Walter (Walt) Hollander
@LesWalt
Canadian looking for information about Cuba
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About me
Canadian
Lives in Mississauga
Speaks English, Dutch, Spanish (aprendizaje)
Registration: 30 August 2013
Anyone has any suggestions or comments to help me out ? by futurecubanwife
Hi! My name is Michelle. I just joined today. My future husband and I (I am a US citizen living in the US, he is a Cuban citizen living in Cuba) are trying to meet soon. If we both feel the same way we do about each other after a month together, ...
Hi Michelle, I read your post and hope this finds you well and your Cuban 'family' also, I am a Canadian and married to a Cubana and we have a daughter and we have a house near Habana. Yes, your situation is not an easy one. Perhaps you ... Read More
Getting married in Cuba by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Cuba or who are about to get married in Cuba to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Cuba? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed couple ...
My experience, based on others' info, is that the Cuban government has no exit visa in place and if a Cuban wants to leave, as long as it's apparent that the reason is legitimate as in your case, no problem. The government just does not want ... Read More
Getting married in Cuba by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Cuba or who are about to get married in Cuba to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Cuba? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed couple ...
Hi Sherrie, I am trying to understand why you would want to get married in Cuba. Neither of you as I understand are Cuban. I married a Cuban and that is different. Do you have a specific reason for going that route? You can email me at ... Read More
Buying property in Cuba by Christine
Hi, can a foreigner buy property in Cuba? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in Cuba? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in advance for ...
There really are very few certainties in life... they are death and taxes! Other than those, all is a gamble whether in Canada or Cuba or any place. Read More
MANDATORY TRAVEL MEDICAL INSURANCE by mick_luna
I've been told that you have to have travel medical insurance to enter Cuba, although it sounds like enforcement isn't universal (some people aren't asked about it, maybe younger people? Others are forced to buy Cuban insurance in the ...
I do likewise! Never a problem! Read More
Canadian visa denied..... by Majito
Just got the news, sad news. My Cuban girlfriend had her Canadian visa denied yesterday, after all formalities (Passport, invitation, documents, delayed mail delivery, fees). And she is a specialaized nurse and owns her house! It was only for a ...
That's good Ricardo. Only concerned about how to go about getting Canadian dollars banked in Ecuador/ transferred from here. There is no reciprocal agreement between Canada and Ecuador and Scotia Bank is not there. Do you have any knowledge on ... Read More
Canadian visa denied..... by Majito
Just got the news, sad news. My Cuban girlfriend had her Canadian visa denied yesterday, after all formalities (Passport, invitation, documents, delayed mail delivery, fees). And she is a specialaized nurse and owns her house! It was only for a ...
Thanks James for your response. My Orialys has proven herself to be a good wife and very good mother. She and I will survive this sad history we share. Read More
Canadian visa denied..... by Majito
Just got the news, sad news. My Cuban girlfriend had her Canadian visa denied yesterday, after all formalities (Passport, invitation, documents, delayed mail delivery, fees). And she is a specialaized nurse and owns her house! It was only for a ...
Thanks James for your very level-headed comment. My Cuban wife and I are in a similar position as you are. What bothers me is that I (and, by extension, she) have been led down the garden path simply by the government (Canada immigration) taking ... Read More
Canadian visa denied..... by Majito
Just got the news, sad news. My Cuban girlfriend had her Canadian visa denied yesterday, after all formalities (Passport, invitation, documents, delayed mail delivery, fees). And she is a specialaized nurse and owns her house! It was only for a ...
Good luck Dave! Hope and pray for the best for the 2 of you! :) Read More
lady from india visiting cuba in january
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Canadian visa denied..... by Majito
Just got the news, sad news. My Cuban girlfriend had her Canadian visa denied yesterday, after all formalities (Passport, invitation, documents, delayed mail delivery, fees). And she is a specialaized nurse and owns her house! It was only for a ...
Try to speak to someone at the Cuban consulate. My case is different because we are married so I do not need a special visa to live in our house. A casa particular's rates for an extended period of time can be negotiated. Why not try that ... Read More
Canadian visa denied..... by Majito
Just got the news, sad news. My Cuban girlfriend had her Canadian visa denied yesterday, after all formalities (Passport, invitation, documents, delayed mail delivery, fees). And she is a specialaized nurse and owns her house! It was only for a ...
