Cuba Visa Services in Dallas, TX
Planning a trip to Cuba from Dallas or anywhere in the DFW area? Travel from the United States to Cuba is legally complex and subject to specific US government regulations administered by the Office of Foreign Assets Control. US citizens are not permitted to travel to Cuba as tourists under general travel but can travel under one of 12 authorized categories including family visits, educational activities, journalistic activities, professional research, religious activities, and humanitarian projects. AA Passport & Visa in Richardson TX helps Dallas and DFW residents navigate the Cuba travel requirements and obtain the necessary Cuban visa known as a Tourist Card or Tarjeta del Turista. Open 7 days a week. Walk-ins welcome. Call 972-231-1600.
The Cuban assets control regulations of the U.S. Treasury Department require that persons subject to U.S. jurisdiction have a license to engage in any transactions related to travel to, from and within Cuba. Transactions related to tourist and business travel are not licensable. This restriction includes tourist or business travel from or through third countries such as Mexico, Canada, or Caribbean countries. OFAC web site (Office of Cuban Assets Control).Additional information regarding licensing and travel restrictions may be obtained by contacting the Licensing Division, Office of Foreign Assets Control, U.S. Department of Treasury, 1500 Pennsylvania Ave. N.W., Treasury Annex, Washington DC 20220; telephone (202)622-2480; fax (202)622-1657.
Register your trip on-line with the U.S. Embassy in this country. Millions of Americans travel abroad every year and encounter no difficulties. However, U.S. embassies and consulates assist nearly 200,000 Americans each year who are victims of crime, accident, or illness, or whose family and friends need to contact them in an emergency. When an emergency happens, or if natural disaster, terrorism, or civil unrest strikes during your foreign travel, the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate can be your source of assistance and information. By registering your trip, you help the embassy or consulate locate you when you might need them the most. Registration is voluntary and costs nothing, but it should be a big part of your travel planning and security.
For further questions, call us at 972-231-1600 or email at info@aapassports.com
Frequently Asked Questions
Can US citizens travel to Cuba legally from Dallas TX?
Yes but with restrictions. US citizens can travel to Cuba legally under one of 12 authorized categories established by the US Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control. General tourism is not permitted. Authorized categories include family visits, educational activities, journalistic activities, professional research and meetings, religious activities, public performances, humanitarian projects, and support for the Cuban people. You must qualify for one of these categories and keep records of your activities. AA Passport & Visa helps Dallas residents understand and navigate the Cuba travel regulations. Call 972-231-1600.
What is the Cuba Tourist Card and do US citizens need one?
Yes. All visitors to Cuba including US citizens traveling under authorized categories need a Cuban Tourist Card also known as a Tarjeta del Turista. US citizens flying directly from the US to Cuba need a pink Tourist Card. US citizens flying to Cuba via a third country such as Mexico, Canada, or the Caribbean need a green Tourist Card. The Tourist Card is obtained through the airline or a Cuban visa service before travel. AA Passport & Visa in Richardson TX helps Dallas residents obtain the correct Cuba Tourist Card. Call 972-231-1600.
What documents do US citizens need to travel to Cuba?
You need a valid US passport with at least 6 months validity, the correct Cuba Tourist Card pink for direct US flights or green for third-country routing, travel insurance that is valid in Cuba which is a legal requirement for entry, proof that your travel falls under one of the 12 authorized OFAC categories, and sufficient funds for your stay. Cuba does not accept US credit or debit cards so you must bring enough cash in euros or Canadian dollars. AA Passport & Visa helps with Tourist Card procurement and travel document preparation. Call 972-231-1600.
Can US citizens fly directly from Dallas to Cuba?
Yes. Since 2016 US airlines operate direct flights from several US cities to Cuba including from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. American Airlines operates regular flights from DFW to Havana Jose Marti International Airport. You must still qualify under one of the 12 OFAC authorized categories and obtain the correct pink Cuba Tourist Card for direct US flights. AA Passport & Visa helps Dallas residents with all Cuba travel documentation before departure. Call 972-231-1600.
How much does a Cuba Tourist Card cost in Texas?
The Cuba Tourist Card fee varies depending on where you purchase it. When purchased directly from the airline it typically costs $50 to $85 for US citizens. When purchased through a visa service the price may differ. AA Passport & Visa charges a service fee for Tourist Card procurement and Cuba travel document assistance. Call 972-231-1600 before visiting and we will give you the current cost breakdown and advise on which type of Tourist Card you need for your specific Cuba travel route.
