Cuba: A Mission of Healing & Hope
March 13 - 20, 2027 | CERT International
Cuba: A Mission of Healing & Hope
Trip #27954
Trip #27954
Cuba: A Mission of Healing & Hope
Trip #27954
CERT International
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| Cuba, Caribbean |
| March 13 - 20, 2027 Lasts 1 week to 2 weeks |
| Evangelism- Friendship/Discipleship, Medical/Healthcare, Missionary Support/Care, Prayer/Intercession, Service Projects & Helps |
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$2000 ** See Financial Information Below Includes: Lodging, Meals |
| Agency: | CERT International
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| Location: | Cuba, Caribbean |
| Dates: | March 13 - 20, 2027 Lasts 1 week to 2 weeks |
| Activities: | Evangelism- Friendship/Discipleship, Medical/Healthcare, Missionary Support/Care, Prayer/Intercession, Service Projects & Helps |
| Cost: |
$2000 ** See Financial Information Below Includes: Lodging, Meals |
What the Mission Trip Will Be Like
Experience the People & Culture of Cuba!!
Open to adult volunteers (18+). No medical experience is required, but preference is given to medically trained individuals! This is a unique opportunity to serve, connect, and experience Cuban culture firsthand while bringing hope to local communities.
SPOTS ARE LIMITED
Important Details:
- Visa Fee: $140 (non-refundable, included in the total team fee of $1,950).
- Visa Enrollment Deadline: Dec 1st, 2026 (approval takes 90 days).
- Increased Caution Advised: Due to evolving U.S.-Cuba immigration laws, travelers should be aware of any updates before departure.
What You’ll Experience:
- Partner with Los Pinos Nuevos Church to bring aid to the Cuban people.
- Provide free medical and dental care to underserved communities.
- Stay in a dorm setting at the church, sharing meals and fellowship with the community.
- Spend evenings exploring historic Old Havana.
- Experience the power of faith, service, and cultural connection.
Team members will fly into Havana before traveling to the church located just outside Old Town Havana. Each day, we’ll host free medical and dental clinics, providing care and encouragement to those in need. This mission is about more than aid—it’s about building relationships and showing the love of Jesus.
Inquire for more information about this trip using the form on this trip page.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
- VACCINES REQUIRED – NONE. Suggest having a current Tetanus, Hep. A and Hep B.
- MEDICATIONS REQUIRED – NONE. Suggest Malaria medication. Contact CERT for details.
- CUBAN VISA REQUIRED – YES. Complete and return the VISA application to CERT. The Cuban government requires the application from CERT, 90 days before departure.
- LIABILITY RELEASE – YES. Sign and returned to CERT. The "Form" is included with your information pack after.
- BACKGROUND CHECK – YES. All applications received on or after January 1, 2026 must submit a "Background Check". CERT will send you a LINK to follow. $0.00 US Citizens, There is a fee for Canadian or other countries.
Application Process
Acceptance is only one step in the application process. To secure your spot on a team, you must submit a completed application and a $250 deposit. Team sizes may be limited.
Application Options:
- Complete the Online Team Application
- Download, print, and mail the Team Application on our website.
Deposit Submission:
- Pay the $250 deposit (non-refundable).
* Please note that due to US restrictions on travel to Cuba, there are additional procedures that will need to be adhered to. *
Trip Cost: $2000 + Airfare
Included:
- Visa Fee ($140 non-refundable)
- In-country accommodations, transportation, and meals
- Traveler’s medical insurance
- Cost-share of medical supplies and clinic expenses
Not Included:
- Personal shopping and sightseeing
- Airfare (varies by departure location and booking date)
No prior training is required for this trip. A team manual will be provided before departure. Training includes:
- Pre-field preparation through the CERT Team Manual, a mission-specific guide, a pre-trip devotional, and ongoing communication with our office and team leader.
- On-field orientation and training at the ministry site.
Come join this mission!!
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Relation of Opportunity to National Church and/or Long-term Goals
We will be partnering with a local church in Havana to bring medical aid to the surrounding communities.
Additional Trip Information
A non-refundable deposit of $250 is required to secure your spot on the trip.
Mission Trip Offered By CERT International
Christian Emergency Relief Teams (CERT) International is a non-denominational 501 (c) (3) dedicated to serving international churches and missionaries. We assist their ministries, creating open doors by meeting the practical needs of the local people and refugees. Free medical/dental clinics and humanitarian aid are provided in response to healthcare and emergency situations in underprivileged communities to show the love of Christ.
We are founded on the principles of Jesus from Matthew 9:35-38: He went out to the people, healed the sick, and preached the good news of the kingdom. He ministered to physical and spiritual needs, setting a model for holistic ministry.
CERT International was established in 1974 by David Courson in response to a hurricane in Nicaragua. Courson and members of his local church continued relief initiatives throughout the Nicaraguan civil war. As stability slowly entered the region, CERT began to branch out to other areas of need worldwide. In 1991, Courson chose to pursue other ventures, and the leadership of CERT was given to Dr. Ken Daugherty. Daugherty continued to expand the organization’s global reach, and the focus of CERT changed from crisis response to bringing emergency relief and aid to developing countries. As a pastor, Daugherty emphasized the importance of building up the local church internationally. The organization began working exclusively with churches and missionaries abroad to help strengthen their ministries by providing free healthcare, aid, and construction.
Today our focus has not changed. We serve people groups that have little to no access to healthcare and bring humanitarian aid into unstable regions. We aim to increase the kingdom of God by providing these services and working to build lasting relationships with churches and missionaries on the field.
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