Dec 10, 2024 · The mission of the United States Embassy is to advance the interests of the United States, and to serve and protect U.S. citizens in Haiti. Travel Advisory: Level 4 - Do Not Travel... Read More

Haiti’s transition to a functional democracy is important to the United States. Strong democratic institutions, including holding regular transparent, free and fair elections, can help guarantee Haiti’s democratic traditions and ensure a voice for the Haitian people in their governance.

Jul 15, 2021 · Since the 2010 earthquake, the United States has made available over $5.1 billion for assistance to Haiti to support life-saving post-disaster relief as well as longer-term recovery, reconstruction, and development programs.

See our Directory of Visa Categories on usvisas.state.gov to determine which visa category might be appropriate for your purpose of travel to the United States. Nonimmigrant Visas. Travel to the United States on a temporary basis, including tourism, temporary employment, study and exchange. Immigrant Visas

The U.S. Embassy to Haiti houses all U.S. government agencies and is currently located in Tabarre, a suburb just outside of Port-au-Prince. Prior to the move in 2008, U.S. government agencies occupied several different facilities, including the old embassy site Boulevard Harry Truman, in downtown Port-au-Prince.

The United States of America has had diplomatic relations with Haiti since 1862, when President Abraham Lincoln commissioned Benjamin F. Whidden was to act as a U.S. diplomatic representative to Haiti and establish an American Legation to the country.

Nov 12, 2024 · You should consider your personal security situation before traveling anywhere in Haiti. Only attempt to depart Haiti or travel within Haiti if you believe it is safe for you to do so. Actions to take: Do not travel to Haiti. If you are in Haiti: Avoid crowds.

Haiti- Level 4: Do Not Travel. Updated to reflect the Ordered Departure of non-emergency U.S. government personnel and eligible family members for Embassy Port-au-Prince. Do not travel to Haiti due to kidnapping, crime, civil unrest, and poor health care infrastructure.

Mar 3, 2024 · Do not travel to Haiti. If you are a U.S. citizen in Haiti, depart Haiti as soon as possible by commercial or other privately available transportation options. If you must travel to Haiti: Avoid crowds. Monitor local media for updates and avoid areas where violence, demonstrations, or disruptions are reported to be happening. Keep a low profile.

Jul 24, 2024 · Today, during her visit to Haiti, U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield announced significant U.S. funding for additional security assets and humanitarian assistance for Haiti, underscoring the United States’ whole-of-government approach outlined in the U.S. Strategy to Prevent Conflict and Promote Stability 10-year ...