November 10, 2021 Location:  Haiti Events:  The Department of State urges U.S. citizens to make plans to depart Haiti now via commercial means. U.S. citizens should carefully consider the risks of traveling to or remaining in Haiti in light of the current security situation and infrastructure challenges.  Widespread fuel shortages may limit essential services in an emergency, …

Location:  Haiti Events:  The U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince has rescheduled all visa appointments through Friday, November 12, 2021.  However, the embassy remains open for services for U.S. citizens in Haiti.  Please avoid all unnecessary travel and remain vigilant, as the security situation continues to be highly unpredictable. As a reminder, Haiti has a Level 4 “DO …

Location:  Worldwide Events:  On October 25, President Biden announced the United States will adopt a global air travel policy.  This policy prioritizes public health, protecting U.S. citizens and residents as well as those who come to visit us.  Effective November 8 all non-citizen, nonimmigrant (not a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or traveling to the …

Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (November 1, 2021) Location:  Port-au-Prince Events:  The U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince has received information that some Haitian gangs may demonstrate throughout Port-au-Prince on Tuesday, November 2, using similar tactics as those used by the violent group Phantom 509.  These tactics consist of deploying riders on motorcycles to move rapidly around Port-au-Prince attacking Government of Haiti …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (October 25, 2021) Location:  Haiti Events:  The U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince has rescheduled all routine appointments through Friday, October 29, 2021.  The embassy remains open for emergency services for U.S. Citizens in Haiti.  Please avoid all unnecessary travel as the security situation continues to be highly unpredictable. As a reminder, Haiti …

Location: Haiti Event: Several workers unions are calling for the launch of an operation “fèmen peyi” (“closed country”) on Monday, October 25, 2021.  Please avoid all unnecessary travel and remain vigilant as the security situation continues to be highly unpredictable. Additionally, the U.S. Embassy reminds U.S. citizens that kidnapping is widespread and victims regularly include U.S. …

Location:  Port-au-Prince, Haiti Events:  The association of drivers of petroleum products (ACPPH) has called for a strike on Thursday, October 21, 2021.  There are continued reports of insecurity in and around gas stations due to a lack of fuel.  Please avoid unnecessary travel and remain vigilant as civil actions such as this, while largely peaceful, can …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (October 17, 2021) Location:  Haiti Events:  There are reports of a general transportation strike planned for Monday, October 18, 2021.  Additionally, there are some groups calling for demonstrations on Monday as well.  Please avoid unnecessary travel and remain vigilant as civil actions such as these, while largely peaceful, can be …

Location:  Delmas 95, Petion-Ville Events:  There are reports of demonstrators on Delmas 95 heading toward Petion-Ville.  Please avoid unnecessary travel in the aforementioned areas and remain vigilant as large gatherings of this sort, while largely peaceful, can be unpredictable. Actions to take: Avoid demonstration and crowds; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks – if you …

Location: Delmas 95 and 105 Events: Please avoid the area around Delmas 95 and 105 this weekend due to the potential for violence related to the recent arrest of a gang member. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If …

Location:  Haiti Events:  Several transport and textile unions have called for a national strike on Monday, October 4, 2021.  Please avoid unnecessary travel and remain vigilant as civil actions of this sort, while largely peaceful, can become unpredictable. Actions to take: Avoid demonstration and crowds; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks – if you …

Location:  Port-au-Prince Metropolitan Area Events: There is a planned demonstration outside the U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince on Sunday, September 26th starting at 10:00 am. The proposed demonstration is expected to start at the Place Constitution (Champs de Mers) and continue through Lalue, Ave Martin Luther King, Viaduct (Carrefour airport), Delmas main road, Delmas 33, Gerald Bataille, Carrefour Fleuriot, and conclude …

Location:  Port au Prince, Haiti Events: The U.S. Embassy in Port au Prince will be closed on Monday, September 20, 2021 for the observance of Dessalines’ Day, a Haitian national holiday.  We will reopen on Tuesday, September 21, 2021. Assistance: U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti Tabarre 41, Route de Tabarre Emergencies: +509-2229-8000 Non-emergency inquiries:  acspap@state.gov Website:  https://ht.usembassy.gov/ Contact …

Location:  Port-au-Prince Metropolitan Area, West Department Events:  Since September 2, the U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince has observed increased violent gang and kidnapping activity throughout the Port-au-Prince metropolitan area.  Affected areas include but are not limited to: the vicinity of Carrefour Drouillard, Airport Road, Lower Delmas, Santo, Torcelle, downtown/Champs-de-Mars, as well as greater Croix-des-Bouquets, La Saline, Cite …

Location:  Port-au-Prince Events:  Civil society groups organized a demonstration for Wednesday, September 8 to begin at 10:00 am at Carrefour Aeroport, and proceed along the following route: Nazon, Avenue Martin Luther King, Bois-Verna, and Avenue Charles Sumner (in front of the Ministry of Justice), ending at Place Constitution in Champs-de-Mars.  Please avoid unnecessary travel in …

Location:  Port-au-Prince, Haiti Events:  The American Citizens Services Unit of the U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince will be closed for routine services on Friday, September 10, 2021. American Citizens Services will reopen with full services on Monday, September 13, 2021. Assistance: U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti Tabarre 41, Route de Tabarre Emergencies: +509-2229-8000 Non-emergency inquiries:  acspap@state.gov Website:  https://ht.usembassy.gov/ Contact the …

Location:  Haiti Events:  Level 4 CDC Travel Health Notice and Level 4 Do Not Travel advisory for Haiti Alert: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) increased its health advisory for Haiti from a level 3 to a LEVEL 4 DO NOT TRAVEL on August 23, 2021, indicating a very high level of COVID-19 in the country.  While the risk …

Location:  Haiti   Event:  The  National Hurricane Center  (NHC) and  Haiti-Meteo  Tropical Storm Watch for Tropical Depression Grace remains in effect for the entire coast of Haiti.  Tropical storm conditions are possible in Haiti within the next 24 hours.  ​Maximum sustained winds are near 35 mph with higher gusts.  Little change in wind strength is forecast during the next day.  Tropical Depression Grace is …

Location:  Haiti Event:  The  National Hurricane Center  (NHC) and  Haiti-Meteo  have issued a Tropical Storm Watch for Tropical Storm Grace for the entire coast of Haiti.  Tropical storm conditions are possible in Haiti within the next 48 hours.  ​Maximum sustained winds are near 40 mph and some strengthening is expected before Tropical Storm Grace reaches Hispaniola.  Weakening wind is forecast as Tropical Storm Grace crosses Hispaniola Monday and Monday …

Location:  Haiti  Event:  At 8:29 am EST a 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck southern Haiti, approximately 75 miles west of the capital Port au Prince.  The epicenter was 7.5 miles northeast of Saint-Louis du Sud in the south and there are reports of damage to buildings and injuries in the southern towns of Jeremie and Les Cayes.  A 5.2 magnitude …

