Includes typical use of agents and distributors and how to find a good partner, e.g., whether use of an agent or distributor is legally required.

Many foreign firms conduct business in Haiti through local agents and distributors. Under Haitian law, two parties are free to negotiate a contractual agreement and do not require the government of Haiti’s supervision or approval. Agents are usually compensated on a commission basis. The U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince is available to assist U.S. exporters to find agents and distributors through the U.S. Department of Commerce International Partner Search (IPS) program. Other fee based services include company profile reports, the Gold Key Service, single company promotions, and contact lists.
 

Prepared by our U.S. Embassies abroad. With its network of 108 offices across the United States and in more than 75 countries, the U.S. Commercial Service of the U.S. Department of Commerce utilizes its global presence and international marketing expertise to help U.S. companies sell their products and services worldwide. Locate the U.S. Commercial Service trade specialist in the U.S. nearest you by visiting http://export.gov/usoffices.