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·16 visa pathways

Visa Pathways to Cuba

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A-1 — Diplomatic Visa (Visa Diplomática)
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A-1 — Diplomatic Visa (Visa Diplomática)

Visa issued to holders of diplomatic passports and accredited foreign government officials for official duties, with duration and terms determined by bilateral agreements.

ValidityDuration of assignment
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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A-2 — Family Visit Visa (Visa Personal A-2)
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A-2 — Family Visit Visa (Visa Personal A-2)

Visa for foreign nationals with direct family members residing in Cuba, valid for 30 days and extendable up to 90 days, requiring authorization from the Immigration Directorate.

Validity1 to 3 months
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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A-3 — Transit Visa (Visa de Tránsito)
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A-3 — Transit Visa (Visa de Tránsito)

Required for international travelers transiting through Cuba who will remain in the country for more than 72 hours or need to leave the airport during layover.

Validity3 days
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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A-4 — Transfer Visa (Visa de Trasbordo)
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A-4 — Transfer Visa (Visa de Trasbordo)

This visa is intended for travelers transiting through Cuba who intend to leave the airport and stay in the country for more than 72 hours but less than 7 days.

Validity7 days
Processing5-10 days
Cost25 USD
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A-5 — Crew Member Visa (Visa de Tripulantes)
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A-5 — Crew Member Visa (Visa de Tripulantes)

Issued to crew members of aircraft, vessels, or other transport means making a stopover in Cuba.

ValidityDetermined by stopover
ProcessingVaries
Cost25 USD
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A-6 — Tourist e-Visa (Visa Electrónica de Turismo)
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A-6 — Tourist e-Visa (Visa Electrónica de Turismo)

Electronic visa for tourism and leisure travel, replacing the former paper tourist card as of July 2025, valid for 90 days and extendable once for an additional 90 days.

Validity3 to 6 months
Processing1-3 days
Cost50 USD
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A-7 — Business or Service Visa (Visa de Negocios o Servicio)
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A-7 — Business or Service Visa (Visa de Negocios o Servicio)

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

Validity3 months
Processing28-42 days
Cost25 USD
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D-1 — Technical and Scientific Worker Visa (Residente Temporal D-1)
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D-1 — Technical and Scientific Worker Visa (Residente Temporal D-1)

Temporary residence visa for foreigners with specialized technical, scientific, or professional qualifications contracted by Cuban government entities or under collaboration agreements.

Validity1 year
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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D-2 — Journalist Visa (Residente Temporal D-6)
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D-2 — Journalist Visa (Residente Temporal D-6)

Temporary residence visa for foreign press correspondents, media representatives, and journalists from international news organizations authorized to perform journalistic duties in Cuba.

ValidityVaries by project
Processing3+ weeks
CostFree
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D-3 — Artist Visa (Residente Temporal D-3)
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D-3 — Artist Visa (Residente Temporal D-3)

Temporary residence visa for foreign artists authorized by the Ministry of Culture and UNEAC to exercise artistic expression and participate in cultural activities in Cuba.

Validity1 year
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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D-4 — Athlete Visa (Residente Temporal D-4)
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D-4 — Athlete Visa (Residente Temporal D-4)

Temporary residence visa for sports professionals, team auxiliaries, and members of athletic delegations entering Cuba for sporting purposes and competitions.

Validity1 year
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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D-5 — Religious Worker Visa (Residente Temporal D-8)
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D-5 — Religious Worker Visa (Residente Temporal D-8)

Temporary residence visa for clergy and religious representatives authorized by the Office of Religious Affairs to practice their faith and conduct religious activities during their approved stay.

ValidityVaries
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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D-6 — Medical Treatment Visa (Residente Temporal D-10)
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D-6 — Medical Treatment Visa (Residente Temporal D-10)

Temporary residence visa for foreigners seeking medical treatment at Cuban health institutions, arranged through the Ministry of Public Health for specialized procedures and care.

ValidityDuration of treatment
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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D-7 — Commercial Representative Visa (Residente Temporal D-7)
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D-7 — Commercial Representative Visa (Residente Temporal D-7)

Temporary residence visa for foreigners engaging in commercial or business activities in Cuba with explicit government authorization and an invitation letter from a Cuban company or institution.

ValidityVaries by contract
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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E-1 / E-2 — Permanent Residence (Residencia Permanente)
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E-1 / E-2 — Permanent Residence (Residencia Permanente)

ValidityPermanent
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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E-1 — Family Reunification Visa (Residente Permanente E-1)
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E-1 — Family Reunification Visa (Residente Permanente E-1)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Permanent residence visa allowing close relatives of Cuban citizens — including spouses, parents, and dependent children — to reside permanently in Cuba through family sponsorship.

ValidityPermanent
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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