti occupies the western third of the island of Hispaniola in the Caribbean. While no visa is required for Canadians, the Government of Canada maintains a "Do Not Travel" advisory for Haiti due to persistent gang control of large parts of Port-au-Prince and other regions, high kidnapping rates targeting foreigners, and ongoing political instability. Humanitarian workers and essential business travelers are the primary non-Haitian visitors under current conditions. This advisory should be reviewed carefully before considering any travel.
Practical Tips
The Canadian Embassy capacity to provide consular services in Haiti is severely limited due to the security situation. Do not rely on being able to receive full consular assistance if you encounter difficulties. The Haitian gourde (HTG) is the local currency. Gang-controlled roadblocks (called "peages") are common on major roads. Commercial flights to Haiti operate primarily to Toussaint Louverture International Airport in Port-au-Prince; verify airline schedules as they are subject to frequent disruption.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Canadians travel to Haiti?
The Government of Canada advises against all travel to Haiti due to extreme security risks including gang violence, kidnapping, and civil unrest. While no visa is required for Canadians, the security situation makes tourism highly inadvisable at this time.
What is the security situation in Haiti?
Armed gangs control significant portions of Port-au-Prince and key road corridors. Kidnapping for ransom targeting foreigners is common. The Canadian Embassy has very limited capacity to assist Canadians in distress. The situation has been deteriorating since 2021 and remains highly volatile as of 2025.
Are there any areas of Haiti that are safer than others?
No area of Haiti is currently considered consistently safe for tourists. Even the historically more stable Cap-Haitien in the north has experienced gang-related violence. The Government of Canada advises against all travel to the entire country.
What should Canadians who must travel to Haiti do to prepare?
Canadians who must travel for essential purposes should register with the Registration of Canadians Abroad (travel.gc.ca/registration), hire vetted private security, maintain a very low profile, avoid predictable routines, have a detailed emergency and evacuation plan, and ensure comprehensive travel insurance including emergency medical evacuation.