How to Travel From Haiti to the USA For Political & Economic Reasons

Haiti is located in the Caribbean Sea, 48 miles southeast of Cuba. Seventy-eight percent of the Haitian population of 10.8 million lives in poverty. If you are planning to travel to Haiti for political or economic reasons, whether to expand your business internationally, collaborate with local business leaders or meet with Haitian diplomatic leaders, there are steps you have to take when planning your trip other than simply buying your plane tickets.

Instructions

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      Contact the Haitian Embassy, which is located in Washington, D.C. The embassy is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and can be reached by phone at 202-332-4090.

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      Ask to speak with either the Economic Affairs Department or Political Affairs Department, depending on the reason you are traveling to Haiti.

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      Ask the embassy representative about the current climate in Haiti both politically and economically to ensure it is a safe time for you to travel there. Ask about safe hotels to stay in as well. The representative will have informed recommendations for you.

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      Ask the embassy representative for the contact information for political leaders in Haiti whom you would like to have meetings with if you are traveling there for political reasons. The embassy will have that information on file and you also may be provided with tips on the most efficient ways to get meetings with the leaders.

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      Purchase your tickets and book your hotel accommodations as suggested by the embassy representative. Then all you have to do is pack.

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