How to get a Cuba visa from Ghana

• This is the type of visa issued to persons intending to visit Cuba for tourism purposes.
• There are two ways to able to travel to Cuba as a tourist.
• You can either go to the nearest Cuban diplomatic mission for a visa, or you can apply online for a tourist card.
• However, not all countries are eligible for a tourist card so you need to be sure your country is not among the 20 nationalities that do not have access to the tourist card.
• You should also check the embassy’s website to learn exactly what to do.
• Usually, the process starts with you filling an application form.
• If you qualify for a tourist card, the process is simpler and entirely online. You can get your visa in as little as 1 business day.
• The bottom line is that you can get a Cuban tourist visa at a diplomatic mission, but you should first check if you are eligible for a tourist card and apply online. This would definitely make things easier for you.
• The Tourist card allows you a 30-day stay in Cuba (except for Canadians who can spend 90 days inside the country,) and a single entry.

• This is the type of visa issued to Ghanaians traveling to Cuba for business purposes.
• You will need to provide an invitation letter from the Cuban company you will be visiting.
• This letter will also contain their detailed address, accompanied with the date and actual purpose of your trip.
• If the intention is to attend a meeting or seminar, confirmation/invitation from the conference organizer/institution is required.
• If you are employed, you will have to present a certificate from your employer stating or allowing your business travel.
• Proof of sufficient funds to cover the costs of stay (e.g. bank statement for 2 recent months) is required.
• Self-employed people may need to submit proof of business registration.
• You cannot be gainfully employed while you are in the country with this visa.
• It must be made clear whether your trip will be sponsored by the employer or the local company.
• Proof of payment of visa application fee should be submitted.

Cuba uses two official currencies: The CUP (Cuban Peso) and the CUC (Cuban Convertible Peso).

Cuba is located between the Caribbean Sea, the Gulf of Mexico, and the Atlantic Ocean. The Republic of Cuba is the largest island of the Caribbean Sea.

In 2016, Cuba ranked 68th out of 182 countries, with a Human Development Index of 0.775, much higher than its GDP per capita rank (95th).

It's true that crime in Cuba is low, but pickpocketing and petty theft are still common.

Havana is the capital city and leading commercial centre of Cuba.