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Cuba travel advice
Explore our complete guide to Cuba with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Cuba.
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Cuba travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to Cuba with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
| Cuba - quick facts | |
|---|---|
| Flight time✝ | 10 hours |
| Time difference | UK -5 hours |
| Language(s) | Spanish |
| Currency | Cuban Peso |
| Electricity | A + B + C + L plug (110V) |
| Driving side | Right |
| Visa✝ | Yes |
Why visit Cuba?
Considering a holiday to the Cuba? Here are some of the very good reasons it makes such a wonderful holiday destination be it for beaches or culture to ensure you get the most out of your 2024/2025 escape.
- Beaches
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Cuba tourist information
✝ = Typical flight time from the UK and visa requirements for UK travellers.
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Cuba weather
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The Cuba weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Havana.
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Cuba travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting Cuba from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for Cuba - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for Cuba - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for Cuba - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for Cuba - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for Cuba - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for Cuba - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Cuba.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
Cuba travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Cuba with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for Cuba - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for Cuba - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in Cuba - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Cuba, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Cuba covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Cuba with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Travellers' health for Cuba - Ministry of Public Health, Cuba
- Coronavirus timeline in Cuba - Our World in Data
Cuba travel features
Do you want to learn more about Cuba? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in Cuba.
Cuba FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Cuba including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Are there entry restrictions to Cuba due to Covid-19?
Cuba is open for tourism from the UK. There are no special entry requirements for Cuba.
Check out Ministry of Public Health, Cuba for more information.
Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from Cuba?
You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Cuba. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.
What is the flight time to Cuba from the UK?
The flight time to Cuba from the UK is typically 10 hours.
Flights to Cuba
What is the time difference between Cuba and the UK?
The time difference between Cuba and the UK is UK time-5 hours.
What is the main language spoken in Cuba?
The main language spoken in Cuba is Spanish.
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What is the currency in Cuba?
The currency in Cuba is the Cuban Peso (CUP).
Which plugs are used in Cuba?
Cuba uses electrical plug type A + B + C + L (110 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Cuba?
They drive on the right side of the road in Cuba.
Find out more about driving in Cuba with International Drivers Association*.
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Do you need a visa for Cuba?
Yes, UK passport holders do need a visa to enter Cuba.
Check Cuba visa requirements for all passport holders with VisaHQ*.
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