The Haitian Customs Collective (CDH) has issued a formal condemnation of the General Customs Administration’s management practices, alleging systematic corruption in the recruitment process for new agents. The organization expressed profound concern over what it describes as opaque hiring procedures that favor personal connections over merit-based selection.
According to the CDH’s investigation, the legitimate recruitment process for 80 customs surveillance agents has been effectively sidelined. This process, which involved competitive examinations administered to 3,232 candidates on August 24, 2025, was initially scheduled to conclude with new agents joining the administration by October. However, the CDH claims that Director Gérald Remplais has instead overseen the appointment of 210 agents based on personal connections rather than examination performance.
The collective’s statement reveals that since November, internal investigations have uncovered evidence of favoritism and irregular practices within the institution. These findings suggest a management approach that allegedly prioritizes personal relationships over professional qualifications, potentially undermining both institutional integrity and operational effectiveness.
The CDH has called upon relevant state authorities, oversight bodies, and international customs partners to intervene urgently. The organization emphasizes that ethical governance and professional standards are essential for maintaining public trust and ensuring the proper functioning of Haiti’s customs services. The collective reaffirmed its commitment to advocating for transparency, merit-based appointments, and the protection of agents’ rights within the customs administration.