Unfortunately, that is not only true with out-of-country (e,g, Canada-Cuban marriages) but can, and does, also hold true in domestic marriages. Problem here is understanding and realizing where people are coming from in their choice of favourite ... Read More
Canadian visa denied..... by Majito
Just got the news, sad news. My Cuban girlfriend had her Canadian visa denied yesterday, after all formalities (Passport, invitation, documents, delayed mail delivery, fees). And she is a specialaized nurse and owns her house! It was only for a ...
Very sorry to hear that. I can very much appreciate your upset and can commiserate as we have been married now for over 4 and a half years and knew each other a half year before the marriage AND we have a baby! Quite simply, CBSA people involved ... Read More
Getting married in Cuba by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Cuba or who are about to get married in Cuba to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Cuba? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed couple ...
Hi Ricardo, I had the documents validated by the Consul in Toronto. Since I am making a physical move to another city in southern Ontario this weekend, I will be offline for a number of days Ricardo. Be back next week. Have a good weekend my friend. Read More
Getting married in Cuba by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Cuba or who are about to get married in Cuba to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Cuba? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed couple ...
Great to hear that! All the best! Read More
Buying property in Cuba by Christine
Hi, can a foreigner buy property in Cuba? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in Cuba? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in advance for ...
Hi Ricardo. Thanks for your message. No, I have never done a surprise visit. Just not something I personally do anywhere and don't care for it done to me. My time is fairly organized and I can get flustered too easily. :/ I am working on my ... Read More
Buying property in Cuba by Christine
Hi, can a foreigner buy property in Cuba? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in Cuba? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in advance for ...
There are always calculated risks to consider when it comes to how far one goes in any relationship. There are no guarantees and if one is willing to accept that, fine. Else, don't even follow and do what I have done. I have weighed the risks ... Read More
Introducing myself by livineasy4life
Hello, I just happened to find this site as I was surfing the net looking for others who have moved to a warmer climate like Cuba or Mexico... to escape the brutal winters of Canada, and live in a country where our dollars go further, and life can ...
Point taken, with thanks. I was/am aware of that and intend to act accordingly. Read More
Introducing myself by livineasy4life
Hello, I just happened to find this site as I was surfing the net looking for others who have moved to a warmer climate like Cuba or Mexico... to escape the brutal winters of Canada, and live in a country where our dollars go further, and life can ...
Commercial interest? Of course, there is no charity involved. What I/we do is called sustainable travel which means that I/we provide employment for locals. That does not come from me/us giving money away. We work, they work and they earn as a ... Read More
Introducing myself by livineasy4life
Hello, I just happened to find this site as I was surfing the net looking for others who have moved to a warmer climate like Cuba or Mexico... to escape the brutal winters of Canada, and live in a country where our dollars go further, and life can ...
Hi my friend, Actually, I intend to go to Havana myself next month so a meeting here is not necessary now. Thanks anyway. I have not moved yet. That move will happen 9 days from now, the 23rd. I am very busy with our group travel business and that ... Read More
Introducing myself by livineasy4life
Hello, I just happened to find this site as I was surfing the net looking for others who have moved to a warmer climate like Cuba or Mexico... to escape the brutal winters of Canada, and live in a country where our dollars go further, and life can ...
Mail is too unpredictable so it would be best to meet face to face and hand it to you my dear friend. Did you do the booking for the trip with your friends? How are things going with your arrangement with Elsa? Take care and God bless! Read More
Introducing myself by livineasy4life
Hello, I just happened to find this site as I was surfing the net looking for others who have moved to a warmer climate like Cuba or Mexico... to escape the brutal winters of Canada, and live in a country where our dollars go further, and life can ...
Did you already book your flight? Please don't forget that I can do that for you and your friends. Have a very good day my friend. Read More
Introducing myself by livineasy4life
Hello, I just happened to find this site as I was surfing the net looking for others who have moved to a warmer climate like Cuba or Mexico... to escape the brutal winters of Canada, and live in a country where our dollars go further, and life can ...
Great! Thanks. We will just have to meet for that sometime in the next 10 days. I am moving to St Catharines on the 23rd. Ok? Read More
Introducing myself by livineasy4life
Hello, I just happened to find this site as I was surfing the net looking for others who have moved to a warmer climate like Cuba or Mexico... to escape the brutal winters of Canada, and live in a country where our dollars go further, and life can ...