Location:  Haiti  Event:  The National Hurricane Center (NHC)and Haiti-Meteo advise that tropical storm conditions are expected to begin in portions of the Dominican Republic this morning.  Tropical storm conditions are possible in northern Haiti and the southeastern Bahamas by late today.  There is a risk of wind and rainfall impacts in portions of Hispaniola, the Bahamas, and Cuba during …

Location:  Haiti.  Event:  The  National Hurricane Center  (NHC)and  Haiti-Meteo  advise that a weather system moving across the northeastern Caribbean Sea is expected to develop into a tropical storm.  Tropical storm conditions are expected in portions of the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico beginning this afternoon, and in the Dominican Republic by Wednesday.  Tropical storm conditions are possible in northern Haiti and …

Location:  Haiti.  Event:  The National Hurricane Center (NHC)and Haiti-Meteo advise that a weather system moving across the northeastern Caribbean Sea is expected to develop into a tropical storm.  Tropical storm conditions are expected in portions of the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico beginning this afternoon, and in the Dominican Republic by Wednesday.  Tropical storm conditions are possible in …

Location:  Boulevard 15 Octobre near Belmart Events:  Due to reports of rock throwing and tire burning on Blvd 15 Octobre near Belmart, the U.S. Embassy is restricting non official travel of its staff until further notice.  Please avoid unnecessary travel to this area at this time. Actions to take: Avoid demonstrations and crowds. Do not …

Location:  Gros-Morne / Port-de-Paix, Haiti Events:  In the past two weeks there have been several armed kidnappings, including of  American Citizens along the road between Gros Morne and Port-de-Paix (Also known as National Route 5).  Please avoid unnecessary travel along this route at this time. Actions to Take: Avoid demonstrations and crowds. Do not attempt to …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (July 27, 2021) Location:  Port-au-Prince, Haiti Events:  There is a planned demonstration and march through multiple areas of Port-au-Prince tomorrow, July 28, 2021.  Demonstrators are expected to assemble at 10:00 a.m. at the Place de la Constitution in downtown Port-au-Prince.  From there, the anticipated route will run through Lalue to Avenue …

Location: Port-au-Prince, Haiti Event: The Government of Haiti has declared Thursday, July 22 and Friday, July 23 national holidays in honor of President Moise who will be interred Friday, July 23. Accordingly, the U.S. Embassy in Port au Prince, Haiti will be closed for all services on those days. Assistance: U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti Tabarre 41, …

Location:  Throughout Haiti Event:  The Embassy of the United States in Haiti reminds U.S. citizens of the Level Four Travel Advisory for Haiti (“do not travel”).  Given the reopening of airports to commercial flights, we strongly encourage those U.S. citizens who are in country to avail themselves of the opportunity to depart Haiti, especially if …

Location:  Throughout Haiti Event:  The Embassy of the United States in Haiti reminds U.S. citizens of the Level Four Travel Advisory for Haiti (“do not travel”).  Given the reopening of airports to commercial flights, we strongly encourage those U.S. citizens who are in country to avail themselves of the opportunity to depart Haiti, especially if they …

Location:  Throughout Haiti Event:  The airports are now open for commercial flights beginning today, July 9, 2021.  Please contact the airlines directly for information on specific flights.  As per our earlier message to U.S. citizens, the Consular Section will continue to monitor the situation to ensure the safety of U.S. citizens in Haiti and will …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (July 8, 2021) Location:  Throughout Haiti Event:  The Embassy will be closed for consular services tomorrow, July 9th, 2021.  As per our earlier message to U.S. citizens, the Consular Section will continue to monitor the situation to ensure the safety of U.S. citizens in Haiti and will inform you as …

Location:  Throughout Haiti Event:  The Embassy will be closed tomorrow, July 8th, 2021.  As per our earlier message to U.S. citizens, the Consular Section will continue to monitor the situation to ensure the safety of U.S. citizens in Haiti and will inform you as appropriate. Actions to Take: Avoid demonstrations and crowds. Do not attempt to …

Location:  Throughout Haiti Event:  The U.S. Embassy is closely monitoring the situation in Haiti and will update U.S. citizens with relevant information as appropriate.  The U.S. Embassy will remain closed today for all services.  Please avoid unnecessary travel at this time and continue to check the U.S. Embassy website for updates.  Check directly with your airline …

Location:  Port-au-Prince, Haiti   Events:  Due to an ongoing security situation, the US Embassy is restricting its direct-hire US citizen staff to the Embassy compounds in Tabarre until further notice.  The Embassy will be closed today, including for consular services.  Please avoid unnecessary travel in this area at this time.   Actions to take:   ·        Avoid the area;   …

Location:  Haiti.  Event:  The  National Hurricane Center  (NHC) and  Haiti-Meteo  advise that Hurricane Elsa is moving toward the southern coast of Haiti. Hurricane conditions are expected in Haiti later today. Maximum sustained winds are near 75 mph with higher gusts. Rainfall of 4 to 8 inches is expected across southern portions of Hispaniola with isolated maximum amounts of 15 inches expected …

Location:  Port-au-Prince, Haiti Events:  Due to an ongoing security situation on Rue Fleuriot in Tabarre, the US Embassy is restricting non official travel of its direct-hire US citizen staff to the Embassy compound until further notice.  Please avoid unnecessary travel in this area at this time. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of …

Location:  Haiti.  Event:  The  National Hurricane Center  (NHC) and  Haiti-Meteo  advise that Tropical Storm Elsa has been upgraded to a hurricane.  A Tropical Strom Warning is in effect for the entire coast of Haiti and a Hurricane Watch is in effect for the southern portion of Haiti from Port au Prince to the southern border with the Dominican Republic.  Surface observations …

Location:  Port-au-Prince, Haiti Events:  Due to ongoing demonstrations and reports of accompanying violence occurring throughout Port-au-Prince, the US Embassy is restricting non official travel of its direct-hire US citizen staff to Tabarre until further notice.  Please avoid unnecessary travel at this time. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; …

Location:  Haiti.  Event:  The  National Hurricane Center  (NHC) and  Haiti-Meteo  advise that Tropical Storm Elsa is headed towards the Eastern Caribbean.  Winds are currently 40 mph and may strengthen as the storm proceeds.  Tropical storm conditions are expected beginning early Friday in portions of the Windward and southern Leeward Islands. There is a risk of wind and rainfall impacts in portions …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (June 30, 2021) Location: Port-au-Prince, Haiti Events: There is an ongoing demonstration with reports of burning barricades and rock throwing near Delmas 32, Delmas 33, and Christ Roi.  The US Embassy is restricting non official travel of its direct-hire US citizen staff from traveling in this area.  Please avoid unnecessary …

Location:  Port-au-Prince, Haiti Events:  In observance of the Juneteenth federal holiday in the United States,  the U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince will be closed on June 18, 2021. With this closing, all scheduled American Citizen Services appointments have been cancelled and will be rescheduled as soon as possible. Applicants with appointments on June 18, 2021 will be …

