fstuff1 Posted May 10, 2018 #1 Share Posted May 10, 2018 i saw a 4day cruise to Cuba next week with no solo supplement. then read i need a $75 visa, even if i dont exit the ship. How long does it take to get a Visa? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deb and Jack Posted May 10, 2018 #2 Share Posted May 10, 2018 You can get the visa through NCL and it will be available at check in. No wait. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdvmd Posted May 10, 2018 #3 Share Posted May 10, 2018 Call NCL and they will add take care of it for you for $75. Will be ready at check in. Think they have to have at least three days notice if I am not mistaken. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruiser_1977 Posted May 10, 2018 #4 Share Posted May 10, 2018 The OFAC form has nothing to do with the visa. Different governments. Thank you. I simply wanted to make sure that the OP knew the process. I am aware that the visa is issued by Cuba and the OFAC paperwork is for the US government. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruiser_1977 Posted May 11, 2018 #5 Share Posted May 11, 2018 To travel to Cuba you need to fill out the OFAC form. It basically tells the US government why you were there. They will send you, the cruise line, alink to the form to be completed. They will also provide very detailed instructions on how to complete the form. The visa is a separate document that allows you to enter Cuba. It is provided by the Cuban government. Our $75 fee was included in the cost of our cruise. You may want to call NCL directly to make sure that it’s included in your fare. If not, you just pay it separately. NCL takes care of all the paperwork. You also need a valid US passport book that is valid for six months after your cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pizzalady1 Posted May 11, 2018 #6 Share Posted May 11, 2018 Here is information about travel requirements to Cuba https://www.ncl.com/search?Ntt=ofac. You need a reservation number to complete the OFAC form on line (no later than 3 days before sailing). This is what RCL's version looks like https://www.royalcaribbean.com/content/dam/royal/content/faq/cuba-guest-travel-certification.pdf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
txagfan Posted May 11, 2018 #7 Share Posted May 11, 2018 What cruise isn’t charging a supplement, they all seem to be charging 200%. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fstuff1 Posted May 11, 2018 Author #8 Share Posted May 11, 2018 What cruise isn’t charging a supplement, they all seem to be charging 200%. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk next week's to cuba but the solo sale is over. i waited too long :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fstuff1 Posted May 12, 2018 Author #9 Share Posted May 12, 2018 (edited) even with 0% supplement, the 4 day to keywest/cuba on the Sun is $600. $125/day :( the sky to gsc/cuba is a much better value at $340 (assuming 0% supplement). $85/day Edited May 12, 2018 by fstuff1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drvmywifecrzy Posted May 13, 2018 #10 Share Posted May 13, 2018 Call CAS cause I got my cruise on the Sky comped Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
txagfan Posted May 15, 2018 #11 Share Posted May 15, 2018 Call CAS cause I got my cruise on the Sky comped Sent from my iPhone using Forums How much do you play and do you literally just call? I gamble more than I should when onboard and have never really pursued this. I don’t get a lot of points, but my actual/hypothetical losses which is other thing they base comps on is pretty high. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Travelenfool Posted May 15, 2018 #12 Share Posted May 15, 2018 (edited) Do we need to purchase the visa ahead of time or can it be purchased at check in? Sent from my iPhone using Forums Edited May 15, 2018 by Travelenfool Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fstuff1 Posted May 15, 2018 Author #13 Share Posted May 15, 2018 How much do you play and do you literally just call? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk yes call CAS and just ask. the worse they can say is you dont qualify for anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAHMto5 Posted May 15, 2018 #14 Share Posted May 15, 2018 Do we need to purchase the visa ahead of time or can it be purchased at check in? Sent from my iPhone using Forums I believe it has to be purchased ahead of time, as I was told that the form needs to be electronically sent through their website at least 3 days before sailing. We just added the Visas on our cruise ($75.00) price and they said they would be waiting for us at check-in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiseGal999 Posted May 15, 2018 #15 Share Posted May 15, 2018 i saw a 4day cruise to Cuba next week with no solo supplement.then read i need a $75 visa, even if i dont exit the ship. How long does it take to get a Visa? Just curious, why would you cruise to Cuba and not exit the ship? I took this cruise last May and didn't go to GSC, but Cuba? It was AMAZING. The people, the tours, the sights. The Malecon. I want to go back and spend a month on a land visit! Just FYI, I was a solo female cruiser, I did only private tours, also. I did not do any cruise ship/line tours. I was completely safe driving around in the old cars with male driver and guide. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Travelenfool Posted May 15, 2018 #16 Share Posted May 15, 2018 I believe it has to be purchased ahead of time, as I was told that the form needs to be electronically sent through their website at least 3 days before sailing. We just added the Visas on our cruise ($75.00) price and they said they would be waiting for us at check-in. We have a group going and instructed everyone about the affidavit completion requirements but was hoping that the visas could just be added to their on board account at checkin to save me a little sanity and not being required to ask everyone to call now and have it added. Our PCC didn’t suggest adding it at the time of booking! 🤯 Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fstuff1 Posted May 15, 2018 Author #17 Share Posted May 15, 2018 Just curious, why would you cruise to Cuba and not exit the ship? I took this cruise last May and didn't go to GSC, but Cuba? It was AMAZING. The people, the tours, the sights. The Malecon. I want to go back and spend a month on a land visit! Just FYI, I was a solo female cruiser, I did only private tours, also. I did not do any cruise ship/line tours. I was completely safe driving around in the old cars with male driver and guide. in case there's a last minute deal and i dont have time to get the visa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiseGal999 Posted May 15, 2018 #18 Share Posted May 15, 2018 in case there's a last minute deal and i dont have time to get the visa There isn't any time involved in getting the visa. It's all done by the cruise line and the cost is added to the cost of the cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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