U.S. State Department Issues Immediate Evacuation of Government Personnel and American Citizens in Haiti Due to Escalating Chaos
The U.S. Department of State issued a “Do Not Travel” advisory on July 27, 2023, for American citizens considering travel to Haiti due to escalating risks of kidnapping, violent crime, civil unrest, and inadequate health care infrastructure.
The government further ordered the departure of non-emergency U.S. government employees at the embassy and their family members stationed in Haiti.
In light of the ongoing turmoil and severe infrastructure challenges, U.S. citizens presently in Haiti are strongly urged to leave the country as soon as possible using commercial or private transportation options.
Those intending to leave Port-au-Prince should remain vigilant, monitor local news, and plan their departure when deemed safe.
U.S. government personnel in Haiti are confined to the area around the Embassy and prohibited from walking in Port-au-Prince.
