Entry requirements
Cuba entry requirements for Canadians
Do Canadians need a visa for Cuba?
Since July 1, 2025 Cuba uses an electronic visa (e-visa), which replaced the old paper tourist card. On direct flights from Canada it's normally included in your airfare; if you connect through another country you must buy a separate e-visa before you fly.
Passport valid at least 6 months beyond your date of entry. Always confirm on the official source before you travel.
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Passport
Visa / entry
Since July 1, 2025 Cuba uses an electronic visa (e-visa), which replaced the old paper tourist card. On direct flights from Canada it's normally included in your airfare; if you connect through another country you must buy a separate e-visa before you fly.
Apply / official detailsVaccinations & health
Good to know
Forms, taxes & onward travel
Entry form
Complete the free D'Viajeros customs & health form online at least 48 hours before departure — you'll get a QR code to show at check-in and on arrival.
Official formInsurance required
Medical travel insurance is a condition of entry here — carry proof.
Official sources & where to apply
Your travel checklist
0/7- Passport: Passport valid at least 6 months beyond your date of entry.
- Visa / entry permit: Since July 1, 2025 Cuba uses an electronic visa (e-visa), which replaced the old paper tourist card. On direct flights from Canada it's normally included in your airfare; if you connect through another country you must buy a separate e-visa before you fly.Open link
- Entry form: Complete the free D'Viajeros customs & health form online at least 48 hours before departure — you'll get a QR code to show at check-in and on arrival.Open link
- Vaccinations: Routine vaccines up to date; Hepatitis A recommended. Medical travel insurance is mandatory for entry — carry proof.Open link
- Travel insurance arranged — MANDATORY for entry here (medical + cancellation); carry proof.
- Travel eSIM so you land connected (no roaming).Get an eSIM
- Check the official Government of Canada advisory before you go.Open link
Travel requirements change often. This is a helpful summary, not a guarantee — always confirm on the official source before you travel, and Lisa can help you arrange everything.
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FAQ
Cuba travel requirements — FAQ
Since July 1, 2025 Cuba uses an electronic visa (e-visa), which replaced the old paper tourist card. On direct flights from Canada it's normally included in your airfare; if you connect through another country you must buy a separate e-visa before you fly.
Passport valid at least 6 months beyond your date of entry. Since July 1, 2025 Cuba uses an electronic visa (e-visa), which replaced the old paper tourist card. On direct flights from Canada it's normally included in your airfare; if you connect through another country you must buy a separate e-visa before you fly. Complete the free D'Viajeros customs & health form online at least 48 hours before departure — you'll get a QR code to show at check-in and on arrival. Travel insurance is strongly recommended.
Routine vaccines up to date; Hepatitis A recommended. Medical travel insurance is mandatory for entry — carry proof.
Passport valid at least 6 months beyond your date of entry.
Complete the free D'Viajeros customs & health form online at least 48 hours before departure — you'll get a QR code to show at check-in and on arrival.
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