Thanks for your message dear friend. Marta? You mean Elsa, right? Thanks also for your offer to take something and I do have a booklet for the camera that I had forgotten to give my wife when I left. If you can bring that for her, that would be ... Read More
Introducing myself by livineasy4life
Hello, I just happened to find this site as I was surfing the net looking for others who have moved to a warmer climate like Cuba or Mexico... to escape the brutal winters of Canada, and live in a country where our dollars go further, and life can ...
Not always but it can happen. I will liik forward to hearing back from you when you have a reply. Remember, I can also put you in contact with my Orialys and my tour guide. Hasta luego. Read More
Introducing myself by livineasy4life
Hello, I just happened to find this site as I was surfing the net looking for others who have moved to a warmer climate like Cuba or Mexico... to escape the brutal winters of Canada, and live in a country where our dollars go further, and life can ...
Good! So you received a reply? :) Read More
Introducing myself by livineasy4life
Hello, I just happened to find this site as I was surfing the net looking for others who have moved to a warmer climate like Cuba or Mexico... to escape the brutal winters of Canada, and live in a country where our dollars go further, and life can ...
If it did not bounce back, it should be ok. Elsa may be out of the house and sometimes emails take some time there. I received one today from :/ my Orialys that she had sent a day ago. Es Cuba. Read More
Introducing myself by livineasy4life
Hello, I just happened to find this site as I was surfing the net looking for others who have moved to a warmer climate like Cuba or Mexico... to escape the brutal winters of Canada, and live in a country where our dollars go further, and life can ...
Good morning dear friend. Her email addy is georgelina[at]informed.sld.cu. Your addy has an 'r' in the 'infomed'. ("georgelina[at]infoRmed.sld.cu") Have a lovely Sunday! My friend, I sent Elsa a message and she replied: ... Read More
Introducing myself by livineasy4life
Hello, I just happened to find this site as I was surfing the net looking for others who have moved to a warmer climate like Cuba or Mexico... to escape the brutal winters of Canada, and live in a country where our dollars go further, and life can ...
Hi, No need to apologize.... :) No youngsters in that casa. I can give you the name, etc of Pablo, my partner there who has a small art studio/gallery. He is a guide who is and will be working with me. He and his wife Marta (she works with me ... Read More
Introducing myself by livineasy4life
Hello, I just happened to find this site as I was surfing the net looking for others who have moved to a warmer climate like Cuba or Mexico... to escape the brutal winters of Canada, and live in a country where our dollars go further, and life can ...
Hi my dear friend, I guess I'm not Sherlock. I did not make that connection... :) Thanks for the referrals but I have not heard from anyone from here. Our house is a long distance away from El Centro. There is a very nice lady, Elsa, who owns a ... Read More
Introducing myself by livineasy4life
Hello, I just happened to find this site as I was surfing the net looking for others who have moved to a warmer climate like Cuba or Mexico... to escape the brutal winters of Canada, and live in a country where our dollars go further, and life can ...
Hi Mayling, We haven't connected for some time and hope and trust all is well with you. I am keeping quite occupied with the reworking of the main Cuba Culture Club website. There was a French version and that is now being worked on also by 2 ... Read More
Getting married in Cuba by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Cuba or who are about to get married in Cuba to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Cuba? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed couple ...
OIC, thanks. Thought you might be Canadian. I am not knowledgeable about Puerto Rico's requirements. Getting the marriage certificate /license in Cuba will require that you have documentary proof of birth and a notarized declaration of your ... Read More
Getting married in Cuba by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Cuba or who are about to get married in Cuba to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Cuba? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed couple ...
Hi Edwin, First of all... Are you living in Cuba? Is she living in Cuba? I am married to a Cuban for about 4 1/2 years. Please contact me at walt@clubforleisure.com. Hasta luego. Read More
Getting married in Cuba by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Cuba or who are about to get married in Cuba to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Cuba? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed couple ...
Got your reply. Great to meet you! :) Read More
Getting married in Cuba by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Cuba or who are about to get married in Cuba to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Cuba? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed couple ...
Awesome! There are a good many of us who have done what you and your lady are looking forward to. There is a closed Facebook web site of which I am a member and that may be of interest to you. If so, just send me an email and I will ask the admin to ... Read More
Getting married in Cuba by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Cuba or who are about to get married in Cuba to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Cuba? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed couple ...
Good to see you back on. :) Read More
Getting married in Cuba by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Cuba or who are about to get married in Cuba to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Cuba? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed couple ...
