Cuba in Norway

Oct

17

2023

Cuban Ambassador takes part in a meeting of GRULAC with the Director for Latin America and the Caribbean of the Norwegian Foreign Ministry

Oslo, October 17, 2023. The Ambassador, Maité Rivero Torres, took part in a meeting of the Latin American and Caribbean Group (GRULAC) with Anne Heidi Kvalsøren and Eugenia Millaray Tapia, director and deputy director, respectively, of the Section for Latin America and the Caribbean of the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs .

In a cordial atmosphere, the state of Norway's relations with the region and the existing potential for its expansion and development were extensively addressed.

Oct

14

2023

A just and lasting peace in the Middle East is an urgent need

Declaration of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cuba reiterates its deep concern about the escalation of violence between Israel and Palestine, which is a consequence of decades of Israeli illegal occupation and colonization practices, in flagrant violation of the inalienable rights of the Palestinian people in its own territory, as well as the long-lasting disregard of the Purposes and Principles of the United Nations Charter and International Law, including numerous relevant UN resolutions.

Oct

10

2023

Cuba elected to the UN Human Rights Council

Havana, October 10, 2023.- Cuba was elected, for the sixth time, to the Human Rights Council, in recognition of the prestige achieved by the country in the work of the Council.

With the secret, direct and individual vote of 146 Member States of the United Nations General Assembly, Cuba was the country scoring the highest number of votes in the region, which ratifies the recognition of the international community to the significant progress made by the country in the enjoyment of all human rights for all people is ratified.

Oct

07

2023

The Republic of Cuba expresses serious concern about the escalation of violence between Israel and Palestine

Statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cuba

The Republic of Cuba expresses serious concern about the escalation of violence between Israel and Palestine, which is a consequence of 75 years of permanent violation of the inalienable rights of the Palestinian people and Israel's aggressive and expansionist policy.

Oct

06

2023

Haiti needs more and better international assistance and cooperation

Statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Haiti suffers from a serious humanitarian and security situation, which exacerbates social instability and poverty caused by centuries of colonial and neocolonial plunder, underdevelopment and foreign intervention.

The United Nations Security Council approved a resolution authorizing the deployment of a Multinational Security Support Mission in Haiti, whose troops will be able to use force in their field of action.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION.

The Electronic Visa System will allow us to offer a more efficient service, facilitating and streamlining the visa application process. If you wish to travel to Cuba for tourism purposes, please note the following steps:

1. All consular fees must be paid to our Bank Account No. 7058.05.79556 DNB prior to requesting the corresponding service. Cash payments are NOT accepted.

2. Make the payment 72 hours in advance of the service.

3. The Consulate will only issue visas/appointments for services once the Bank has confirmed the transfer.

4. In bank transfers, it is essential to include the traveler's name, even if the payment is made by someone else. The payment receipt attached to the application must clearly show when one person is paying on behalf of another. Example: Fee for PERSON 1 (NAME), paid by PERSON 2 (NAME). Scan the payment receipt with the application; do not use PDFs. The digital tourist visa has a consular fee of 414.00 Norwegian Kroner (NOK), wich must be transferred to account number 7058.05.79556.

5. To obtain tourist visas, please visit: https://evisacuba.cu/en/inicio

6. Visas will be issued to the email address provided by the applicant, in the form of an alphanumeric code, upon approval of the application. This code will be activated when the user accesses the platform: https://dviajeros.mitrans.gob.cu/inicio

7. Each applicant for an electronic visa is responsible for possessing a valid passport with a minimum validity of six months and ensuring their personal information is accurate. The Consulate is not responsible for errors made in such cases, nor can it make any necessary corrections.

8. No more than 7 days prior to the flight to Cuba, the traveler must complete the form available at this link: https://dviajeros.mitrans.gob.cu/inicio. After completing the form, the traveler will receive a QR code, which must be presented in digital or printed format to the airline representative at the departure airport and also to Cuban authorities upon arrival. This is mandatory.

9. Once the fees for consular services have been deposited into the Embassy's bank account, you have a maximum of 6 months to contact or appear in person at the Consular Office by appointment to receive the service and/or request a refund of any remaining balance.

10. For other visas or other types of procedures, the application form must be completed in full.

In bank transfers, it is essential to indicate the name of the person for whom the service is being requested, even if the payment is made by someone else. The receipt sent to the Consulate must clearly state when one person is paying on behalf of another. Example: Fee for PERSON 1 (NAME), paid by PERSON 2 (NAME).

For further inquiries regarding consular services, fees, and other questions, please contact us at: consulado@no.embacuba.cu, or by phone at 23083263. Office hours: Monday to Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

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