Miami-Dade County Tax Collector Dariel Fernández announced the revocation of business licenses for 20 establishments. The action was implemented on Monday, December 22, 2025, and impacted companies based within this county.
The process consisted of an administrative review and prior notifications to the investigated businesses. The licenses were withdrawn because the businesses failed to demonstrate federal authorization to operate with Cuba.
The tax collector’s office requested documentation certifying permits from federal agencies, which was not presented by the affected companies within the established deadlines.
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Legal basis and investigation process
The action is supported by Florida state legislation and the Miami-Dade County administrative code. These regulations empower the local authority to revoke or deny the Local Business Tax to any entity that trades with Cuba in violation of federal law.
The Miami-Dade County investigation began with the sending of notifications to 75 businesses. They were asked to present general or specific licenses issued by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) or the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS). Of these, 48 businesses responded satisfactorily and accredited their legal status.
Affected businesses and consequences
The businesses that did not respond received a second warning on November 25, 2025. After the new deadline expired, Miami-Dade County proceeded to revoke their licenses, leaving them unable to operate legally.
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The tax collector warned that operating without a valid license carries additional penalties. The list of businesses to which Miami-Dade County revoked licenses includes:
- Havana Sky Travel Inc. (2 locations)
- AMZ Immigration and Multi-Services Corp.
- Global Cargo Corp
- Globi Multiservices Inc. (Globi Envios)
- Managua Travel Agency Inc. (Cuba Travel & Services)
- BM Envios Cargo Corp
- R & R Logistics Customer Freight Solutions LLC
- Leafy Holidays Inc
- JM Services LLC
- Yumury Envios & Travel LLC (2 locations)
- Lucero Services Corp
- OMD Multiservices LLC (Martinair Travel)
- JC Montoya Services Inc
- Latin Logistics LLC (Avianca Express)
- Capote Express Inc
- Pocho Express LLC
- Xcellence Travel Inc
- Via Blanca Multiservice Inc.
- Tu Cuba Multiservices Corp
- Xael Charters Inc. (2 locations)
Investigations in Miami-Dade County continue and could affect more businesses. The tax collector stated that this is the beginning of a process that will extend in the coming weeks.
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The license revocation by Miami-Dade County is framed within the local enforcement of federal sanctions. The measure primarily impacts businesses dedicated to travel, shipping, and logistics.
The tax collector’s office confirmed it acts based on established legal authority. The administrative process included a period for businesses to present their documentation.
