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A-7 — Business or Service Visa (Visa de Negocios o Servicio)
VisasCubaA-7 — Business or Service Visa (Visa de Negocios o Servicio)
CubaCuba•North America
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A-7 — Business or Service Visa (Visa de Negocios o Servicio)

Work

At a Glance

Processing Time

28-42 days

Application Fee

125 USD

Stay Duration

3 months

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Not Specified

PR Pathway

No

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

For foreign nationals traveling to Cuba to conduct business, attend meetings, or perform professional services.

The Visa de Negocios o Servicio is intended for individuals conducting professional business in Cuba. It requires a formal invitation from a Cuban sponsor and approval from local authorities. The process is complex and requires significant lead time for coordination between the sponsor and the consulate.

Fee Breakdown

Consular/e-Visa Fee
25 USD
Maximum Estimated Fee
100 USD

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant3 months

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Valid passport (6+ months validity)

Official letter of invitation from a Cuban company or institution

Documentation confirming the purpose of the trip

Proof of financial solvency

Completed visa application form

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport (6+ months validity)

Official letter of invitation from a Cuban company or institution

Documentation confirming the purpose of the trip (contracts, agendas)

Proof of financial solvency

Completed visa application form

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Allows for professional engagement and business meetings

Worth Knowing

  • Requires sponsorship from a Cuban entity
  • Long processing time (4-6 weeks)
  • Lack of Cuban sponsor
  • Inability to prove financial solvency

Application Process

1

Obtain official invitation from a Cuban entity

2

Entity initiates process with Cuban commercial office/consulate

3

Applicant submits documents and pays fee upon approval notification

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