Tourist Visa to Dominican Republic from Cuba: Basic Requirements and Regulations (Reference Guide)
Reference information. Requirements and costs may change according to the Consulate/Embassy of the Dominican Republic in Cuba and your particular case. At Billetaxo we always validate the most recent information before starting your process, to avoid rejections due to documents out of format or outdated.
1) What the Consulate Usually Requests (TS/TM)
According to the official page of the General Consulate of DR in Havana, for Simple Tourism Visa (TS) or Multiple Tourism (TM) they usually request: Dominican Embassy in Cuba
📄 Original passport with minimum validity of 6 months. Dominican Embassy in Cuba
📷 1 photograph size 4×5 cm, front-facing and white background. Dominican Embassy in Cuba
📝 Visa application form, completed (available at the consulate and also on the services portal). Dominican Embassy in Cuba
✉️ Visa application letter (not notarized) explaining: applicant data, residence, occupation/activity, financial means, and purpose of travel. Dominican Embassy in Cuba
Practical note: some official portals also mention 2×2 inch photo; therefore, we recommend confirming the exact format with the Consulate in Havana before printing the photo. Dominican Embassy in Cuba
2) Proof of Travel and Accommodation (Reservations or Invitation)
The Consulate in Havana usually requests: Dominican Embassy in Cuba
✈️ Round-trip flight reservation updated to the travel date. Dominican Embassy in Cuba
🏨 Hotel reservation or ✉️ Invitation letter with address and data of the person who will host in DR. Dominican Embassy in Cuba
If You Are Hosted by a "Guarantor" in DR
In that case, a Guarantee Letter (from the guarantor in DR) notarized and legalized at the Attorney General's Office of the Republic, with a specific clause of responsibility and return, is required. Dominican Embassy in Cuba
👉 This is where most people fail: letters without legalization, without clause, or with incomplete data.
3) Economic Solvency (According to Case)
The Consulate lists as examples of solvency documents: Dominican Embassy in Cuba
💳 Bank letters/certificates (savings/checking account or certificates).
🧾 Employment certification (start date, position, salary).
🏠 Property titles (house/business/farm/land) or 🚗 vehicle registration (if applicable).
They also usually request history of Dominican or other visas (valid or expired), if you have them. Dominican Embassy in Cuba
4) Minors
When it comes to a minor and the applicant is not the father or mother, authorization from parents or guardian is required. Dominican Embassy in Cuba
5) Costs and Consular Fees (Important)
Official fees published by MIREX indicate: MIREX
Simple Tourism Visa (TS): US$100 MIREX
Multiple Tourism Visa (TM): US$150 MIREX
📌 This payment is made directly to the Consulate/consular authority. It is not included in our advisory service.
In practice, the final amount may vary due to payment method, conversion, legalizations, copies, shipping, and other external expenses. That's why we verify the exact scenario with you before starting.
6) Response Time (Reference)
The Consulate in Havana indicates an estimated time of 5 to 10 business days (may vary by volume of applications and cases). Dominican Embassy in Cuba
7) How We Help You at Billetaxo (Advisory/Consulting)
Our service does NOT "sell visas" (that depends exclusively on the Consulate). What we do is reduce errors and increase order:
✅ Complete review of requirements according to your profile (TS or TM).
✅ Template and correction of your application letter (in the format the Consulate usually accepts). Dominican Embassy in Cuba
✅ Guidance to prepare temporary reservations that work as evidence (flight/hotel) according to consular practice. Dominican Embassy in Cuba
✅ Guide for invitation letter or guarantee letter with correct clause (if applicable). Dominican Embassy in Cuba
✅ Final checklist to go to interview/deposit without surprises.
Mini-Template (Reference) of Application Letter (Not Notarized)
Gentlemen: General Consulate of the Dominican Republic in Havana
Subject: Tourist Visa Application (TS/TM)
I, [Full name], nationality [ ], resident at [address], passport [number], request a tourist visa to travel to the Dominican Republic approximately from [date] to [date] for the purpose of [tourism/family visit].
Currently I work as [occupation] and have financial means to cover my trip (evidence attached).
I commit to respect the time authorized by the General Directorate of Migration and return to my country upon completion of the visit.
Signature: ___________
Phone/Email: ________
Date: ________
(The "not notarized" letter is expressly mentioned by the Consulate).
