Residence in Haiti: permits and requirements
Living legally in Haiti is possible through 3 permit types: permanent, family. Each program has its own requirements; below are the duration, renewal, costs and documentation according to the country's official sources.
Temporary Resident (Temporary Residence Card)
Residence type #1 of 3
Temporary residence permit for foreigners who wish to stay in Haiti for work, study or family ties.
Requirements
- Letter to the Directorate of Immigration and Emigration (DIE) requesting the residence permit and stating the reasons
- Photocopy of the passport biographical page
- Employment letter from the employer or sponsor guaranteeing stay and repatriation if needed
- Employer operating licence (for NGOs) and medical certificate
Documentation
- Valid passport
- Formal temporary residence application
- Criminal record certificate from the country of origin
- Health certificate
- Proof of income or job offer
- Photos
Frequently asked questions about residence in Haiti
How many types of residence permits are there in Haiti?
Haiti offers 3 residence permit types, grouped into the categories permanent, family. Each permit has its own requirements, duration and documentation, detailed in this fact sheet according to the country's official sources.
How long do residence permits in Haiti last?
Durations vary by permit type: 1 to 3 years; Permanent. The exact details of each type appear in the corresponding fact sheet.
Can residence permits in Haiti be renewed?
It depends on the type: 1 of 3 permits are renewable. Each fact sheet on this page indicates whether the permit in question allows renewal.
What documentation is usually required to reside in Haiti?
Although each permit requires its own file, the most recurrent documents are: Valid passport; Certificado de antecedentes penales; Health certificate. The complete list by residence type appears in each fact sheet, together with the corresponding official link.
Does residence in Haiti lead to nationality?
Yes, through the Naturalization by residence pathway, which requires 5 years of continuous residence in the territory of the Republic (1987 Constitution, art. 12.1). The complete requirements are in the nationality fact sheet of Haiti.
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