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Do Canada passport holders need a visa to visit HT?

Canadian passport holders do not need a visa to visit Haiti for tourism and may stay up to 90 days. A small US$10 tourist card fee is collected on arrival at the airport. A Canadian ordinary passport holder can travel to Haiti for tourism without obtaining a visa in advance. Both the Government of Canada travel advisory and the Embassy of Haiti confirm that tourists are visa-exempt for stays of up to 90 days. The only entry charge is a US$10 tourist card (arrival) fee paid at the airport on entry; this applies to all non-Haitian travelers. Passports should be valid for the duration of the stay (the Embassy recommends at least 6 months of validity). Travelers may be asked to show a return or onward ticket and proof of sufficient funds. Haiti is in the Caribbean and is NOT part of the Schengen area, so no ETIAS or Schengen 90/180 rule applies. Stays beyond 90 days require a residency permit from the Haitian Immigration Service, applied for before the initial 90 days expire (Canadians of Haitian origin are exempt). Important safety note: the Government of Canada currently maintains an "Avoid all travel" advisory for Haiti due to widespread gang violence, kidnappings, and civil unrest; the visa-free status does not reflect on-the-ground safety. Verdict: visa-free for short tourist stays.
VISA-FREETOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
Canada (PR)Living in Canada as a permanent resident? See PR-specific guidance
/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Visa-free entry (tourist card on arrival)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Single visit per entry; re-entry permitted
from issue date
Visa fee
US$10 tourist card fee on arrival
consular fee only
Processing time
None in advance; fee paid at airport on arrival
standard track
Validity
Passport valid for duration of stay (6 months recommended)
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm your passport validity
Ensure your Canadian passport is valid for the entire stay; the Embassy of Haiti recommends at least 6 months of remaining validity from your arrival date.
· Passport· 6 months
/02
Book onward or return travel
Arrange a return or onward ticket out of Haiti. Immigration and customs officials may ask to see it on arrival.
· Return ticket
/03
Prepare proof of funds
Have evidence of sufficient funds to cover your stay, as officials may request this at the border.
· Proof of funds
/04
Check the travel advisory before departure
Review the Government of Canada advisory for Haiti, which is currently at the highest level due to security risks, and reconsider non-essential travel.
· Safety· travel.gc.ca
/05
Pay the tourist card fee on arrival
Pay the US$10 tourist card/arrival fee at the airport when you land. No advance visa application is needed.
· US$10· On arrival
/06
Track your 90-day limit
Note your entry date. If staying beyond 90 days, apply for a residency permit at the Haitian Immigration Service before the 90 days expire.
· 90 days
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

8 items
Personalized checklist
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Canadian passport valid for the full stay (6 months recommended)
required
Completed arrival/immigration card (provided on arrival)
required
US$10 cash for the tourist card fee on arrival
required
Return or onward ticket
recommended
Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
recommended
Accommodation details or address in Haiti
recommended
Travel/medical insurance
recommended
Review of Government of Canada travel advisory
recommended
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist card / arrival feeUS$10Paid at the airport on arrival; applies to all non-Haitian travelers
Tourist visaUS$0Not required for Canadian citizens for stays up to 90 days
Residency permit (extended stays)VariesOnly if staying beyond 90 days; applied for via Haitian Immigration Service
Total estimateUS$10US$10incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Tourism / short visit
Canadians are visa-exempt for tourist stays up to 90 days with only the US$10 arrival fee.
High
/02
Visiting family or friends
Short social visits fall under the same visa-free 90-day allowance.
Medium
/03
Short business trip
Brief business visits are generally permitted visa-free; confirm with the Embassy for paid work, which requires a permit.
Medium
/04
Cruise or transit stop
Short stops, including cruise calls, are covered under visa-free entry.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30
Canada to Haiti route verified
Confirmed visa-free entry for up to 90 days for Canadian passport holders, with a US$10 tourist card fee on arrival, against the Government of Canada advisory and the Embassy of Haiti.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Canadians need a visa to visit Haiti?
No. Canadian passport holders can enter Haiti visa-free for tourism for up to 90 days. Only a US$10 tourist card fee is paid on arrival.
How long can I stay in Haiti without a visa?+
Is there a fee to enter Haiti?+
How long must my passport be valid?+
Is Haiti part of the Schengen area or ETIAS?+
Is it safe to travel to Haiti right now?+
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