Notice on Dry Ports and the Transshipment of Goods Destined for Haiti

The notice is issued by the Director General's office of the AGD and applies a circular of the Ministry of Economy and Finance dated 30 September 2026. It addresses importers, exporters, customs brokers, carriers and other users of foreign trade. It states that the AGD recognizes no dry port and no transshipment or transit mechanism for goods destined for Haiti. Goods from third countries must be brought directly to Haitian seaports or international airports, presented to the AGD, inspected and charged the legally due duties and taxes. A facility set up in foreign territory and called a dry port, transshipment center or transit platform is not a recognized customs entry point. The notice does not affect cross-border trade in goods produced or made in the Dominican Republic. The AGD, together with the PNH and the FAd'H, is stepping up controls at land entry points, and the notice takes effect on its date of publication.