Visa

PASSPORTS

Passports valid for at least 6 months after the departure date from Cuba required by all nationals without diplomatic representation in Cuba.

Note: Persons of Cuban origin who are nationals of other countries must travel with a Cuban passport if they left Cuba after 1970.

VISAS

Required by all except:

a) Those nationals whose countries have signed visa-exemption agreements with Cuba (contact the Consulate for further information);
b) Transit passengers continuing their journey to a third country within 72 hours, provided they hold confirmed onward tickets and USD 50 per day.

Note: Neither visa exemptions nor Tourist Visa Card facilities are applicable to foreign passport holders born in Cuba, unless holding a document proving withdrawal of Cuban citizenship.

Exit permits

Required by those whose stay in Cuba exceeds 90 days.

Types of visa and cost

- Tourist Visa Card: £15.
- All visas are £49.99.

Validity

Tourist visa card: 30 day stay, within 180 days of issue; further 30 day extension available in Cuba. Business: 30 days.

Application to

Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy); see Contact Addresses section. Application forms for tourist visa cards can be obtained from certain tour operators and travel agents.

Application requirements

Tourist Visa Card:

1) One completed application form.
2) Photocopy of valid passport.
3) Proof of travel arrangements and accommodation.
4) Fee (payable in cash or by postal order).
5) For postal applications, a stamped addresses or recorded delivery envelope.

Business Visa:

1) Valid passport.
2) Two completed application forms.
3) Two passport-size photos.
4) Invitation from business contact in Cuba or information on the purpose of the trip.
5) Letter of invitation from Cuban company, organisation or institution.
6) Fee (payable in cash, by postal order or bank counter-cheque).

Working days required

Tourist visa card: One day (seven days for postal applications).
Tourist visa: 48 hours.
Business visa: 48 hours (two weeks for postal applications).

Temporary residence

Enquire at Embassy.