You're welcome. Just tell Andres that Walt Hollander sent you and he'll look after you. All the best! Read More
Getting married in Cuba by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Cuba or who are about to get married in Cuba to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Cuba? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed couple ...
Hi, I have a friend, Andres Perera who can help you out. He is a para legal working for a lawyer in Toronto, He was Cuban and helps those with questions/issues is such as those on this blog will have. I also have a good immigration lawyer in ... Read More
Buying property in Cuba by Christine
Hi, can a foreigner buy property in Cuba? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in Cuba? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in advance for ...
This is the best site for information I have seen. Many thanks to all you awesome contributors! :) Read More
Registering a birth in Cuba
I would like to know if anyone has any information about the possibility of in vitro fertization procedures in Havana. Can it be done and are sperm donors available? Many thanks! Read More
Flying to Havana by LesWalt
Is it possible to buy one-way airfare to Havana if the exact departure date from Havana is still unknown? As I mentioned in another post, I intend to live in our casa for almost 6 months but am uncertain as to my return to Canada date (before the ...
Thanks, I did get an open ticket through Cuban some other sources said thaTa. I was informed that a one-way ticket was only sold to Cubans though some other sources had told me that they did buy one way tickets. Anyway, I'm flying with Cubana. ... Read More
Getting married in Cuba by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Cuba or who are about to get married in Cuba to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Cuba? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed couple ...
Wow! Thanks MacDuff, tan mucho! Read More
Getting married in Cuba by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Cuba or who are about to get married in Cuba to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Cuba? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed couple ...
That was an excellent post! Many thanks! Is that for certain then that OHIP is acceptable for Health insurance? I looked for insurance for 6 months and the cheapest tab was for just under $800. Thanks, in advance, for confirmation about provincial ... Read More
Flying to Havana by LesWalt
Is it possible to buy one-way airfare to Havana if the exact departure date from Havana is still unknown? As I mentioned in another post, I intend to live in our casa for almost 6 months but am uncertain as to my return to Canada date (before the ...
Oh that is bad news my friend. I will have to check the BBC footage. Let's hope we can meet up sometime. I will check my email in a hotel Internet room once a month. My email address for use there is waltleswork@yahoo.ca. Take care... going to check ... Read More
Flying to Havana by LesWalt
Is it possible to buy one-way airfare to Havana if the exact departure date from Havana is still unknown? As I mentioned in another post, I intend to live in our casa for almost 6 months but am uncertain as to my return to Canada date (before the ...
Thanks so much dear friend for your valuable info. Likewise, I'll be there in Havana enjoying time with my wife, etc, etc. It's cold here also. Don't remember, will you be in Havana also? Read More
Flying to Havana by LesWalt
Is it possible to buy one-way airfare to Havana if the exact departure date from Havana is still unknown? As I mentioned in another post, I intend to live in our casa for almost 6 months but am uncertain as to my return to Canada date (before the ...
Many thanks my friend. I will see whether it is possible with Cubana. Have you ever had any problems with Cuban authorities when you did have a one-way ticket to Havana? I am also looking to play a representative role for Canadian companies should ... Read More
Flying to Havana
Is it possible to buy one-way airfare to Havana if the exact departure date from Havana is still unknown? As I mentioned in another post, I intend to live in our casa for almost 6 months but am uncertain as to my return to Canada date (before the ... Read More
Getting married in Cuba by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Cuba or who are about to get married in Cuba to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Cuba? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed couple ...
I spoke with the consul I have known for some time (in Toronto) and he told me that when I arrive to inform the immigration authorities in the airport where I am staying and for how long. No more A2! :-) Read More
Getting married in Cuba by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Cuba or who are about to get married in Cuba to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Cuba? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed couple ...
Very many thanks MacDuff! Where did you get the Tourist Visa extended? Did you have to tell anyone that you were going to live with your wife? Maybe one day we'll be able to meet and swap tales... :-) Read More
Getting married in Cuba by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Cuba or who are about to get married in Cuba to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Cuba? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed couple ...
I am looking to be in Havana for about 6 months. I bought a house that my wife now has and I know I will need an A2 Visa to stay there with her. Does anyone have any up to date information what the cost is now and for how long the A2 is valid? Many ... Read More
Contemplating a move to Havana fro Canada
Hello folks, My intro to this site was: I am a Canadian citizen, legally married for just over 3 1/2 years to a Cuban citizen. We have been unsuccessful in obtaining a Canadian Permanent Residency (PR) Visa to enable my wife to come here to Canada. ... Read More