The United States does not allow you to buy cigars in Cuba then fly home with them. However, you can buy Cuban cigars in other countries and carry them home.

You can travel internationally with Cuban cigars, but your ability to do so depends entirely on your destination country’s customs laws. Most countries, including the UK, Canada, and those in the EU, allow travelers to bring in a limited number of Cuban cigars (usually 50) for personal use without paying duties. However, if you are traveling to the United States, the rules are much stricter. Despite brief periods of easing in the past, US regulations as of 2026 strictly prohibit the importation of Cuban-origin tobacco products (including cigars) for personal use, regardless of where they were purchased (e.g., even if bought in London or Mexico). If you are caught entering the US with them, they can be confiscated, and you may face a fine. Always keep cigars in your carry-on to prevent damage from the cold cargo hold, and ensure you have the original packaging to prove the quantity to customs officials.