Travellers are advised against all but essential travel to Haiti, because of the threat to personal security. There are incidences of violence and kidnappings for ransom, with kidnappings taking place mainly in Port-au-Prince.

The hurricane season in Haiti normally runs from June to November. There have been several hurricanes in recent decades causing loss of life, major damage and severe flooding. Travellers staying in Haiti when a hurricane occurs should listen to information given on the television/radio stations and follow the advice of hosts or hotel management. Emergency services are ill equipped to cope with a major disaster. Should a hurricane strike Haiti, basic transport and communication services could be severely disrupted.

Dengue Fever is endemic to Latin America and the Caribbean and can occur throughout the year. In 2007, there was a marked increase in the number of reported cases across the region.

The threat from terrorism is low.

This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organisations for the latest travel advice:

British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Tel: 0845 850 2829.
Website: www.fco.gov.uk

US Department of State
Website: http://travel.state.gov/travel