A clear path to your application
The right application channel depends on your destination and where you legally live.
Prepare your application
Apply through a Haitian mission at least one month before departure and provide the requested tourist documents.
Submit through the official channel
Use Haiti tourist visa. Check the current instructions and total government charges before paying.
Review the decision before departure
Check the passport details, dates and entry conditions on the permission you receive.
What to prepare for your trip
Check each item as you prepare it. Labels show which documents are required, conditional, or recommended.
Your circumstances may require additional documents. Ticks track preparation, not eligibility or admission.
Details that can change your plans
Check the tourist levy before arrival
The current French government guidance says non-resident visitors pay a tourist levy of USD 10, CAD 10 or EUR 10 on arrival. It is separate from any prior visa fee; confirm your exemption and payment arrangements.
Official guidancePractical tips for Haiti
Small preparation steps to keep your travel information within reach.
Keep the departure card you receive
Foreign visitors are given a “Départ/Sòti” card on arrival. Keep the original safely with your passport because officials may require it when you leave.
Add your purpose letter and employment evidence
The mission asks for a letter explaining the reason and length of the visit and a letter from the current employer. Ask your mission for the fee and local payment method; published consular tariffs differ.
Haiti at a glance
- Capital
- Port-au-Prince
- Currency
- HTG
- Calling code
- +509
Questions for this route
Do travelers with an ordinary passport from Panama need a visa for Haiti?
For tourism in Haiti, travelers using an ordinary passport from Panama should obtain a visa before travel. Apply through a Haitian mission at least one month before departure and provide the requested tourist documents.
What if I’m going to work, study or stay longer?
This guide is for a short tourist visit on an ordinary passport. It does not establish eligibility for employment, study or residence. Use the destination’s official guidance for your actual purpose.
Does my country of residence change the answer?
Passport nationality and legal residence are different. This page starts with your passport. Residence can change where you apply and which application channel is available; an existing visa or residence permit may also create an exception. Check the official eligibility guidance for your circumstances.
Official websites
Use these government websites to confirm requirements and complete any application.
About this guide
This guide covers short tourist visits on an ordinary passport. Your nationality, residence, travel document and purpose can affect the entry conditions. Check the linked official guidance before travel; the border authority decides admission and your permitted stay.
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