Canada's response to the crisis in Haiti

On March 3, 2024, the government of Haiti declared a state of emergency in Ouest Department, including Port-au-Prince, in response to gang violence and the deteriorating security situation. A nighttime curfew is in place, and the border with the Dominican Republic is closed.

Measures for Haitian nationals, passport holders and family members in Canada

If you’re a Haitian national, a Haitian passport holder, or the family member of a Canadian citizen or permanent resident who left Haiti, find out if you’re eligible for temporary measures.

Key information for Canadians

Emergency contact information for Canadians

Canada is aware that the situation could be challenging and remains committed to provide consular assistance and support. Canadians remaining in Haiti who require emergency consular assistance should contact Global Affairs Canada's 24/7 Emergency Watch and Response Centre directly and/or the Embassy of Canada to Haiti, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, whichever channel of communication is easier to access.

At any time, the Emergency Watch and Response Centre in Ottawa can be reached at:

Telephone: +1-613‑996‑8885 (collect calls are accepted where available)
Email: sos@international.gc.ca
SMS: +1-613-686-3658
WhatsApp: +1-613-909-8881
Signal: +1-613-909-8087
via Telegram at Canada Emergency Abroad

The Embassy of Canada to Haiti, in Port-au-Prince, can be reached at + 011 (509) 2-812-9000 or by e-mail at prncecs@international.gc.ca.

We strongly encourage Canadians in Haiti to sign up with the Registration of Canadians Abroad service.

Please note that Global Affairs Canada does not deal with and will not reply to questions on Canadian visas or immigrating to Canada. Those enquiries must be addressed to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.