Haiti

Republic of Haiti

Region

Americas • Caribbean

Capital

Port-au-Prince

The flag of Haiti is composed of two equal horizontal bands of blue and red. A white square bearing the national coat of arms is superimposed at the center of the field.

The flag of Haiti is composed of two equal horizontal bands of blue and red. A white square bearing the national coat of arms is superimposed at the center of the field.

Population
11,402,533
Area
27,750 km²
Time Zone
UTC-05:00
Top-Level Domain
.ht

About Haiti

Haiti is a country located in Americas, specifically in the Caribbean region. Its capital city is Port-au-Prince. With a population of 11,402,533, it ranks among the moderately populated countries in terms of population.

The country covers a total area of 27,750 km², making it a relatively small country in terms of land area. With a population density of 410.90 people per square kilometer, it is densely populated.

The official languages of Haiti include French and Haitian Creole.

The currency used in Haiti is the Haitian gourde (G), .

Haiti is a member of the United Nations.

In Haiti, vehicles drive on the right side of the road.

The country operates in the UTC-05:00 time zone.

Haiti shares its borders with 1 country: Dominican Republic, .

Coat of Arms

Coat of Arms of Haiti

Quick Facts

  • Capital: Port-au-Prince
  • Continent: North America
  • Native Name: Haïti
  • Demonym: Haitian
  • Top Level Domain: .ht
  • Calling Code: +509
  • Independence: Independent country
  • Start of Week: Monday

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