Cuba
All Visa Pathways(16 visas)
CubaA-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.
CubaA-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.
CubaA-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.
CubaA-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.
CubaA-5 — Crew Member Visa (Visa de Tripulantes)
Issued to crew members of aircraft, vessels, or other transport means making a stopover in Cuba.
CubaA-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.
CubaA-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.
CubaD-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.
CubaD-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.
CubaD-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.
CubaD-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.
CubaD-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.
CubaD-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.
CubaD-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.
CubaE-1 / E-2 — Permanent Residence (Residencia Permanente)
Permanent residence status for foreign nationals demonstrating five years of continuous legal residence in Cuba, reduced to two years for those married to a Cuban citizen.
CubaE-1 — Family Reunification Visa (Residente Permanente E-1)
Permanent residence visa allowing close relatives of Cuban citizens — including spouses, parents, and dependent children — to reside permanently in Cuba through family sponsorship.