High riskAmericas · CaribbeanHaiti Travel Health Guide
High risk
Haiti carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. Malaria risk exists throughout Haiti including tourist areas like Labadee. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
Overall risk
High risk
Malaria
Present
Best time to visit
Year-round
Recommended vaccines
Routine vaccines
Make sure all routine vaccines are current before travel
COVID-19
Stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines before traveling
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A vaccination is recommended for all travelers to Haiti age 1 and older. Special timing considerations apply for some groups.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for travelers under 60 and may be considered for those 60 and older
Measles
Measles cases are rising worldwide. All travelers should be fully vaccinated with MMR vaccine, including early vaccination for infants 6-11 months
Typhoid
Typhoid vaccination is recommended for most travelers to Haiti, especially if staying with locals or visiting rural areas
Cholera
Cholera is actively spreading throughout Haiti. Consider vaccination if traveling to affected areas. Practice good food and water safety.
Rabies
Rabies is present in dogs and wildlife in Haiti. Consider pre-exposure vaccination if you'll have animal contact or limited access to medical care
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not recommended for disease prevention in Haiti but is required for entry if coming from countries with yellow fever risk
Disease risks
Malaria
Malaria risk exists throughout Haiti including tourist areas like Labadee. Antimalarial medication is recommended for all travelers.
Traveler's Diarrhea
All areas; high risk due to poor sanitation.
Malaria risk
Malaria is present in this destination. Prophylaxis medication is recommended.
Malaria risk exists throughout Haiti including tourist areas like Labadee. Antimalarial medication is recommended for all travelers.
Emergency numbers
Police
118
Medical / Ambulance
118
Fire
118
U.S. Embassy
+1-809-221-2171
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Build my Trip KitSources: CDC Travelers' Health · WHO International Travel and Health. Last updated 2026-07-31. Health conditions and entry rules change — verify with the CDC, WHO and your destination’s authorities before travel. This page is informational and not a substitute for advice from a travel-medicine provider.