Travel advisory · HaitiGovernments advise against all travel to Haiti.Advice depends on your passport. Read your own government's advice before you book.Official advice
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Also named by one government: Artibonite Department (France), Bas-Delmas (Germany), Carrefour (Germany), Carrefour Drouillard (Germany), Champs-de-Mars (Germany), Cité Militaire (Germany), Croix-des-Bouquets (Germany), Delmas 31 (Italy), Fontamara (Germany), Gran Ravine (Italy), Jean-Marie Vincent (Germany), Port-au-Prince road entry and exit (France), Portail Leogane (Italy), Saint Marc–Les Gonaïves road (RN1) (France), Santo (Germany), Ti Bwa (Italy), Torcelle (Germany), Tortue Island (France), Toussant Brave (Germany), Village-de-Dieux (Germany), Wharf Jeremie (Italy), Zone between Croix-des-Bouquets and Étang Saumâtre (incl. Thomazeau, Ganthier) (France)
| Government | Advice | Updated | Read the advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom (FCDO) | FCDO advises against all travel to Haiti | – | Read the advice |
| United States (State Dept) | Level 4: Do Not Travel | Jul 10, 2026 | Read the advice |
| Canada (Global Affairs) | Avoid all travel to Haiti | – | Read the advice |
| Germany (Auswärtiges Amt) | Reisewarnung: vor Reisen nach Haiti wird gewarnt | Oct 13, 2026 | Read the advice |
| New Zealand (SafeTravel) | Do not travel (level 4 of 4) | – | Read the advice |
| France (Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs) | Formellement déconseillé : ensemble du pays | – | Read the advice |
Checked daily from the governments' published advice; last checked Nov 2, 2026. RoamLedger summarises official advice; it is not advice from any government.
Port-au-Prince
Visitors come to Port-au-Prince for Haitian painting, the Iron Market and a capital that climbs from the Gulf of Gonâve into the hills, and current safety conditions shape every plan.
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Port-au-Prince is the capital of Haiti, which shares the island of Hispaniola with the Dominican Republic. The city sits on the Gulf of Gonâve, with hills rising behind it and dense neighborhoods running down toward the water. Travelers come for Haitian painting and sculpture, open-air markets, and older streets of wooden houses trimmed with gingerbread woodwork.
The Iron Market is the best-known market in the city, selling crafts, paintings and spices. The Centre d'Art, founded in 1944, has shown work by Haitian artists. The 2010 earthquake damaged many cultural sites, so confirm what is open before you go. The dry season, roughly December to April, is the usual time to visit. Haitian Creole is the everyday language and French is also official. Security conditions decide whether a trip makes sense, so check your government's current advice first.
Port-au-Prince in five
- Check your government's travel advisoryPort-au-Prince has seen gang violence and kidnappings, and advisories for Haiti change quickly. Read the current one before you book, and confirm that your travel insurance covers Haiti.Travel insurance
- Carry US dollars and gourdesGourdes (HTG) cover most small purchases, while US dollars are accepted for hotels and drivers. ATMs in the capital can be out of cash or refuse foreign cards, so withdraw when you can.Money and costs
- Book your airport pickup before you landToussaint Louverture International Airport is the main airport for the capital. Arrange a pickup through your hotel and agree the fare before you leave the arrivals hall.Getting around
- Set up a local SIM from Digicel or NatcomDigicel and Natcom are Haiti's main mobile networks. Buy a local data plan, since maps and calls to drivers need a signal.Phones and eSIM
- Check visa rules for your passportEntry rules depend on your nationality, not on the trip itself. Confirm with the Haitian embassy or consulate that covers you before you buy flights.Visas and entry
Things to do in Port-au-Prince
See all attractions in Port-au-Prince
Need to know
- Currency
- Gourde (HTG); US dollars widely used
- Entry
- Passport needed; visa rules depend on nationality
- Emergency
- 114 police; check your embassy for ambulance and fire
- Tipping
- Small tips common in hotels and restaurants; check for a service charge
- Time
- UTC-5; Haiti has observed daylight saving in some years, so check the current time
Weather by month
- Best
- Good
- Mixed
- Poor
- JanuaryDry season
- FebruaryDry season
- MarchDry, warm
- AprilDry, warm
- MayRains begin
- JuneHurricane season
- JulyHot, wet
- AugustHurricane peak
- SeptemberHurricane peak
- OctoberStorm season
- NovemberStorm season ends
- DecemberDry season
Right now in Port-au-Prince
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
29
- Feels like
- 30°
- Humidity
- 57%
- Wind
- 7 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 100%
Port-au-Prince
03:38 PM
Monday, November 2
- Today29°21°100%Monday: Thunderstorms. High 29°, Low 21°. Chance of rain 100%.
- Tue29°22°89%Tuesday: Drizzle. High 29°, Low 22°. Chance of rain 89%.
- Wed27°22°93%Wednesday: Thunderstorms. High 27°, Low 22°. Chance of rain 93%.
- Thu26°22°100%Thursday: Thunderstorms. High 26°, Low 22°. Chance of rain 100%.
- Fri26°21°93%Friday: Rain. High 26°, Low 21°. Chance of rain 93%.
- Sat27°20°64%Saturday: Fog. High 27°, Low 20°. Chance of rain 64%.
- Sun27°21°85%Sunday: Drizzle. High 27°, Low 21°. Chance of rain 85%.
Updated 11:52 AM local time · Powered by WeatherAPI.com · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com
Money
Mid-market rate1 USD = 131 HTG
Rates from Nov 2, 2026 · Rates By Exchange Rate API
Day trips by train
- KenscoffA mountain town above the capital, with cooler air and views over the city.
- LéogâneA town west of the capital, near the epicenter of the 2010 earthquake.
- JacmelA south coast town known for its old streets and craft traditions.
Before you go to Port-au-Prince
Rules for Port-au-Prince, checked
- Declare cash above the legal limit on arrival. Check the current amount with Haitian customs before you travel.
- Dial 114 for police. Save your embassy's emergency number in your phone before you go out.
- Ask the fare before boarding a tap-tap, the painted shared minibus, and agree the price before a taxi moves.
Plan around Port-au-Prince
Haiti beyond the capital, with regions and travel basics
Read the guideVisas and entryEntry rules and documents for a trip to Haiti
Read the guideGetting aroundTaxis, tap-taps and car hire in and around the capital
Read the guideMoney and costsGourdes, US dollars and what a day typically costs
Read the guideWhere to stayHotels and guesthouses in and around the capital
Read the guideMusicMusic in Haiti and where to hear it
Read the guidePort-au-Prince FAQ
Is Port-au-Prince safe to visit?
Port-au-Prince has high levels of crime, gang violence and kidnapping, and several governments advise against travel to Haiti. Check your government's current advice before you book, and plan transport and lodging in advance.
Do I need a visa for Haiti?
It depends on your passport. Check with the Haitian embassy or consulate that covers your nationality before you buy flights.
How do you get from the airport to Port-au-Prince?
Arrange a pickup through your hotel before you land, and agree the fare before you leave the arrivals hall. Confirm the driver's name and the car before you get in.
What language is spoken in Port-au-Prince?
Haitian Creole is the everyday language, and French is also an official language. Learning a few Creole greetings helps in shops and with drivers.
When is the best time to visit Port-au-Prince?
December to April is the drier season. Hurricane season runs from June to November, so check forecasts before you book.