What do I need to know before retiring in Haiti?

When we asked people what advice they would give someone preparing to move to Haiti, they said...

"Before retiring in Haiti, expats should be aware of the country's political and economic situation. It is important to research the cost of living and the availability of healthcare and other services. Expats should also be aware of the cultural differences between Haiti and their home country, and be prepared to adjust to a new way of life. Additionally, expats should be aware of the potential for natural disasters, such as hurricanes and earthquakes, and take steps to ensure their safety. Finally, expats should be aware of the language barrier and consider taking language classes to help them better integrate into the local community," remarked another expat who made the move to Haiti.

"Haiti is very poor. Unless you have verified commitment here....life is rough and not currently a place to excel unless you are invloved with third/fourth world development, and have verified commitment of employment. Haiti can be a very good place to begin new international business. If you are a foreign company willing to establish new business in Haiti, there are many great incentives, tax breaks, etc. that attempt to promote foriegn investments. The business climate can be cumbersome to navigate, but there are very attractive terms and incentives for those that can prevail," explained one expat living in Petion-ville, Haiti.

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What do I need to know before retiring in Haiti?

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