Location:  Port-au-Prince Events:  Due to a recent dramatic increase in violence, kidnapping, and gang activity in the neighborhoods of Laboule 12, Martissant, Cite Soleil, Fontamara, Bas-Delmas, Toussaint Brave, and Bel Air, the U.S. Embassy will continue to restrict non-official travel of its direct-hire U.S. citizen staff from these areas.  Direct-hire U.S. citizen staff have been …

Location: Port-au-Prince Events: There have been reports of recent kidnappings, ongoing gang activity, and continued police operations in the Laboule 12 neighborhood (located between Petionville and Kenscoff).  The US Embassy is restricting non official travel of its direct-hire US citizen staff from traveling to this area today, 28 May through Monday, 31 May.  Actions to take: …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (May 17, 2021) Location:  Port-au-Prince Events:  There are media reports circulating that groups are calling for protests on Tuesday, May 18th, against the constitutional referendum and kidnapping.  Others may be taking to the streets to celebrate Haitian Flag Day.  Areas that may be affected include, but are not limited …

Location:  Port-au-Prince Events:  There are media reports circulating that some opposition groups have issued a call to protest in front of the U.S. Embassy on May 12 beginning at 9:00 am.  Please remain vigilant as gatherings of this type are unpredictable. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do …

Location: Port-au-Prince Events:  Political opposition groups intend to demonstrate throughout Port-au-Prince on May 1, 2021.  Additionally, one opposition group has announced seven days of protests from May 1 to May 7 throughout Port-au-Prince.  Please remain vigilant as large gatherings of this sort, while largely peaceful, can become unpredictable. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any …

Location: Port-au-Prince Events: There is an ongoing security situation in Petionville, in the vicinity of St. Peter’s church and Giant supermarket in Port-au-Prince.  Please avoid unnecessary travel in this area at this time.  The US Embassy is restricting non official travel of its staff from travel in this area. Actions to take: Avoid the area; …

(April 12, 2021) Location:  Port-au-Prince Events:  There are ongoing student demonstrations near Petionville/Bourdon (Rue Panamericaine), Delmas (Delmas 60), Carrefour Gerald Bataille and Champs de Mars. Please remain vigilant as large gatherings of this sort, while largely peaceful, can become unpredictable. Please avoid unnecessary travel in this area at this time. Actions to take: Avoid the …

Location:  Port-au-Prince, Haiti Events:  Protests are ongoing throughout the Port au Prince region, including but not limited to, Downtown – Champs de Mars, Carrefour Aeroport, and Petionville – Rue Lambert. Please remain vigilant as large gatherings of this sort, while largely peaceful, can become unpredictable. Please avoid unnecessary travel in this area at this time. …

Location:  Port-au-Prince, Haiti Events:  Political opposition groups intend to demonstrate throughout Downtown/Champs de Mars, Carrefour Aeroport, Nazon, Lalue, Bourdon, Juvenat, Delmas and Petionville areas from March 28-30, 2021. Please remain vigilant as large gatherings of this sort, while largely peaceful, can become unpredictable. Please avoid unnnecessary travel in this area at this time. Actions to take: …

(March 22, 2021) Location:  Port-au-Prince Events:  The criminal organization known as Fantom 509 is currently active in the Delmas and Petionville areas of Port-au-Prince. This group is known for its violent actions and its ability to relocate quickly, we encourage you to limit non-essential travel in these areas.  The U.S. Embassy will restrict non-official travel of …

(March 19, 2021) Location:  Port-au-Prince Events:  The security situation in Haiti remains unpredictable.  We anticipate that roadblocks and barricades will be erected in key areas such as intersections throughout Port-Au-Prince today, March 19.  Please avoid unnecessary travel at this time. The U.S. Embassy will restrict non-official travel of its direct-hire U.S. citizen staff to the immediate …

(March 17, 2021) Location:  Port-Au-Prince Events: There are reports of planned protests and roadblocks throughout Port au Prince today, March 17.  Many roadblocks have already been established, and the U.S. Embassy has restricted non-official travel of its direct-hire U.S. citizen staff to the immediate Embassy neighborhood.  Please avoid unnecessary travel in this area at this time. …

Location:  Port-Au-Prince Events:  The group known as Fantom 509 is active throughout Port-au-Prince today, Monday March 15. This group is known for its violent actions. Presently they have been spotted in Delmas, Petionville, Juvenat, and Canape Vert, but have demonstrated the ability to change locations rapidly. The U.S. Embassy will restrict non-official travel of its direct-hire …

March 7, 2021 Location: Port-au-Prince, Haiti Events:  Certain groups intend to demonstrate throughout, but not only, Lalue, Nazon, Bourdon, Petionville, Juvenat, Delmas.  Please remain vigilant as large gatherings of this sort, while largely peaceful, can become unpredictable.  Please avoid unnecessary travel in these areas at this time. Actions to take:  Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations …

Location: Port-au-Prince, Haiti Events:  There are reports of planned demonstrations on Sunday, February 28 throughout Port au Prince, scheduled to begin at 11:00AM.  The U.S. Embassy will restrict non-official travel of its direct-hire U.S. citizen staff to the immediate Embassy neighborhood after 10:00AM and urges U.S. citizens to exercise caution while traveling in Port au Prince. …

As part of our continued efforts to keep U.S. Citizens in Haiti informed, the Consular Section in Port Au Prince is pleased to provide its February 2021 Newsletter, available at:  https://tinyurl.com/USCitNewsletterFeb21 . Of particular note is the upcoming virtual meeting for Citizen Liaison Volunteers (CLVs) to be held Thursday, March 4 at 10am EST. This month’s newsletter also …

Location: Port au Prince, Haiti Events:  There are planned protests in Port au Prince today, Sunday, February 14.  Areas affected may include but are not limited to, Bois Verna/Rue Capois, Bourdon/Petionville Rue Panamericaine, Juvenat/BINUH offices, Delmas/Delmas 60, Carrefour Aeroport and Canape Vert.  Protests, even ones with peaceful intentions, are highly unpredictable.  Please exercise caution if you are …

Location: Port-au-Prince, Haiti Events: This year, the annual Carnival celebration begins on Sunday, February 14 and concludes on Wednesday, February 17.  During Carnival, it is customary for crowds of varying size and accompanying Ra-Ra bands to hold spontaneous celebrations throughout the country.  Ra-Ra bands will be out in the streets with increased frequency in the days …

Location: Port-au-Prince, Haiti Events: The political opposition group “Pitit Dessalinnes” intends to demonstrate on February 5th, 2021 beginning in Champ de Mars and ending in front of the U.S. Embassy.  Additionally, opposition leaders have called for a nationwide protest on February 7th, 2021.  The US Embassy will restrict non official travel of its direct-hire US Citizens staff …

Location: Port-au-Prince Events:  The Government of Haiti has announced that beginning on February 9, 2021, it will require negative COVID tests from all passengers prior to boarding flights into Haiti.  These tests must have been taken no more than 72 hours prior to boarding and may be Antigen or PCR type. Instead of a negative test, …

