This week, the Consulate General of Spain in Havana reported on the transcription of local Cuban marriages.
In a message on the social network X, the consular office in Cuba announced that, due to high demand, new appointments will be available for transcribing local Cuban marriages at the Civil Registry of the Consulate.
In this regard, they encouraged users who have not yet been able to schedule their appointment to try to book a slot "during the next few weeks," without specifying a date.
As a note, they emphasized that it is NOT necessary to register the marriage at the Consulate to apply for a spouse visa. It is enough to present the Cuban marriage certificate as proof.
Transcription process in Spain
Likewise, they indicated those who establish their residence in Spain may initiate the process of transcribing the local Cuban marriage to the Spanish Civil Registry at the registry office corresponding to their residence in Spain.
Information about marriage transcription on the Consulate's website
The marriage of a Spanish national celebrated abroad must be registered with the Civil Registry of the country where it was celebrated and with the Spanish Civil Registry to have full civil effects in Spain. The Spanish Consulate General in Havana is competent for the registration of marriages celebrated within its consular district.
Special cases
If the marriage was performed by power of attorney granted before a Spanish or Cuban authority, a certified copy must be provided, legalized by the MINREX if it was granted before a Cuban authority.
Appointment request procedure
To request an appointment for marriage transcription, it is important to keep in mind that:
- Both spouses' presence will be required at the appointment to submit and review the documentation.
- If one of the spouses is not in Cuba, only the other may attend, but they must present a certificate issued by the Cuban Immigration and Foreigners authorities, indicating the absence of the spouse. This document must be legalized by MINREX.
For more information, please see the website from the Consulate General of Spain in Havana.