Haiti Travel Guide
| Due to the unstable situation and very high level of general risk, traveling to Haiti may be dangerous. Read more |
Did you know?
The surface area of Haiti is 10.7 thous. mi², which puts the country in position number 148 in terms of the area in the world.
How far is it?
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The distance between Port-au-Prince (HT) and Madrid (ES) is 4283 miles
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Cities and Top Tourist Attractions
From historical cities to picturesque landmarks and fascinating places - don't miss out on these attractions when planning a visit to Haiti
| Miles | Port-au-Prince | Cap-Haïtien | Jérémie | Milot | Saint | La Visite National Park | Fort Liberté | Jacmel |
| Port-au-Prince | - | 85 | 120 | 74 | 48 | 14 | 83 | 26 |
| Cap-Haïtien | 85 | - | 147 | 11 | 56 | 99 | 25 | 108 |
| Jérémie | 120 | 147 | - | 140 | 98 | 119 | 164 | 107 |
| Milot | 74 | 11 | 140 | - | 47 | 88 | 25 | 97 |
| Saint | 48 | 56 | 98 | 47 | - | 59 | 68 | 61 |
| La Visite National Park | 14 | 99 | 119 | 88 | 59 | - | 98 | 15 |
| Fort Liberté | 83 | 25 | 164 | 25 | 68 | 98 | - | 109 |
| Jacmel | 26 | 108 | 107 | 97 | 61 | 15 | 109 | - |
Best Ways to Experience Haiti
- Cuisine
- Animals
Practical Information for Travelers
- Currency
- Vaccinations
- Visa
- Electricity
Currency
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Vaccinations
MoreAll travelers
You should be up to date on routine vaccinations while traveling to any destination. Some vaccinations may also be required in Haiti.
Most travelers
Get travel vaccines and medicines because there is a risk of these diseases in the country you are visiting.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A is a digestive disease caused by the hepatitis A virus and is closely related to a lack of good hygiene.It can be asymptomatic, moderate, or very severe.Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Eat and drink safely
Some travelers
Vaccinations and medications that may be recommended under certain conditions, depending on where you will be, the length of your stay and the nature of your stay.
Cholera
Cholera is a disease of the digestive tract caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae.The most common infection occurs through the ingestion, mainly through water contaminated with human faeces, and also through food (mainly fruit, seafood). Less often by contact with the sick person and their environment.Prevention
- Eat and drink safely
- Reduce your exposure to germs
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B is a disease caused by the hepatitis B virus.Infection occurs through contact of injured skin or mucous membranes with virus-infected blood or other secretions (e.g. during sexual contact, through contaminated needles or as a result of medical procedures).Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Avoid sharing body fluids
- Avoid non-sterile medical or cosmetic equipment
Rabies
Rabies is an acute infectious disease caused by neurotrophic viruses from the rhabdovirus family.The infection is most often caused by biting a sick animal or other contact of its saliva with mucous membranes, conjunctiva or damaged skin.Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Keep away from animals
With or without a visa?
Visa requirements for citizens of
- Spain
visiting 
Haiti for tourism
A visa is not required.
- Allowed stay: 90 days
Electricity
110V (60 Hz)
In Haiti the standard voltage is 110V and the frequency is 60 Hz. Type A, B sockets are used.
Click on the socket icon to see more information
Type A
Type BFacts and Figures
Fundamental socio-economic statistical data pertaining to the country
Population | 82 / 231 Ranking | 11 402 528 black 95%, mulatto and white 5% |
Area | 148 / 230 Ranking | 10.7 thous. mi² It is approximately 5% of the territory of Spain. |
Life expectancy | 169 / 196 Ranking | 65.6 Life expectancy expressed in years.men 62.9women 68.3 |
Median age | 41 / 157 Ranking | 24.1 Average age of population expressed in years.men 23.8women 24.3 |
Population growth | 74 / 172 Ranking | 1.22% The difference between live births and deaths. A negative value means natural loss. |
Literacy | 111 / 131 Ranking | 61.7% Ability to read, write and count.men 65.3%women 58.3% |
GDP | 167 / 194 Ranking | 3 094 INT$ GDP per capita is gross domestic product converted to international dollars (Int$) using purchasing power parity rates and divided by total population. |
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