(January 31, 2021) Location:  Port-au-Prince Events:  Political opposition groups intend to demonstrate throughout Place Boyer in Petionville, and march to Place Dessalines in Champs de Mars starting at around 2pm, 31 January, 2021.  Please remain vigilant as large gatherings of this sort, while largely peaceful, can become unpredictable.  The U.S. Embassy will restrict non-official travel of …

Location:  Haiti Events:  Effective today, January 26 2021, all airline passengers to the United States ages two years and older must provide a negative COVID-19 viral test taken within three calendar days of travel.  This requirement includes U.S. citizens.  Please consult your airline for any additional requirements they may have for boarding. International travelers (including U.S. …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (January 19, 2021) Location:  Throughout Port-au-Prince Events:  Political opposition groups intend to demonstrate throughout Port-au-Prince on Wednesday, January 20. The U.S. Embassy is a possible demonstration site. Please remain vigilant as large gatherings of this sort, while largely peaceful, can become unpredictable. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and …

Location: Port-au-Prince Events: Protest activity is ongoing in multiple areas of Port au Prince, including but not limited to Lalue, Nazon, Petionville, and the Champ de Mars.  Please avoid unnecessary travel in those areas at this time. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings; Do not attempt to drive through …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (December 9, 2020) Location:  Port-au-Prince Events: Reports of burning tires and roadblocks being erected on Ave. Toussaint Louverture near Carrefour Fleurio, between “CK Hardware” and the “Centre Commercial Moderne de Tabarre.” Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks, and …

Upcoming Run-Off Election in Georgia The senatorial run-off for Georgia’s two senate seats will take place January 5, 2021. Please see state-specific timelines below. GEORGIA Georgia’s senatorial run-off is January 5, 2021. Voters will decide on both Senate seats. The process of voting from abroad in the Georgia senatorial run-offs for Georgia voters is similar …

Location:  Port-au-Prince Event:  As a result of a dramatic increase in kidnapping for ransom cases in Port-au-Prince (14 reported kidnappings in the last 7 days, to include U.S. citizens, U.S. legal permanent residents, and Haitian citizens), the U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince has limited non-official travel of its direct-hire U.S. citizen staff to the immediate Embassy neighborhood …

Location:  Petionville Events:  Information received regarding an ongoing security situation with gunfire in Petionville, near the Giant supermarket and the Conseil Electoral Provisoire. Please exercise caution if you are traveling, and remain attentive for any further alerts. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to …

Locations:  Port-au-Prince:  Tabarre 48, Ave John Brown, Ave Charles Sumner, Christ Roi, Bois Verna and Champ de Mars Events:  Reports of ongoing violent protests. Please exercise caution when traveling. Locations are not limited to those specified above. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to …

Location:  Port-au-Prince Events:  Reports of planned protests in front of the Embassy on Wednesday, November 18th, 2020. Please exercise caution when traveling in that area and around the city.  The U.S. Embassy will be closed in observance of the local holiday, but emergency services available via the duty officer. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings …

Location:  Carrefour Aeroport Events:  Reports of protests moving towards Delmas. The anticipated route is Delmas 60–John Brown–MLK–Champ de Mars. Please exercise caution when traveling around the city. Actions to take: ·        Avoid the area; ·        Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; ·        Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and ·        If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and …

Location:  Around Port-au-Prince Events:  Reports of gun-shots and deliberately-set fires on Delmas 30. Please remain vigilant as there is the potential for violence to spread into other areas. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn …

Location: Rue Oswald, along Rue Magloire Ambroise, to the Faculté Sciences Humaines Events: Received reports of a protest moving from Rue Oswald Durand, along Rue Magloire, to the Faculté Sciences Humaines. Please avoid the area. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; …

Location: Rue Oswald, along Rue Magloire Ambroise, to the Faculté Sciences Humaines Events: Received reports of a protest moving from Rue Oswald Durand, along Rue Magloire, to the Faculté Sciences Humaines. Please avoid the area. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; …

Location: Port-au-Prince – Ministry of Justice on Ave Charles Sumner Events: Reports of a protest at the Ministry of Justice on Ave Charles Sumner. Reportedly, protesters are burning tires and throwing rocks. Police are on the scene. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to …

Location:  Port-au-Prince Events:  Reports that opposition groups will demonstrate throughout Port-au-Prince this Sunday, September 20, from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Travel for U.S. Embassy personnel is restricted to the Tabarre area only beginning at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday morning. The demonstration is expected to begin at the Champs de Mars Place Dessalines, and travel …

Location:  Petionville Events:  There is an ongoing religious service at Place St. Pierre in Petionville.  As gatherings of this type can be unpredictable, the U.S. Embassy has restricted all travel in or through Petionville for U.S. Embassy personnel and recommends U.S. citizens similarly restrict their travel for the duration of the event. Actions to take: …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (September 16, 2020) Location:  Delmas and Petionville Events:  Reports of multiple protests and sporadic gunfire in Delmas 75 and Delmas 40-48. Reports indicate that the groups may attempt to march through Petionville. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt …

Location:  Port-au-Prince, Nazon at MLK Blvd and Christ-Roi Events:  Reports of shots fired and cars burned in Nazon at the intersection of Martin Luther King Boulevard and Christ-Roi.  Please avoid the area. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you …

Location: In the vicinity of Auto Plaza on Airport Road in the Simon Pele area. Events: Reports of ongoing demonstrations. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to a safe area. …

Location:  Throughout the Port au Prince region, including but not limited to Petionville, Peggyville, Pelerin/Kenscoff, Bourdon, Lalue, Delmas, Croix des Missions and Airport Road. Events:  Widespread protests are anticipated.  Demonstrations by several of the groups intending to participate in today’s activities have turned violent in the past.All personal travel for U.S. Embassy personnel is restricted to the embassy …

Location:   In the area of Tete de L’eau in Petion-Ville, south of the St. Pierre church. Events:   Reports of burning barricades reported. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to a safe …

(August 23, 2020) Location:  Haiti Event:  Due to heavy rains, significant flooding and dangerous road conditions, Embassy employee travel is restricted to Tabarre until further notice.  Heavy rain and flooding is reported across Port-au-Prince and other cities in Haiti. Tropical Storm Laura is producing significant rainfall and wind that may result in life-threatening flooding, flash flooding, mudslides, and storm …

(August 22, 2020) Location:  Haiti Event:  The National Hurricane Weather Center has issued a Tropical Storm Warning for the northern coast of Haiti from Le Mole St. Nicholas to the border with the Dominican Republic, and the northern and southern coasts of the Dominican Republic.  Tropical Storm Laura is projected to pass over or near Hispaniola beginning Saturday, August 22 …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (August 14, 2020) Location:  Rue Flerio near DCPJ (Direction Centrale de la Police Judiciaire) Events:  Road blocks and police activity Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around …

