Residence & citizenship
Haitian Residence Permit (Permis de Séjour)
The permit foreign nationals need to reside in Haiti beyond a short visit, issued and renewed by the DIE.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Under review — check current rules
The 90-day threshold, validity period (fiscal-year vs multi-year, sources conflict) and fees are not confirmed on the DIE official portal and are unverified.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Haiti government website before you apply.
On this page
- Official name
- Permis de séjour (residence permit)
- Route type
- Residence permit for long stays
- Issuing body
- Direction de l'Immigration et de l'Émigration (DIE)
- When required
- For stays beyond a short visit (reported threshold around 90 days)
- Threshold reported by secondary sources; verify with DIE
- Validity
- Renewable periodically
- Sources conflict (fiscal-year term vs multi-year); confirm with DIE
Who it is for
- Foreign nationals living in Haiti long-term — workers, students, retirees, missionaries, family members
Requirements (typical)
- Copy of the passport biographic page
- Letter of employment or from a supporter guaranteeing the stay and repatriation
- Recent medical certificate
- Two colour passport photographs
- Local contact details and current address in Haiti
How to apply
- File the application at the DIE in Port-au-Prince
- Provide supporting and health documents
- Renew before expiry to maintain lawful residence
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.