The Cuban Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MINREX) is mobilizing to guarantee the safe return of Cubans stranded in Haiti due to the current crisis.
What is happening in Haiti and why does it affect Cubans?
The recent wave of violence in Haiti has left nearly 250 Cubans stranded and fearful of growing instability. They were in the country for “shopping tourism,” a popular activity among island residents due to proximity and ease of access.
The unrest, which began on Thursday, February 29, has led to the suspension of flights and the closure of borders, exacerbating the situation. The Cubans are trapped in Port-au-Prince, the Haitian capital, where the violence has been particularly intense.
According to a statement from the Haitian airline Sunrise Airways, the only one that offers direct flights between Cuba and Haiti, these Cubans are trapped in Port-au-Prince, the Haitian capital, due to the takeover of part of the city by gangs.
What has the Cuban Ministry of Foreign Affairs said?
Faced with this worrying situation, the Cuban Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MINREX) has taken measures to guarantee the safe return of its compatriots.
Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez has assured on social networks that the Cuban Embassy in Haiti is attending to the current situation of Cubans residing and transiting in Haiti.
Consular officials maintain close contact with the Association of Cubans in that country and are taking steps for their safe return. he claimed.
For more information, family members or interested parties can contact the following emails: [email protected] y [email protected]
TRAVEL TO HAITI FROM CUBA: VISAS
The Haitian Embassy in Cuba is in charge of processing tourist visa applications for interested Cubans.
The requirements for a tourist visa for Haiti include having the endorsement of a person resident in that country and presenting a bank document that certifies the availability of funds necessary for the trip and stay.
In this articlewe explain how to obtain a tourist visa for Haiti from Cuba.
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