Location: Bois Patate in the Canape-Vert area Events: Burning tires and protest activity Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to a safe area. Assistance: U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti Tabarre 41, …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (August 13, 2020) Location:  Delmas 18 Events:  Roadblocks and police activity. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to a safe area. Assistance: U.S. Embassy …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (August 12, 2020) Location:  Between Carrefour Rita and Carrefour Fleuriot, Clercine, Port-au-Prince Events:  Reports of shooting. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to a safe …

Location: Ministry of Education in Nazon Events: There are reports of protest activity, burning tires, and the deployment of tear gas near the Ministry of Education in Nazon. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, …

(August 1, 2020) Location:  Carrefour Fleuriot and Carrefour Marassa Events:  Reports of roadblocks between Carrefour Fleuriot and Carrefour Marassa. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to a safe area. Assistance: …

Location: Boulevard 15 October Events: Reports of burning tires and stone throwing on Boulevard 15 October near Carrefour and Clernine closeby routes to Stop-N-Shop. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get …

Location: Petionville Events: There has been a shooting in the Petionville/Bourdon area. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to a safe area. Assistance: U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti Tabarre 41, Route de …

Location: Haiti Event: The National Hurricane Weather Center has issued a Tropical Storm Warning for the northern coast of Haiti and the northern, eastern and southeastern coasts of the Dominican Republic, and a Tropical Storm Watch for the southern and southwestern coasts of the Dominican Republic. Tropical Storm Isaias, also known as Tropical Cyclone Nine,  is …

Location: Carrefour Airport overpass and Boulevard 15 October Events: Reports of a group of protesters en route to the U.S. Embassy. The group is currently at the Carrefour Airport overpass. There is also major traffic congestion on Boulevard 15 October near the Office Assurance Véhicules Contre-Tiers intersection. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations …

Location: Tabarre/Port-au-Prince Events:  Reports of shooting in area of Tabarre 15. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to a safe area. Assistance: U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti Tabarre 41, Route de Tabarre …

Location: Gerald Bataille (West Department) Events: Reports of burning tires and rock throwing in the area of Gerald Bataille (West Department). Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to a safe …

Location:  Tabarre and Carrefour Fleuriot area. Events: Reports of armed gunmen shooting indiscriminately in Tabarre and Carrefour Fleuriot area. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to a safe area. Assistance: …

Location:  Fleuriot and Clercine Events:  Reports of a large volume of gunfire in Fleuriot and Clercine. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to a safe area. Assistance: U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, …

(July 11, 2020) Location:  Boulevard 15 October Events: Reports of a roadblock on Boulevard 15 October in the area of ED-1. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to a safe …

Location:  Boulevard 15 Octobre / Carrefour Fleuriot Events:  Reports of burning tires and possible gunfire at Carrefour Fleuriot. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to a safe area. Assistance: U.S. …

(July 7, 2020) Location:  Port-au-Prince Events: Security situation in the areas of Lalue and Avenue Christophe. Shootings and burning tires at Bicentenaire. Security situation at Simon Pelé area near Behrmann Motors. Security situation at Lafito on National Road #01 . Shootings at Bel-Air area. Shootings and Barricades from Delmas 2 to Delmas 16. Roadblock at …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (July 5, 2020) Location:  Petionville and Downtown Port au Prince Events:  There is a call for a peaceful march by a civil society group on Monday, July 6, 2020. Beginning at approximately 10:00 a..m., participants are expected to gather at the Ministry of Education and march along Nazon and …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (July 4, 2020) Location:  Blvd. 15 Octobre near HNP Academy Events:  Approxinately 20 individuals are throwing rocks at passing vehicles on Blvd. 15 Octobre near the HNP Academy. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; …

Location:  Juvenat on Canape-Vert Road Events:  Reports of an ongoing demonstration and roadblock at Juvenat on Canape-Vert Road. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to a safe area. Assistance: U.S. …

Location: Avenue Charles Sumner Events: Reports of an ongoing violent demonstration near the Ministry of Justice on Avenue Charles Sumner. Reports of tear gas being deployed by Haitian National Police. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter …

Location: Juvenat and Canape-Vert Events: Reports of an ongoing security situation in the Juvenat and Canape-Vert areas. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to a safe area. Assistance: U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, …

Location:  Haiti Events:  The Government of Haiti has officially announced that the airports in Port-au-Prince and Cap Haitien will reopen to scheduled commercial passenger flights as of June 30, 2020. JetBlue and Spirit plan to open regular service from Port au Prince on July 1, and American Airlines on July 7. Plans for service from Cap Haitien have not yet been announced. U.S. citizens wishing to depart …

Location: Haiti Events: The U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince continues to work diligently to assist U.S. citizens in Haiti who wish to return to the United States during this time.  The Government of Haiti has approved the following upcoming ferry flights in June and July:   DATE AIRLINE DESTINATION(S) June 25 JetBlue (2) Fort Lauderdale, New York June 26 …

Location:  Haiti Events: JetBlue Airways has been authorized to operate flights from Port-au-Prince to Fort Lauderdale, Florida and Port-au-Prince to New York City (JFK) on Friday, June 26. Complete information on schedules, pricing and how to book are available at  https://www.jetblue.com . U.S. citizens should work directly with the relevant airline to make reservations and purchase tickets. Passengers do not require …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (June 21, 2020) Location:  Petionville, and potentially other areas of Port-au-Prince Event:  There have been public calls for protests on economic and social grievances in Petionville and other areas of Port-au-Prince for Monday, June 22, and Tuesday June 23, 2020. The protest routes and times are currently unknown, but the Haitian National Police (HNP) …

Location:  Tabarre, near the entrance to ED-1 Event:  Approximately 10 individuals, some armed with long guns, attempted to stop a motorist near the entrance to ED-1. Actions to Take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around …

Location:  Bois Patate and Faustin 1er Events:  Reports of burning tires at Bois Patate and Faustin 1er near Canapevert College Actions to Take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to a safe area. …

Location: Nazon Events: Reports of a protest in Nazon near the Ministry of Education. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to a safe area. Assistance: U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti Tabarre 41, …

Location: Haiti Event: Eastern Airlines has been authorized to operate flights from Port au Prince to Miami, Florida on June 26 and July 3. Complete information on schedules, pricing and how to book are available at https://goeasternair.com American citizens who wish to return to the United States should plan to do so immediately. U.S. citizens who do not …

Location: Haiti Events: JetBlue Airways has been authorized to operate an additional flight from Port au Prince to Fort Lauderdale, Florida on Friday, June 19. Complete information on schedules, pricing and how to book are available at https://www.jetblue.com . U.S. citizens should work directly with the relevant airline to make reservations and purchase tickets. Passengers do not …

Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Port-Au-Prince (June 17, 2020) Location:  Haiti Event: JetBlue Airways has been authorized to operate a second flight from Port au Prince to Fort Lauderdale, Florida on Friday, June 19. Complete information on schedules, pricing and how to book are available at  https://www.jetblue.com . U.S. citizens should work directly with the relevant airline to make reservations …

