The Foreign Office has advised against all travel to a Caribbean country. Officials say there is a “volatile security situation” in the nation and terrorist attacks cannot be ruled out.
The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) said no British consular officials are availble in Haiti. However, if Brits do choose to travel then they are urged to “avoid all crowds and public events”.
The Foreign Office said: “FCDO advises against all travel to Haiti due to the volatile security situation. There are currently no British consular officials in Haiti and our ability to provide consular assistance is severely limited and cannot be delivered in person in Haiti.
“British nationals may get consular services assistance at our diplomatic mission in the Dominican Republic.
“If you choose to travel to or stay in Haiti against FCDO advice, try to avoid all crowds and public events, and take appropriate security precautions.”
A state of emergency was decared in Haiti in February 2024 after violent gang attacks. However, earlier this year Royal Caribbean International returned to its private Labadee resort.
Labadee is a private resort located on Haiti’s northern coast, leased by Royal Caribbean Group in 1985 for exclusive use by passengers of its cruise lines. It spans 260 acres and has strict security measures that prevent locals from entering and passengers from leaving the property.
Royal Caribbean International said: “The safety and security of our guests, crew, and communities we visit are our top priority. Our global security and intel team has been closely monitoring the evolving situation in Haiti.”
A United Nations report revealed an increase in gang violence in Haiti. Over 5,600 deaths and human rights violations were reported last year.
The FCDO added: “There is a high threat of terrorist attack globally affecting UK interests and British nationals, including from groups and individuals who view the UK and British nationals as targets. Stay aware of your surroundings at all times.”