As a result of a dramatic increase in kidnapping for ransom cases in Port-au-Prince (14 reported kidnappings in the last 7 days, to include U.S. citizens, U.S. legal permanent residents, and Haitian citizens), the U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince has limited non-official travel of its direct-hire U.S. citizen staff to the immediate Embassy neighborhood until further notice.

The U.S. Embassy warns its citizens against unnecessary travel in the Port-au-Prince area, and urges U.S. citizens to exercise caution while traveling in Port-au-Prince. Please review the Level Four travel advisory for Haiti, which remains in effect.

Actions to take :

• Avoid the area.

• Monitor local media for updates.

• Keep a low profile.

• Notify friends and family of your safety.

• Be aware of your surroundings.

• Be vigilant when visiting banks or ATMs.

• Do not display signs of wealth, such as wearing expensive jewelry or watches.

• Use caution when walking or driving at night.

• Review your personal security plans.

Assistance :

• U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti

• Tabarre 41, Route de Tabarre

• Emergencies: +509-2229-8000

• Non-emergency inquiries: acspap@state.gov

• Website: https://ht.usembassy.gov/

• Contact the State Department’s Bureau of Consular Affairs

• 1-888-407-4747 toll-free from the United States and Canada

• 1-202-501-4444 from other countries

• Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security updates

See also :

https://www.haitilibre.com/en/news-31486-haiti-flash-insecurity-and-covid-the-usa-put-haiti-on-the-list-of-countries-to-avoid.html

HL/ Haitilibre