Cuba Visa Requirements
For 🇺🇸 United States passport holders
United States passport holders must apply for a visa at a Cuba embassy or consulate before traveling.
Tourist card required. Special restrictions for US citizens.
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond stay
Blank Pages
2 page(s) required
Multiple Entry
Single entry
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Travel Essentials
Health & Safety
Vaccinations
Hepatitis A/B, Typhoid.
Tap Water
Bottled water recommended
Safety Tips
Very safe. Petty crime rare. Scams targeting tourists exist.
Money & Costs
Daily Budget (USD)
Cards & ATMs
Very limited. Mostly cash economy.
Tipping
CUC appreciated. Important income source.
Practical Info
Emergency Numbers
Police: 106
Ambulance: 104
Fire: 105
Getting There
Airport Transfers
Havana: Taxi CUC$25-30.
Local Transport
Classic cars as taxis. Viazul buses. Domestic flights.
Culture & Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
November-April (dry season).
Cultural Notes
Communist state. Vintage cars. Salsa and rum culture. Resilient people.
Insider Tips
Bring cash (US cards dont work). Stay in casas particulares. Book ahead.
Dress Code
Casual.