Apply for Cuba visas at consular.cu; fees, wait times and eligibility not yet listed

Cuba has launched an official online platform for visa applications, allowing travellers to apply directly through the country's renewed consular portal. The system is intended to simplify the visa process and offers expanded options and new services, Cuba announced on 8 November 2026.

Key facts

• Applications are handled through the official portal at www.consular.cu.
• Travellers can apply directly themselves, without going through an intermediary.
• Visa categories available online: Tourism, Family and Business Exploration.
• The renewed portal includes expanded options and new services.
• No fees, processing times or eligibility rules were given in the announcement.

What is changing?

Cuba has opened an online platform designed to streamline its visa application process. The renewed portal adds options and services that were not previously described as being available online, and individuals can now submit applications themselves.

Which visas can I apply for online?

According to the announcement, applications can be made directly for Tourism, Family and Business Exploration visas. No other visa categories were mentioned.

What the announcement does not say

The notice does not state which nationalities are eligible, what the visas cost, how long they take to process, how long they remain valid, or which supporting documents applicants must upload. It also does not say whether applications can still be submitted through Cuban consulates or whether online submission is now the only route.

What this means for travellers

Travellers planning a trip to Cuba can now start a visa application online at consular.cu. Because the announcement covers no fees, documents or timelines, applicants should confirm the details that apply to their own nationality and trip purpose on the portal before making travel arrangements.

No further updates, additional services or visa categories have been announced.