Location:  Haiti Event:  Eastern Airlines has been authorized to operate a flight from Port au Prince to Miami, Florida on Friday, June 19. Complete information on schedules, pricing and how to book are available at  https://www.goeasternair.com/ .  U.S. citizens should work directly with the relevant airline to make reservations and purchase tickets.Passengers do not require boarding …

Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Port-Au-Prince (June 15, 2020)  Location:  Haiti Event:  JetBlue Airways has been authorized to operate flights from Port au Prince to Fort Lauderdale, Florida on Friday, June 19. Complete information on schedules, pricing and how to book are available at  https://www.jetblue.com/ . U.S. citizens should work directly with the relevant airline to make reservations and …

Location:  Haiti  Event: Spirit Airlines has been authorized to operate flights from Port au Prince to Fort Lauderdale, Florida (FLL) on Tuesday, June 16 and Tuesday, June 23. Complete information on schedules, pricing and how to book are available at  https://www.spirit.com/ . U.S. citizens should work directly with the relevant airline to make reservations and purchase tickets. Passengers do …

Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Port-Au-Prince (June 10, 2020)  Location:  Haiti Event:  Eastern Airlines has been authorized to operate a flight from Port au Prince to Miami, Florida on Friday, June 12. Complete information on schedules, pricing and how to book are available at  https://goeasternair.com .  American citizens who wish to return to the United States should plan …

Location:  Haiti Event:The U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince continues to work diligently to assist U.S. citizens in Haiti who wish to return to the United States during this time. When flights are available, U.S. citizens should work directly with the relevant airline to make reservations and purchase tickets. Passengers do not require boarding letters or other permission …

Location:  Delmas 83 Events:  Reports of an ongoing demonstration at the Ministry of Education annex on Delmas 83. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to a safe area. Assistance: U.S. …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (June 7, 2020) Location:  Carrefour Aeroport, Bel Air, Delmas, Lalue, and other areas. Events:  Ongoing protest activity near Carrefour Aeroport, Bel Air, Delmas, Lalue, and other areas in/around Port-au-Prince. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through …

Location: Haiti Event: The U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince continues to work diligently to assist U.S. citizens in Haiti who wish to return to the United States during this time. According to the JetBlue Airways website ( www.jetblue.com ), the June 11th, 18th, 25th and 29th flights from Port-au-Prince to Fort Lauderdale and JFK are sold out. Please …

Location:  Haiti Event:  JetBlueAirways has been authorized to operate flights from Port-au-Prince to Fort Lauderdale, Florida and from Port-au-Prince to John F. Kennedy Airport in New York City on June 11, 18, 25 and 29.  Seats are still available for the June 29th flight to Fort Lauderdale and the June 11th, 25th and 29th flights to JFK. Complete …

Location:  Haiti  Event: The U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince continues to work diligently to assist U.S. citizens in Haiti who wish to return to the United States during this time.  There are currently no confirmed commercial flights from Haiti to the United States. If a commercial airline is authorized to operate a flight to the United States, the …

Location:  Caradeux Events:  Reports of burning tires in the area of Service Métropolitain de Collecte des Residus Solides in Caradeux. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to a safe area. …

Location:  Haiti Event: The U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince continues to work diligently to assist U.S. citizens in Haiti who wish to return to the United States during this time. According to the Spirit Airlines website ( https://www.spirit.com/ ), the June 02 flight from Port-au-Prince is sold out.  Please understand that flights to the United States are approved by the Government …

Location:  Haiti Event:  Spirit Airlines has been authorized to operate a flight from Port au Prince to Fort Lauderdale, Florida (FLL) on Tuesday, June 02. Complete information on schedules, pricing and how to book are available at https://www.spirit.com/ . Spirit Airlines has stated that “To protect the health and safety of our Guests and Team Members, …

Location:  Ministry of Health Annex Events:  Reports of burning tires and a demonstration at the Ministry of Health Annex in Mais Gate. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and  If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to a …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (May 20, 2020) Location:  Morne Calvert Events:  Reports of shooting with casualties in Morne Calvert on Rue Killick near the Embassy of Taiwan. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a …

(May 19, 2020) Location:  Bois Verna Events:  Reports of burning tires and protest activity at the Ministry of Communication in Bois Verna. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to a …

Location:  Carrefour Aeroport Overpass  Events:  Reports of a planned protest beginning at 10:00 am. The protest is scheduled to begin at the Overpass Intersection at Carrefour Aeroport. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (May 15, 2020) Location:  Nazon Events:  Reports of burning barricades in the area of Nazon. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to a safe …

Location:  Nazon and Bois Verna Events:  Reports of barricades being erected in the areas of Nazon and Bois Verna. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to a safe area. Assistance: …

Location:  Rue Rivière Events:  Reports of a large gathering in front of Réseau National de Défense des Droits Humains (RNDDH) office at Rue Rivière (West Department). Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and …

Location:  Champ de Mars Events:  Reports of an ongoing demonstration in Champ de Mars near radio lab, in proximity to the National Palace. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to …

Location:  Delmas 60 Events:  Reports of protests in Musseau (Delmas 60) near the Prime Minister’s residence. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to a safe area. Assistance: U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, …

Location:  Avenue Charles Sumner Events:  Reports of protest activity and burning tires at the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labor on Avenue Charles Sumner. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get …

Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Port-Au-Prince (May 06, 2020) Location:  Haiti Event:  The U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince continues to work diligently to assist U.S. citizens in Haiti who wish to return to the United States during this time. There are currently no confirmed commercial flights from Haiti to the United States. U.S. citizens in Haiti who still …

Location:  Delmas 60 in Musseau Events:  Reports of a protest on Delmas 60 in Musseau. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to a safe area. Assistance: U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti Tabarre …

Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Port-Au-Prince (May 05, 2020)  Location:  Haiti Event:  The U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince continues to work diligently to assist U.S. citizens in Haiti who wish to return to the United States during this time. There are currently no confirmed commercial flights from Haiti to the United States. U.S. citizens in Haiti who still …

Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Port-Au-Prince (May 04, 2020)  Location:  Haiti  Event:  The U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince continues to work diligently to assist U.S. citizens in Haiti who wish to return to the United States during this time. There are currently no confirmed commercial flights from Haiti to the United States. U.S. citizens in Haiti who …

Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Port-Au-Prince (May 01, 2020)  Location:  Haiti  Event:  JetBlue Airways has been authorized to operate a flight from Port-au-Prince to Fort Lauderdale, Florida on Monday, May 4. Complete information on schedules, pricing and how to book are available at  https://www.jetblue.com/ . JetBlue has stated that, starting May 4, “all customers must wear a face …

Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Port-Au-Prince (April 30, 2020) Location:  Haiti Event:  The U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince continues to work diligently to assist U.S. citizens in Haiti who wish to return to the United States during this time. There are currently no confirmed commercial flights from Haiti to the United States. U.S. citizens in Haiti who …

Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Port-Au-Prince (April 29, 2020) Location:  Haiti Event:  The U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince continues to work diligently to assist U.S. citizens in Haiti who wish to return to the United States during this time. There are currently no confirmed commercial flights from Haiti to the United States. U.S. citizens in Haiti who still …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (April 27, 2020) Location:  Delmas 48-60 Events:  Reports of ongoing violent protest activity along Delmas 48-60, making their way towards Petionville. Protesters are exchanging gunfire with Haitian National Police. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through …

Location:  Near the Carrefour Aeroport overpass Events:  Reports of shots being fired in the air. Individuals dressed up as Haitian National Police and civilians are stopping vehicles, taking away keys, and burning barricades near the Carefour Aeroport overpass. Location:  Avenue Charles Sumner near the Ministry of Social Affairs Events: Reports of Haitian National Police launching teargas …

Location:  Haiti Event:  Spirit Airlines has been authorized to operate a flight from Port au Prince to Fort Lauderdale, Florida (FLL) on Monday, April 27. Complete information on schedules, pricing and how to book are available at  https://www.spirit.com/ American citizens who wish to return to the United States should plan to do so immediately.  The U.S. Embassy …

Location:  Haiti Event:  Spirit Airlines has been authorized to operate a flight from Port au Prince to Fort Lauderdale, Florida (FLL) on Monday, April 27. Complete information on schedules, pricing and how to book are available at  https://www.spirit.com/ American citizens who wish to return to the United States should plan to do so immediately.  The U.S. Embassy …

Location:  Haiti Event: Jet Blue Airways has been authorized to operate a flight from Port-au-Prince to Fort Lauderdale, Florida on Saturday, April 18. Complete information on schedules, pricing and how to book are available at  https://www.jetblue.com/ American citizens who wish to return to the United States should plan to do so immediately.  The U.S. Embassy is not …

Location:  Haiti Event:  Jet Blue Airways has been authorized to operate a flight from Port-au-Prince to Fort Lauderdale, Florida on Saturday, April 18. Complete information on schedules, pricing and how to book are available at  https://www.jetblue.com/ American citizens who wish to return to the United States should plan to do so immediately.  The U.S. Embassy is not …

Location:  Haiti Event:  The U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince continues to work diligently to assist U.S. citizens in Haiti who wish to return to the United States during this time. There are currently no confirmed commercial flights from Haiti to the United States. U.S. citizens in Haiti who still wish to return to the United States …

Location: Haiti Event: Spirit Airlines has been authorized to operate a flight from Port au Prince to Fort Lauderdale, Florida (FLL) on Saturday, April 11. Complete information on schedules, pricing and how to book are available at  https://www.spirit.com/ American citizens who wish to return to the United States should plan to do so immediately.  The U.S. …

Location:  Haiti Event:  The U.S. Embassy in Haiti continues to work closely with the State Department Repatriation Task Force to assist U.S. citizens who wish to depart Haiti, while observing the Haitian Government’s measures to contain the spread of COVID-19. This is a reminder that Eastern Airlines has been authorized to operate a flight from Port …

Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Port-Au-Prince (March 28, 2020) Location:  Haiti Event:  The U.S. Embassy in Haiti continues to work closely with the State Department Repatriation Task Force to assist U.S. citizens who wish to depart Haiti, while observing the Haitian Government’s measures to contain the spread of COVID-19. This is a reminder that Eastern Airlines has been …

Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Port-Au-Prince(March 22, 2020) Location: Haiti Event: We understand the challenges that the rapidly evolving international response to the COVID-19 pandemic is causing U.S. citizens who are seeking to return to the United States. The U.S. Embassy in Haiti is working closely with the State Department Repatriation Task Force to assist U.S. citizens …

Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (March 19, 2020) Location: Haiti, Countrywide Event:   On March 19, President Jovenel Moïse announced two (2) confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Haiti. The government of Haiti has implemented measures to limit the spread of COVID-19. Schools, universities, vocational centers, and factories are closed until further notice; gatherings larger than 10 people have been banned. A curfew is in place from 8 p.m.-5 a.m. beginning at midnight on …

Global Level 4 Health Advisory—Do Not Travel (March 19, 2020) Location:  Global Events:   Level 4:  Do Not Travel The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19.  In countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (March 18, 2020) Location:  In front of Ministry of Interior Events:  Reports of burning tires. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to a safe …

Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (March 15, 2020) Location:  Haiti, countrywide. Event:  There is an ongoing outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19) first identified in Wuhan, China.  The global public health threat posed by COVID-19 is high, with more than 80,000 reported cases worldwide. As of March 15, 2020, the Haiti Ministry of Health announced no confirmed cases …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (March 13, 2020) Location:  Canape Vert. Events:   Reports of an ongoing demonstration and roadblocks. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to a safe area. …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (March 13, 2020) Location:  Torcel Park du Souvenirs Entrance Events:  Reports of burning tires. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to a safe area. …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (March 12, 2020) Location:  Near the Ministry of Education Annex at Babiole, near Turgeau. Events:   Reports of heavy shootings. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (March 11, 2020) Location:  Tabarre Events:  Reports of barricades and rock throwing at Eddy One in Tabarre. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to …

Security Alert (CLARIFICATION):  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (March 11, 2020) Location:  Downtown Port-au-Prince, towards the Parliament and Office of the Prime Minister Events:  Reports of a possible protest march toward the Parliament and Office of the Prime Minister Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (March 11, 2020) Location: Bourdon, Canape Vert, Juvenat, and Petionville Events:  Reports of a possible protest march toward parliament and primature. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around …

Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (March 10, 2020) Location:  Viaduct through Delmas Events:   Reports that members of the Haitian National Police who are calling for the creation of a union are marching from the Viaduct through Delmas and shooting in the air. Actions to take:  Avoid the area;  Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; …

Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (March 9, 2020) Location:  Haiti Event:  There is an ongoing outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19) first identified in Wuhan, China.  The global public health threat posed by COVID-19 is high, with more than 80,000 reported cases worldwide. As of  March 9, 2020, the Haiti Ministry of Health announced no confirmed cases …

Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (March 9, 2020) Location: Delmas 48 to Delmas 105 Events: Reports of violent protest activity from Delmas 48 to Delmas 105. Actions to take:  Avoid the area;  Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people;  Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and  If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (March 9, 2020) Location:  Rte. de Delmas Events:  Reports of violent protest activity activity moving from Carrefour Aeroport up Route de Delmas.   Actions to take: ·        Avoid the area; ·        Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; ·        Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and ·        If you encounter a …

CORRECTION:  Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (March 9, 2020) Location:  Downtown Port-au-Prince, Rue St. Honore, near the General Hospital. Events:   Reports of burning tires. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (March 6, 2020) Location:  Avenue Charles Sumner near the Ministry of Justice Events: Reports of burning tires and a demonstration on Avenue Charles Sumner, near the Ministry of Justice Actions to take: ·        Avoid the area; ·        Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; ·        Do not attempt to drive through …

