Haiti News Update
US Embassy Issues Security Alert: The United States Embassy in Port-au-Prince cautioned US citizens on November 7, 2026, about ongoing security operations near the Embassy in Tabarre. The Embassy reported heavy gunfire in the area and advised residents to avoid the sector.
23 Presidential Candidates Registered: A total of 23 candidates have officially registered to run for president in the upcoming elections. The candidates include Marc Arthur Drouillard, Walsonn Sanon, Claude Joseph, and Joseph Michel Martelly, among others. A complete list of all registered candidates can be found here.
Fire at French Embassy: A fire occurred in a technical room at the French Embassy in Haiti during the night of November 7, 2026. Authorities managed to extinguish the fire quickly, and no injuries were reported. The Embassy expressed gratitude towards the firefighters and those who offered support.
Resignation of Government Commissioner: Me Jean Ernest Muscadin, known as “the gang hunter,” has resigned from his position as acting Government Commissioner at the Public Prosecutor’s Office in Miragoâne, according to a letter dated November 6, 2026, from Minister of Justice Patrick Pélissier. Muscadin is also a presidential candidate representing the Fòs Chanjman Nasyonal party and resigned as required to continue his candidacy application process.
End of Election Registration: The Provisional Electoral Council (CEP) reminded political parties and independent candidates that the registration period for their members and supporters will close on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at midnight, in accordance with the electoral schedule.
Tax Filing Update: The General Directorate of Taxes (DGI) stated that the period for income taxpayers to file their final returns runs from October 1, 2026, to January 31, 2027. The DGI reiterated that the previous income tax scale will remain in effect for income earned during the 2025-2026 fiscal year.
