Cuba•North AmericaA-4 — Transfer Visa (Visa de Trasbordo)
At a Glance
5–10 days
USD $125
7 days
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Not specified
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
Overview
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.
The Visa de Trasbordo is designed for travelers who need to leave the airport during a layover in Cuba for a duration exceeding 72 hours. It is a strictly short-term visa requiring proof of onward travel and accommodation. Applicants must coordinate directly with their local Cuban consulate as requirements and fees are not globally standardized.
Cost Breakdown
Stay & Extensions
| Initial grant | 7 days |
Requirements
PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS
Valid passport (6+ months validity)
Confirmed onward flight ticket
Proof of accommodation
Travel health insurance
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Valid passport (6+ months validity)
Confirmed onward flight ticket
Proof of accommodation
Travel health insurance
Advantages & Considerations
Key Benefits
- Allows exit from airport for short-term transit
Worth Knowing
- Fees are not standardized and vary by location
- Requires direct interaction with a consulate
- Lack of confirmed onward travel
- Invalid passport
Application Process
Contact the specific Cuban consulate in your jurisdiction
Submit application and required documentation
Pay consular fee as directed by the consulate
Related visas
More visas in Cuba
Transit visas in other countries
- Direct Airside Transit visa
United Kingdom
- Airport Transit Visa (Type A)
Netherlands
- Residencia Transitoria
El Salvador
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