Cuba visa for United Kingdom citizens

Visa required

United Kingdom citizens need a visa for Cuba, issued by an embassy or consulate before they travel.

Stay up to 30 days

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Max stay
30 days
Cost
GBP 25 (tourist card)
Passport validity
6 months
Processing time
Immediate (embassy) / At check-in
Validity
30 days (extendable to 60)

Trip-ready plan

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Steps

  1. Fill out the visa application form
  2. Gather required documents
  3. Schedule an appointment at the embassy or consulate
  4. Submit the application and pay fees
  5. Wait for processing

Cost: GBP 25 (tourist card)

Overview

United Kingdom citizens must obtain a visa from the embassy or consulate of Cuba before departure.

Before you fly

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Extension

Extension possible

Can extend tourist card once for additional 30 days at immigration office in Cuba. Cost approximately 2,100 CUP.

Safety

Level 2Exercise Increased Caution

Due to crime and limited consular assistance

Country facts

Currency
Cuban Peso (CUP)
Language
Spanish
Capital
Havana
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Source: manual

For guidance only, not legal advice. Always confirm with the embassy or consulate before you travel.

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