What are the 12 requirements to travel to Cuba?

The 12 categories of authorized travel to Cuba are: family visits; official business of the U.S. government, foreign governments, and certain intergovernmental organizations; journalistic activity; professional research and professional meetings; educational activities; religious activities; public performances, ...



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All travelers to Cuba must possess a valid passport, a return ticket, travel insurance policy with medical coverage, and a visa or tourist visa. Unlicensed U.S. citizens may be allowed a stay of up to 90 days upon entry.

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Travel restrictions in Cuba began in 1962 when President John F. Kennedy placed sanctions as a response to actions of the Cuban government. Since then, the U.S. forbade its citizens from traveling to Cuba by law. Additionally, various statutes and regulations further secluded Cuba from The United States.

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Your trip to Cuba entails getting a visa first. Except for the citizens of visa-exempt countries, all travelers need a visa to cross the Cuban border, and US nationals make no exception. You can get the Cuba visa in the US using one of the multiple available ways.

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US to Cuba Travel Guide 2023: Essential Tips and Requirements for Your Trip
  1. 1) Make Sure Your Passport is Valid. Be mindful of your passport's expiration date. ...
  2. 2) Book a Flight. ...
  3. 4) Get Cash. ...
  4. 6) Print General License Affidavit. ...
  5. 7) Two Days Before: Fill Out Entry Forms. ...
  6. 8) Two Days Before: Buy a Tourist SIM.


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Pharmacies are almost empty and medication is hard to come by. These days, a growing black market on the internet is one of the few places where Cubans can find commodities such as antibiotics, soap or toilet paper. Cuba is certainly no stranger to food shortages and a lack of access to basic items.

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Which airlines fly to Cuba? American Airlines, Southwest & Delta fly the most frequently from the United States to Cuba.

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Travelers from most countries will need a tourist card, also known as a visa, to enter Cuba. When flying directly from US, you will need the pink visa instead of a green visa, which you purchase from Cuba Travel Services (CTS) at the airport before boarding your flight to Cuba.

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You may have noticed that a visit to other countries implied a visa stamp on your passport, but this is not valid for Cuba. Your passport will not get stamped upon entry. Only the Tourist Card will receive a Cuba visa stamp, but you need to keep it in your passport at all times.

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In Resolution 309 of July 15, 2021, Cuba announced the exemption from paying taxes for the non-commercial and unlimited import of food and toiletries (both are classified by customs as “miscellaneous”) and medicines into the country “via passengers as accompanied baggage.” These benefits will remain in force, at least ...

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