Travel Advisory:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (March 5, 2020) Do not travel to Haiti due to crime, civil unrest, and kidnapping. Country Summary: Violent crime, such as armed robbery and carjacking, is common. Kidnapping is widespread. Kidnappers may use sophisticated planning or take advantage of unplanned opportunities. Victims have included U.S. citizens.   Demonstrations, tire burning, and roadblocks …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (March 5, 2020) Location:  Rte. Nationale #1 and Carrefour Vincent Events:  A sound truck, accompanied by a group of demonstrators, is throwing rocks at passing motorists. The group is currently in the vicinity of Rte. Nationale #1 and Carrefour Vincent. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (March 4, 2020) Location:  Champs-de-Mars. Events:   Reports of burning barricades. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to a safe area. Assistance: U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (February 28, 2020) Location:  Ave. Charles Sumner near the Ministry of Social Affairs Events:  Reports of an ongoing demonstration on Ave. Charles Sumner near the Ministry of Social Affairs. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (February 25, 2020)   Location:  Avenue Mais Gate near Ministry of Health and Red Cross   Events:   Rock throwing at vehicles by unknown individuals   Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (February 24, 2020) Location:  Rue Panamericaine towards Petionville Events:   Reports of a group of protesters on motorcycles riding now on Panamericaine towards Petionville Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (February 24, 2020) Location:  Marriott Hotel, Champs-de-Mars, Lalue, In front of DGI at Carrefour Tifour, Between Carrefour Fleuriot and Aristide’s residence. Events:   Burning tires and protestors Actions to take: Avoid the areas; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If …

Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (February 24, 2020) Location:  Gerard Bataille Events:   Reports of a roadblock. Actions to take:  Avoid the area;  Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people;  Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and  If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to a safe area. Assistance:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (February 23, 2020) Location:  Petionville and throughout Port-au-Prince Events:  Due to reports of gunfire and burning tires, movements of U.S. Embassy personnel are restricted to home to work, between the two residential compounds, and to Belmart. Travel restrictions are effective immediately until 0500 hours tomorrow, February 24. Actions to …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (February 23, 2020) Location:  Delma 48, 60, and 83. Events:  Reports of motorcyclists setting up roadblocks, pulling over vehicles and taking their keys. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a …

Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (February 23, 2020) Location: Delmas 32 and 33 Events: Reports of burning tires. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to a safe area. Assistance: U.S. …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (February 20, 2020) Location:  Petionville and Bourdon. Events:   Due to reports of possible protest activity today, U.S. Embassy personnel will not be permitted to travel to Petionville and Bourdon after 1500hrs today. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (February 20, 2020) Location:  Near the Haitian National Police Academy Events:   Reports of burning tires. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to a safe …

Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (February 19, 2020) Location: Delmas 60, Bourdon, Champs de Mars, Petitionville Events: Protest changed direction, now in Delmas 60, moving toward Bourdon and Champ de Mars. Situation is fluid. Actions to take:  Avoid the area;  Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people;  Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and  If you …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (February 19, 2020) Location:  The area near Delmas and Nazon. Events:   Reports of a group protesting, firing guns into the air, and marching toward Petionville. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (February 19, 2020) Location:  Delmas/Nazon Events:  Reports of a roadblock and trucks blocking the street in the areas of Delmas and Nazon. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (February 18, 2019) Location:  State University Law Campus, near Champ-de-Mars area Events:  Reports of an ongoing demonstration near the State University Law Campus, not far from the Champ-de-Mars area. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (February 17, 2020) Location:  Champs des Mars Events:  Reports of protest activity and that Carnival stands in the Champs des Mars have been intentionally set on fire. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (February 14, 2020) Location:  Champ de Mars Events: Ongoing Protest in Champ de Mars area. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and get to a safe area. …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (February 10 2019) Location:  Bourdon Events:   Reports of approximately 50 individuals demonstrating peacefully, currently moving up Bourdon, heading towards the Primature at Musseau. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (February 10, 2020) Location:  Carradeux and Gerard Bataille near Service Métropolitain de Collecte des Residus Solides (SMCRS) Events: Burning Tires Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, turn around and …

The 2020 Election Season has begun – Register to Vote and Request Your Absentee Ballots at FVAP.gov now for the states below. The following states have elections in the next 90 days: P- Presidential Primary S- State Primary March 2020 – 30 Day Notice: March 3: Alabama (P, S); Arkansas (P, S); California (P); Colorado …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (February 6, 2020) Location:  Port-au-Prince Events:  A planned protest is scheduled to start at approximately 10:00 a.m. on Friday, February 7, 2020. The protest route is: Place Dessalines (Champs de Mars), Rue Capois, Avenue John Brown (Lalue), Avenue Martin Luther King, Carrefour Aeroport, Autoroute de Delmas, Delmas 32, Bourdon, …

Location:  Port-au-Prince, Jacmel, and throughout Haiti Event:  The U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince informs U.S. citizens that carnival season has begun.  The official Carnival dates in Jacmel are February 15-16, and February 23-25, 2020, in Port-au-Prince.  However, many traditional festivities have already begun and will continue until the final day of Carnival. Official Carnival celebrations in …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (January 29, 2019) Location:  Road near Place St. Pierre. Events:   Reports of motorists being threatened while stuck in traffic near Place St. Pierre. The suspects are armed with rocks and demand that drivers hand over their valuables or risk having their windows smashed.   Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (January 27, 2020) Location:  Place St. Pierre  Events:  Reports of a crowd of approximately 100 people gathered near Place St. Pierre who are affecting traffic circulation. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If …

Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (January 24, 2020) Location: Delmas 75 to Delmas 33 Events: Reports of burning barricades and rock throwing near the road connecting Delmas 75 to Delmas 33. Actions to take: • Avoid the area; • Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; • Do not attempt to drive through …

Registering to Vote and submitting a ballot is fast, easy, and can be done from anywhere in the world!   Start by confirming your voter registration with your state.  Some states require absentee voters to register annually so you may need to re-register.  Go to  FVAP.gov  to connect to your state’s voter portal to register to vote, request …

Location:  Haiti, Port-au-Prince metropolitan area and countrywide. Events:  Violent crime is on the rise in Port-au-Prince.  The U.S. Embassy continues to receive reports of armed robberies, carjackings, and kidnappings involving employees and family members of Embassy staff, the staff of other embassies, and private American citizens. Embassy staff were made aware of two incidents during …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (January 13, 2020) Location:  Main entrance to Canne-a-Sucre Park Events:  Group of demonstrators in front of the main entrance to Canne-a-Sucre Park. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, …

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (January 13, 2020) Location:  Near Carrefour Rita Events:  Reports of a group of protesters traveling towards the U.S. Embassy from Carrefour Rita. Actions to take: Avoid the area; Avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people; Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; and If you encounter a roadblock, …

Location:  Haiti. Event: Heightened Middle East Tensions. There is heightened tension in the Middle East that may result in security risks to U.S. citizens abroad. The Embassy will continue to review the security situation and will provide additional information as needed. Actions to Take: Keep a low profile. Be aware of your surroundings. Stay alert in …