Demonstration in front of the Embassy, today, March 9, 2017

The U.S. Embassy informs U.S. Citizens that there is an on-going demonstration in front of the embassy, today, March 9, 2017.  All U.S. Citizens are advised to use caution in the area.

 

Even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and escalate into violence. You should avoid areas of demonstrations, and exercise caution if in the vicinity of any large gatherings, protests, or demonstrations.

For further information about security in Haiti:

  • Contact the U.S. Embassy in Haiti, located at  Tabarre 41, Boulevard du 15 Octobre, Tabarre, Haiti; telephone 509-2229-8000; after-hours emergency telephone 509-2229-8000; ACS unit fax 509-2229-8027; e-mail ; website.
  • Call 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the United States and Canada or 1-202-501-4444 from other countries from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays).

 

Note:  The computer generated timestamp on this e-mail message may not be accurate.

 

If your contact information has changed or you are no longer in Haiti, please update your STEP account as the Embassy cannot do it for you