Cuba Visa Requirements 2026Entry Rules & Visa-Free Access by Passport

Visa-free nationalities
13
Visa on arrival
0
eTA / e-Visa
39
Total streamlined
52
Visa required in advance
146

Cuba's visa policy is restrictive relative to other destinations worldwide. If your nationality is not listed as visa-free, visa on arrival, or eTA/e-Visa eligible, you will need to apply for a Cuba tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Visa-free

Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit Cuba Visa-Free (13)

Passport holders from these countries can enter Cuba without a visa - no embassy appointment, no advance fee.

eTA / e-Visa

eTA & e-Visa Eligible Countries for Cuba (39)

These nationalities can apply for an electronic travel authorisation or e-Visa online before travel - no embassy visit required.

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Transit

Cuba Transit Visa

Cuba publishes a transit visa product for travellers passing through to another destination. Whether you need one depends on your nationality and whether you stay airside - see how transit visas work.

Transit Visa

For passengers transiting through Cuba en route to a third country without passing through immigration controls.

up to 3 days

Required for nationals who do not benefit from visa-free transit. Passengers remaining airside (not clearing immigration) generally do not require a transit visa, but this depends on nationality and airline policy. Passengers who must clear Cuban immigration (e.g., due to a flight connection requiring terminal change) need a transit visa issued by a Cuban consulate. Kosovo nationals are refused transit.

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FAQ

Cuba Visa Requirements FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit Cuba?

It depends on your nationality - the lists above show every nationality that can enter Cuba visa-free or with an eTA or e-Visa. If your country is not listed, you will likely need to apply for a Cuba tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Which countries can visit Cuba without a visa?

13 countries can visit Cuba without a visa in 2026, including: Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Belarus, China, Dominica. Use Earth Visa to check whether your specific passport grants visa-free access to Cuba.

How do I apply for a Cuba tourist visa?

If your nationality is not eligible for visa-free entry to Cuba, you typically need to apply at a Cuba embassy or consulate in your home country. Requirements generally include:

  • Valid passport
  • Completed application form
  • Passport-sized photos
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of onward travel
  • Travel insurance
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Processing times and fees vary by nationality and visa category - see the visa types and fees on this page for the exact figures.

How long can I stay in Cuba without a visa?

The maximum visa-free stay duration in Cuba varies by nationality. Common allowances are 30, 60, or 90 days. See the visa-free country list above for specific stay durations per nationality.

By nationality

Cuba Visa Guides by Nationality

Step-by-step Cuba visa requirements, fees and document checklists for travellers from these countries. Nationalities in the access lists above link straight to their own guides.

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