Get Your Haiti Dual Citizenship – Learn How to Apply
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Eligibility Overview
- By Birth: Individuals born in Haiti are automatically citizens unless their parents were foreign diplomats.
- By Descent : Children born abroad to at least one Haitian parent are eligible for citizenship by descent.
- By Marriage : A foreign spouse of a Haitian citizen may apply for citizenship after 2 years of marriage and cohabitation in Haiti.
- By Naturalization: Foreign nationals may apply after 5 years of legal residence, good character, and integration into Haitian society.
- Special Exception – Dual Citizenship Allowed: Since the 2012 constitutional amendment, Haiti allows dual citizenship. Haitians who acquire another nationality no longer lose their Haitian citizenship. Former citizens may reclaim Haitian nationality through repatriation.
Step-by-Step Process
- Identify your path: descent, marriage, naturalization, or repatriation.
- Submit an application to Haiti’s Directorate of Immigration and Emigration or the Ministry of Justice.
- Provide all required documents and undergo identity verification and background checks.
- Take an oath of allegiance (if required) and receive your citizenship certificate or repatriation confirmation.
Benefits of Haitian Citizenship
- Right to vote, own property, and participate in civil life
- Live, work, and travel freely in Haiti
- Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 50 countries
- Dual citizenship is now constitutionally protected
Frequently asked questions.
Does Haiti allow dual citizenship?
Yes. Since 2012, Haiti permits dual nationality. You can now be a Haitian citizen even if you hold another passport.
I used to be a Haitian citizen but became naturalized elsewhere. Can I regain my citizenship?
Yes. You can reclaim your Haitian nationality through a process called repatriation. This requires proof of Haitian origin and a declaration to Haitian authorities.
Can I become a Haitian citizen through my parents?
Yes. If either parent is Haitian, you are eligible for citizenship by descent, even if born abroad.
How long must I live in Haiti to apply for naturalization?
You must legally reside in Haiti for at least 5 years to qualify for naturalization, unless applying through marriage or descent.
Do I have to pay taxes in Haiti as a dual citizen?
Haiti taxes individuals based on residency and local income. Dual citizenship alone does not trigger additional tax liability unless you live or earn income in Haiti.