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Haiti - FLASH USA : Traveler Advisories, Haiti ranked 3 on a scale of 4 15/01/2018 06:33:10
In its latest travel advisory, the State Department rated Haiti Level 3 "Reconsider Travel" on a scale of 4 [Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution - Level 3: Reconsider Travel - Level 4: Do Not Travel] Reconsider travel to Haiti due to crime and civil unrest. : "Violent crime, such as armed robbery, is common. Local police may lack the resources to respond effectively to serious criminal incidents or emergencies. Protests, tire burning, and road blockages are frequent and often spontaneous. The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in some areas of Haiti. U.S. Embassy personnel must receive permission from the Embassy security officer to travel to some areas of Port-au-Prince. Embassy employees are discouraged, and in some instances prohibited, from walking in city neighborhoods, including Pétion Ville. After dark, Embassy personnel are prohibited from visiting establishments without secure, on-site parking. Travel outside of Port-au-Prince is prohibited after dark. Embassy employees are under a curfew from 1:00 a.m. to 5:00 a.m. The use of public banks and ATMs by Embassy employees is prohibited at all times. Embassy personnel are prohibited from using any kind of public transportation throughout the country," wrote the State Department. If you decide to travel to Haiti : - Avoid demonstrations. - Arrange airport transfers and hotels in advance, or have your host meet you upon arrival. - Do not physically resist any robbery attempt. - Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency. - U.S. citizens who travel abroad should always have a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist. HL/ HaitiLibre
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