Q. Can I have dental implants performed in Cuba ?
A. Yes, Cuba has specialized clinics for dental implants. The price of one dental implant starts at 745.00 US $. For a complete overview, check prices and treatment at http://www.cirag.cu/ingles/implantes.htm

Q. I am interested in a medical degree and scholarships. What are the requirements ?
A. For detailed information check with the Cuban embassy in your country. You can find more information and immigration requirements at the Havana university’s website: http://www.uh.cu/infogral/estudiaruh/postgrado/english.html Note that for most courses a good basic knowledge of Spanish is needed.

Q. What kind of money can I use in Cuba ?
A. Cuba has a dual currency system. There is the Peso Nacional (CUP), the currency for internal Cuban use. Cuban wages are paid by the State in Peso Nacional. The second money system is called the Peso Convertible (CUC) or the money use by tourists and foreigners. As a tourist you have to use the Peso Convertible. You can exchange money at the Cadeca (official state exchange offices) or at any bank. Canadian dollars, the Euro and Pound Sterling are accepted but avoid using US dollars. They are accepted but you will pay an extra 10% duty on the normal exchange rate.

Q. Where can I buy Cuban cigars? Which are the best Cuban cigars?
A. The original "real Cuban cigars" can only be bought at the official state shops, the official cigar factories and in some major state hotels. These cigars are provided with the official seal and hologram. Do not buy cigars at a lower price from hustlers on the streets, barmen, etc., since these are all counterfeit. These counterfeit cigars are not bad but are made from tobacco waste and sold under a brand name. One of the best Cuban cigars is the Cohiba brand, but of course much depends on personal taste. An original Cohiba cigar sells for 10 up to 20 $ and more. Other fine cigars are Montechristo, Bolivar, Romeo y Julieta, Partagas and H.Upmann.

Q. Can US citizens buy property in Cuba ?
A. A US citizen can not buy Cuban property. All property in Cuba is state owned or registered in the name of a Cuban citizen. Cubans are not allowed to sell their property to other Cubans or foreigners. Only a house swap between Cubans is permitted, which is a rather complex operation. Sometimes money is involved in the transaction, but this is an illegal practice and the house can be confiscated.

Q Can I start a business in Cuba ?
A. If you are thinking of starting a small or medium-size business like a restaurant, bar or shop etc., think again. These kind of private businesses are not allowed in Cuba. The foreign companies that operate in Cuba are major enterprises based on a joint venture with a Cuban state company. In most cases the joint venture is based on a 51%-49% share ratio.

Q. Can a US citizen have residence in Cuba ?
A. With a tourist visa ( Tarjeta Tourista) a US citizen may stay in the country for 30 days. This visa can be extended to 60 days. After 60 days he or she will have to leave the country. There are some exceptions for volunteer work, medical treatment, study at the university, foreigners with a special work permit, etc. Permanent residence in the country is only permitted for foreigners married to a Cuban citizen. The tourist visa for Canadian citizens is valid for 90 days and can be extended to 180 days. Note: travel to Cuba is illegal for US citizens; the trip can only be made with a special license from the US Treasury department.

Q. What is the equivalent of one Cuban peso to one US dollar ?
A. At present, one US dollar is equivalent to 0.925 CUC ( peso convertible). For the latest update check with : http://www.havana-guide.com/moneyinhavana.html

Q. Can I send money to a friend in Cuba ?
A. Yes, you can send money through a Canadian company called Duales. They will transfer the money to a debit card issued in your friend’s name. Check their website: http://www.duales.com

Q. Can I send a package or goods to Cuba ?
A. Yes and no. Do not send a parcel to Cuba, since each one is opened, it is not permitted to send food and customs duties have to be paid on each product of value. Besides, most packages sent by regular post disappear. A reliable way to send a package to Cuba is by using DHL courier services: http://www.dhl.com . Food and groceries can be sent through an online supermarket with warehouses in Cuba and paid with a Visa credit card (not issued by a US bank). Check these websites: http://www.supermarket.treew.com
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