But at least they're talking about that now. It's a step forward," she says, after submitting her own application for an exit permit. At the Communist Party Congress last April, Cuba announced hundreds of once unimaginable social and economic reforms intended to safeguard the socialist system.
Private business opportunities were expanded, people were allowed to buy houses and cars, and free travel was established as a principle. In August, President Raul Castro confirmed that Cuba's migration policy would be altered - recognition, he said, that some regulations once justified in defence of the revolution had "persisted unnecessarily".
Cuba says it closed its borders soon after the revolution as a matter of national security: the US, just 90 miles away, was the base for fierce opposition to the Castro regime. The government was also battling a brain-drain, accusing the US of poaching its best-trained citizens to undermine the revolution.
Even today, any Cuban who reaches the US is entitled to residency after one year. The announcement of change was widely anticipated at the last session of parliament in December. Instead, Raul Castro spoke of a "complex issue" and said change would come "gradually".
So all eyes are now on the next National Assembly on Monday, where there is a cautious hope that progress will be made. Security Status Last Updated: 15 March Latest Travel Alert Covid is still a threat, but with continued public health measures, vaccination and testing, it will be possible to travel internationally.
Other airports in Cuba are open to international charter and commercial flights. Travel to Ireland Up to date information on travelling to Ireland can be found on gov. Thu, 21 Oct BST. Check no one has followed you after conducting your business.
Avoid dark and unlit streets and stairways, and arrange to be picked up or dropped off as close to your hotel or apartment entrance as possible. Petty theft Theft from luggage during baggage handling at airports can occur both on arrival and departure. Serious crime Car-related crime and muggings can occur from time to time in areas including Havana, Santiago and other areas less frequented by tourists. Lost or stolen passports If your passport is lost or stolen, getting a replacement can take up to two weeks so keep your travel documents secure at all times.
Driving Many vehicles, including public transport, suffer from lack of maintenance and roads are poorly lit and sign-posted. Hurricanes The hurricane season in Cuba extends from June to the end of November. Wed, 07 Aug BST. Local Laws and Customs Local laws and customs Remember, the local laws apply to you as a visitor and it is your responsibility to follow them.
Illegal drugs Cuba is increasingly used as a transit country for drugs destined for Europe. Thu, 05 May BST. Additional Information Additional information Note that it can often be difficult to access basic supplies toiletries, medicines, household goods, snacks in Cuba. You can also check with them how long your passport must be valid for Health Check with your doctor well in advance of travelling to see if you need any vaccinations for Cuba.
Malaria Malaria and dengue fever are endemic in low-lying rural areas of Cuba and outbreaks can occur throughout the year. Dengue fever Recently there have been reports of an increase in dengue fever in some areas of Cuba, including Havana.
A H1N1 Virus Swine Flu Cuban authorities responded to the swine flu outbreak with stronger screening measures at all ports of entry. If you do not receive confirmation from your bank, then you should bring euro in cash. You should only change money in Cadeca exchange houses, large hotels or banks.
Always exercise caution, check transactions carefully and ask for small denomination bills. Credit cards and travellers' cheques drawn on American banks are not accepted in Cuba. Embassy Contact The Embassy operates an out of hours service for Irish citizens requiring emergency assistance on weekends and public holidays. The measure also extends to 24 months the amount of time Cubans can remain abroad, and they can request an extension when that runs out.
Currently, Cubans lose residency and other rights including social security and free health care and education after 11 months. More than 1 million people of Cuban origin live in the United States, and thousands more are in Europe. Your go-to source for all the best Black Friday deals: tech, toys, fashion, mattresses, beauty, wellness, travel and more.
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Manage Print Subscription. In addition to exit permits for travel, there are two types of permits for Cuban citizens residing abroad who want to conserve their residency rights and property in Cuba: the foreign residence permit permiso de residencia en el exterior, PRE and the indefinite exit permit permiso de salida indefinida , PSI. The PRE gives the holder the right to return to Cuba for a period of three months without advance authorization, while a PSI holder must apply for an entry permit before travelling to Cuba.
PRE holders can extend their visits to Cuba to up to 12 months by renewing their permission to stay every three months with the DIE. Outside Cuba, the PRE is updated every two years when the holder renews their passport or applies for a new passport from the Cuban consular office.
In correspondence sent to the Research Directorate on 14 April , the Representative of the Canadian Embassy explained that there is a series of documents that regulate the lives and behaviours of Cuban citizens. According to the Representative from the embassy, "any behaviour that is not listed here is considered 'against' these regulations or is considered engaging in acts against the government" ibid.
The Representative gave the example that a peaceful demonstration would be considered "illegal" and a violation of the moral and social norms of Cuba ibid. According to Human Rights Watch, unauthorized travel can result in criminal prosecution A report on human rights published in by the United Kingdom UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office indicates that Cuban citizens staying outside the country for longer than authorized under their exit permit "risk being denied re-entry to their own country and are rendered effectively stateless" UK Mar.
Human rights observers report that Cuban authorities use selective refusal to issue visas and exit permits as punitive and coercive measures Human Rights Watch Nov. However, the report published by the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office indicates that, in , a small number of dissidents were allowed to leave the country, including a former neurosurgeon and regime opponent who was forced to wait 15 years UK Mar.
Country Reports indicates that "medical personnel, men of military age, and citizens with certain political beliefs," as well as relatives of individuals who emigrated illegally are routinely denied exit permits US 11 Mar.
Country Reports also indicates that, according to unpublicized government policy, health professionals are denied exit permits "until they have performed, on average, six to eight years of service in their profession after requesting permission to travel abroad," while nurses and medical technicians are forced to wait an average of two to three years ibid. However, according to AI , the situation has not changed since , particularly for dissidents AI 13 Oct. This Response was prepared after researching publicly accessible information currently available to the Research Directorate within time constraints.
This Response is not, and does not purport to be, conclusive as to the merit of any particular claim for refugee protection. Please find below the list of sources consulted in researching this Information Request.
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