🇭🇹Haiti Political Stability: 4.6/100

Haiti occupies the western three-eighths of Hispaniola, the second largest island in the Greater Antilles, covering 27,750 km². It is the most mountainous country in the Caribbean, with a tropical climate and a diverse terrain of mountains, coastal plains, and river valleys. The highest point is Pic la Selle at 2,680 meters, and the country has a long coastline of 1,771 km.

As of 2018, Haiti's population is approximately 10.8 million, with a significant portion under the age of 20. The two official languages are French and Haitian Creole, with the majority of the population speaking Creole. The country has a large diaspora, particularly in the United States, Canada, and France.

World Bank governance: rule of law 6th percentile, corruption control 1st percentile, political stability 7th percentile.

Haiti's strongest governance dimension is Voice & Accountability at 10/100, placing it in the bottom quartile globally. This indicates relatively strong citizen participation in selecting government, along with freedom of expression, association, and a free media.

The weakest dimension is Government Effectiveness at 0/100. Limited government effectiveness can mean inconsistent public services and gaps in policy implementation.

The narrow spread across all six indicators points to consistent governance performance. Countries with even governance profiles tend to offer predictable environments for travelers and businesses alike.

Haiti's fragile governance environment presents real challenges for travelers. Institutional capacity is severely limited across most dimensions. Visitors should expect minimal government services, potential interactions with corruption, and limited recourse through legal systems. Travel to Haiti requires extensive preparation and risk awareness.

The U.S. State Department currently rates Haiti as Level 4 (Do Not Travel). Elevated advisory levels combined with governance data paint a fuller picture of conditions on the ground that travelers should consider.