Fact Check: "DHS declares Haiti safe despite level four travel advisory."
What We Know
The claim that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has declared Haiti safe contradicts the current travel advisories issued by the U.S. government. As of January 23, 2025, the U.S. Department of State has classified Haiti as a Level Four: Do Not Travel location due to severe safety concerns, including violence and civil unrest (Travel Advisories [2]). Furthermore, the U.S. Embassy in Haiti has advised U.S. citizens to depart Haiti as soon as possible and to avoid travel to the country altogether (Alert: Haiti Security Alert June 24, 2025 [1]).
The advisory explicitly states that U.S. government personnel are not authorized to travel to Port-au-Prince due to Federal Aviation Administration restrictions and potential risks (Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti [3]). This indicates a lack of safety rather than a declaration of safety.
Analysis
The assertion that DHS has declared Haiti safe is misleading. The U.S. government, through the State Department and the U.S. Embassy, has consistently warned against travel to Haiti, emphasizing the dangers present in the country. The Level Four advisory is a clear indication of the severe risks involved, including violence and civil unrest, which are significant enough to warrant such a designation (Haiti Travel Advisory [6]).
Additionally, the recent security alerts from the U.S. Embassy reinforce the message that U.S. citizens should not travel to Haiti and should leave if they are already there. The embassy's guidance includes avoiding crowds, staying aware of surroundings, and being prepared for emergencies (Alert: Haiti Security Alert June 24, 2025 [1]).
The sources used in this analysis are credible and come from official U.S. government channels, which are reliable for information regarding travel safety and advisories. The consistency of these advisories over time further supports the conclusion that Haiti is not considered safe for travel.
Conclusion
The claim that DHS has declared Haiti safe despite a Level Four travel advisory is False. The U.S. government has issued clear warnings against traveling to Haiti, citing significant safety concerns. The current advisories reflect a serious risk to U.S. citizens, and there is no indication from official sources that Haiti has been deemed safe for travel.
