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Cuba tourist visa

Most visitors can get an e-Visa for 90 days. Visa-free entry depends on your nationality. Some travellers must get a visa before travelling.

Ways to get a Cuba tourist visa

e-Visa (online visa)
eVisa
Visitors from most countries can obtain an e-Visa. Some nationalities must get a visa from a Cuban diplomatic mission instead.
Stay
90 days, extendable for another 90 days.
Visa-free entry for 90 days
No visa needed
Citizens of China, Malaysia and the United Arab Emirates with ordinary passports can enter without a visa.
Stay
90 days.
Passports that qualify (3)
Visa-free entry for 90 days within 180 days
No visa needed
Citizens of Russia with ordinary passports can enter without a visa.
Stay
90 days within any 180-day period.
Passports that qualify (1)
- Russia
Visa-free entry for 60 days
No visa needed
Citizens of Grenada and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines with ordinary passports can enter without a visa.
Stay
60 days.
Passports that qualify (2)
- Grenada
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Visa-free entry for 30 days
No visa needed
Citizens of Antigua and Barbuda, Belarus, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia and Singapore with ordinary passports can enter without a visa.
Stay
30 days.
Passports that qualify (5)
Visa-free entry for 28 days
No visa needed
Citizens of Barbados and Dominica with ordinary passports can enter without a visa.
Stay
28 days.
Passports that qualify (2)
- Barbados
- Dominica
Unclear visa-free exemptions
Other permit
Ordinary passport holders from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kenya, Mongolia, Montenegro, Namibia, North Macedonia and Serbia face conflicting visa rules. The general exemption for Beninese ordinary passport holders is also unclear.
Stay
For Benin, the disputed general exemption is 90 days. Other stay limits are not stated.
Passports that qualify (8)
Visa from a Cuban diplomatic mission
Visa needed
Citizens of Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Cameroon, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Ghana, Guinea, Haiti, Iraq, Kenya, Nepal, Nigeria, Pakistan, the Philippines, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sri Lanka, Syria, Uzbekistan and Yemen must obtain a visa in advance rather than an e-Visa.
Passports that qualify (20)

Who needs it

Visitors who do not qualify for visa-free entry need an e-Visa or a visa from a Cuban diplomatic mission.

Who doesn't

Ordinary passport holders from the countries listed below can visit without a visa for 28 to 90 days. Some other nationality exemptions have conflicting rules.

What to bring

Passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival.
Valid return ticket.
Proof of medical insurance.
For non-Cuban passport holders, proof of funds of at least USD 50 per day.

Good to know

People born in Cuba must travel with a Cuban passport unless they have official documents proving they no longer have Cuban nationality.
Kosovo nationals are refused entry and transit.

Questions

Do I need a tourist visa for Cuba?

Visitors who do not qualify for visa-free entry need an e-Visa or a visa from a Cuban diplomatic mission. Ordinary passport holders from the countries listed below can visit without a visa for 28 to 90 days. Some other nationality exemptions have conflicting rules.

What are the ways to get a tourist visa for Cuba?

There are 8 options: e-Visa (online visa) (an online visa); Visa-free entry for 90 days (no visa at all); Visa-free entry for 90 days within 180 days (no visa at all); Visa-free entry for 60 days (no visa at all); Visa-free entry for 30 days (no visa at all); Visa-free entry for 28 days (no visa at all); Unclear visa-free exemptions (a special permit); Visa from a Cuban diplomatic mission (a visa from an embassy).

Who can go to Cuba without a tourist visa?

Citizens of China, Malaysia and the United Arab Emirates with ordinary passports can enter without a visa. Citizens of Russia with ordinary passports can enter without a visa. Citizens of Grenada and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines with ordinary passports can enter without a visa. Citizens of Antigua and Barbuda, Belarus, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia and Singapore with ordinary passports can enter without a visa. Citizens of Barbados and Dominica with ordinary passports can enter without a visa.

Can I apply online for Cuba?

Yes: e-Visa (online visa). Visitors from most countries can obtain an e-Visa. Some nationalities must get a visa from a Cuban diplomatic mission instead.

How long can I stay on a Cuba tourist visa?

90 days with an e-Visa, with a possible extension of another 90 days.

What documents do I need for a Cuba tourist visa?

Passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival.; Valid return ticket.; Proof of medical insurance.; For non-Cuban passport holders, proof of funds of at least USD 50 per day..

Does my passport change whether I need a tourist visa for Cuba?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Cuba visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a tourist visa for Cuba be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Cuba tourist visa rules?

On Cuba's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my tourist visa once I am in Cuba?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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