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France to Haiti visa requirements

French ordinary passport holders do NOT need a visa for tourism in Haiti. You can enter visa-free for up to 90 days; just pay a US$10 (or 10 EUR / 10 CAD) tourist tax on arrival and keep the green Departure/Sortie card. A France (FR) ordinary passport holder travelling to Haiti (HT) for tourism or a short visit does not require a visa in advance. Haiti grants visa-free entry to most nationalities, including France, for stays of up to 90 days (three months). On arrival every non-resident foreigner pays a small tourist tax of US$10 (also accepted as 10 EUR or 10 CAD) and receives a green "Depart/Sorti" (Departure) card that must be retained and presented when leaving the country. Passports must be valid for at least six months beyond the intended date of return. Only nine nationalities (Dominican Republic, Panama, Colombia, Cuba, Syria, Libya, Iran, Vietnam, Yemen) must obtain a visa in advance, and France is not among them. This is confirmed by the Embassy of Haiti, the Haiti visa policy reference, and the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs (France Diplomatie). IMPORTANT NON-VISA WARNING: as of 2026 the French foreign ministry strongly advises against all travel to Haiti because of an extremely high and unpredictable kidnapping risk and widespread armed-gang violence, including around Port-au-Prince and its airport. The visa-free status is unchanged, but travellers should treat the security advisory as decisive when deciding whether to go.
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.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Visa-free entry (no visa required)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days (3 months)
per entry
Entries
Single entry per arrival; re-entry permitted on a new arrival
from issue date
Visa fee
US$10 tourist tax on arrival (also payable as 10 EUR or 10 CAD)
consular fee only
Processing time
None - granted at the border on arrival
standard track
Validity
Passport must be valid at least 6 months beyond date of return
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm your passport validity
Ensure your French ordinary passport is valid for at least six months beyond your planned return date. Renew it before booking if it is close to expiry.
· Before booking
/02
Check the French government travel advisory
Review France Diplomatie's advice for Haiti. As of 2026 it strongly advises against all travel due to kidnapping and gang violence. Consider travel insurance covering high-risk destinations.
· Critical· Security
/03
Book flights and accommodation
No visa application is needed in advance. Keep your return/onward ticket and hotel or host details, as immigration may ask to see them on arrival.
· Documents
/04
Pay the tourist tax on arrival
At the airport pay the US$10 tourist tax (10 EUR or 10 CAD accepted). Carry the exact amount in small bills.
· At arrival· Cash
/05
Receive and keep your Depart/Sorti card
Immigration issues a green Departure (Depart/Sorti) card. Make a copy, keep the original tucked in your passport, and do not lose it - it is required to exit Haiti.
· At arrival· Keep safe
/06
Respect the 90-day limit
Your visa-free stay is up to 90 days. To remain longer, apply for an extension or residence permit at Haiti's immigration directorate before the period ends.
· During stay
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
Personalized checklist
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RequiredFrench ordinary passport valid 6+ months beyond return date
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredReturn or onward air ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredUS$10 (or 10 EUR / 10 CAD) cash for the arrival tourist tax
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RequiredGreen Depart/Sorti card kept safe until departure
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedTravel/medical insurance covering high-risk destinations
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedCopies of passport and key documents stored separately
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
recommended
ConditionalYellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from an endemic area
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
situational
ConditionalOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Application link included: Embassy of Haiti - Tourist Visa
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist tax (on arrival)US$10Per traveller; also payable as 10 EUR or 10 CAD. Carry cash.
Tourist/entry visa0Not required for French passport holders - visa-free entry.
Stay extension / residence permitVariesOnly if staying beyond 90 days; applied for at Haiti's immigration directorate.
Total estimateUS$10US$10incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Tourism / short visit
Visa-free entry for up to 90 days is intended for tourism, family visits and short trips.
High
/02
Visiting friends or relatives
The Haitian diaspora in France is large; short family visits fall within the visa-free allowance.
Medium
/03
Business meetings
Short non-remunerated business visits are commonly made under the same visa-free entry.
Medium
/04
Transit or cruise stopover
Short stops and cruise calls use the same visa-free admission and US$10 tax.
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
France to Haiti route verified
Confirmed visa-free entry for French ordinary passport holders (up to 90 days, US$10 arrival tourist tax, 6-month passport validity) against the Embassy of Haiti, Haiti visa policy reference, and France Diplomatie. Noted the standing French advisory against all travel to Haiti due to kidnapping and gang violence.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do French citizens need a visa to visit Haiti?
No. French ordinary passport holders can enter Haiti visa-free for tourism for up to 90 days. Only nine listed nationalities need a visa in advance, and France is not one of them.
Is there any fee to enter Haiti?+
How long can I stay in Haiti without a visa?+
How long must my passport be valid?+
What is the Depart/Sorti card?+
Is it safe to travel to Haiti right now?+
/11 — Passport tools

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