Job search in Cuba

Cuba has a low standard of living and low salaries. In recent years, it has become possible to open a business here, which became the reason for migration to this distant country.

Economic situation

In the ranking of the development of the world economy by the level of GDP in 2017, Cuba did not take any place, since there is no reliable statistical data on the size of the gross product. The minimum wage in Cuba is $ 9 (576 rubles), average - 30 dollars (1 920 rubles). Unemployment among the population is equal to 2,7%... Taxation is provided for entrepreneurs and small business owners only.

The state has poor demand for specialists from different countries, but it is possible to find a job. It is worth remembering that the market is quite competitive.

Pros of work:

• the opportunity to get permanent residence;
• a chance to work in tourist areas;
• low crime rate.

Cons of work:

• scanty wages;
• colossal competition;
• most jobs are hard work on the plantations.

Professions in demand in 2021

The most demanded professions in Cuba:

• educators;
• medical workers;
• restaurant industry employees;
• translators from European languages;
• car repair specialists;
• car drivers.

Salary level

For foreigners, employers in Cuba offer the following salaries per month:

How to find a job without intermediaries

For an independent job search on Liberty Island, you can go in several ways: find a job online or use the services of specialized agencies. The main problem is that the Internet in Cuba is still underdeveloped.

Popular job search sites

There are the following sites to search for vacancies:

• ninjacuba.com - ads are written in Spanish, but the resource is English. In order for the future director to find an employee himself, you can register on the website and create a personal account. The main focus of the portal is on remote workers.
• careerjet.co.za - classifieds portal from all over the world. Typically, there are about 100-150 listings per month, if you type the query "Cuba".

Specialized agencies

There are practically no recruitment agencies in Cuba, so it is better to turn to international firms:

• oneworld365.org/volunteer/cuba - Offers not only work, but also volunteer programs;

Current vacancies in 2021

Working in Cuba comes in several forms.

Work without knowing the language

It is not necessary to know the Cuban dialect of Spanish for employment. The local population knows not only English, but also Russian. Therefore, language barriers usually do not arise. Accordingly, all vacancies are open to Russians.

Seasonal work

You can also go to Cuba for seasonal work. But mostly it will be part-time work on sugar plantations and in ports.

Temporary job

For temporary work in recent years, English teachers are required. Also needed handymen and administrators in hotels and hotels.

Other options

In the Cuban state, a rotational work method is also possible. These are mainly assemblers and front loader drivers. Contract labor is also provided.

Official employment procedure

In Cuba, you need to find a job legally - for this you will need to issue a permit and a work visa.

Priority of actions

In order for a Russian or a CIS citizen to work in Cuba, his future employer must obtain a work permit.

Procedure:

1. The applicant registers on job sites;
2. The employer sends a future employee an invitation to work;
3. An applicant for a workplace applies for a visa at the consulate;
4. An employment contract is drawn up;
5. An existing employee buys a ticket and flies to Cuba to work.

Types of work permits

There is only one work permit. It is issued for a period equal to the period of validity of the employment contract. At the same time, an employee has the right to work for only one employer.

Who doesn't need permission

A work permit is usually not required only for diplomats and a number of officials. In other cases, it is more profitable to issue it so that in the future there will be no problems with migration services.

List of main documents

The following documents are required:

• international passport;

• national passport;

• A completed application form;

• Some photos;
• job invitation;
• medical insurance.

Registration of a work visa

A work visa for Russians is issued at the Cuban consulate. The cost of registration is $ 30. To obtain, you must provide all the necessary documents.

Selection Criteria for Applicants for a Work Visa

There are no serious requirements for candidates. Knowledge of English is desirable. In addition to the basic documents, you must provide a certified letter to the host company.

Work visa extension

The visa is issued for a period of 30 days, the renewal price for each month is 25 dollars... But if a long term of work is prescribed in the employment contract, then there is no need to renew the document.

Business immigration

Small and medium business in the Cuban state is a recent phenomenon. At the same time, many bureaucratic problems are associated with it. A number of restrictions will apply to a foreigner.

1. An entrepreneur needs to find a Cuban citizen and negotiate a partnership with him. The company can only be registered as a local resident.
2. The second option is to draw up a detailed business plan and submit it to the Cuban authorities. If the entrepreneur is given the go-ahead, then he will have to deposit funds (in this case, each case is considered individually, therefore the amounts for all citizens are different) and prove his financial solvency. For the activities of a businessman, officials can allocate a special room on the island.

You need to apply for a business visa. She stands like a worker - 30 dollars.

Features of internship in the country

Volunteer programs are widespread in Cuba. Russians come as exchange volunteers or on their own. A person buys tickets and visas at his own expense, but on the spot he is provided with free food and accommodation. Language internships are also common here.

Consequences for attempting illegal employment in the country

Most often people come to Cuba with tourist visas, after which some try to work illegally. For this they can be deported from the country.

In addition, there are other reasons for deportation:

• falsification of documents;
• involvement in espionage;
• non-observance of the laws of the state;
• delayed visa.

It is difficult to find a job in Cuba due to the high competition with the local population, and the salaries are scanty. However, many are attracted by the island's maritime climate and the mentality of the local population. At the same time, for several years now there has been an opportunity to build your own business.