Haiti
The practical basics before you go: plugs, emergency numbers, money, tipping and the time.
The country in brief
About 11.9 million people live in Haiti, on 27,750 km². The capital is Port-au-Prince.
- Capital
- Port-au-Prince
- Population
- 11,906,095
- Area
- 27,750 km²
- Official languages
- French and Haitian Creole
Facts change, so check the important things before you travel.
Population: World Bank, 2025 (CC BY 4.0). Capital, area and languages: Wikidata. Facts fetched October 30, 2026.
Before you go
Which plugs are used in Haiti?
Sockets take plug type A/B, at 110 V and 60 Hz.
That is lower than Europe's 230 V: phone and laptop chargers handle it, but check hair dryers and the like.
What is the emergency number in Haiti?
Call 114 for the police, 116 for an ambulance and 115 for the fire brigade.
Do you tip in Haiti?
About 10 %.
Which side of the road do they drive on in Haiti?
Traffic drives on the right.
What currency is used in Haiti?
Prices are in Haitian Gourde (HTG).
What language do they speak in Haiti?
Official languages: French and Haitian Creole.
How do I call a number in Haiti from abroad?
To call a number there from abroad, start with +509.
Entry rules and travel advice
Visa rules depend on your passport and can change at short notice. Your own government keeps them up to date, so check its advice before you book.
Links checked October 30, 2026.
