Regardless of which Category of Legal Travel you choose, you will still need to buy a Cuban Tourist Card to enter Cuba not actually a visa , though the two words are sometimes used interchangeably.
If you're traveling from the US, this card is pink. If you are traveling from outside the US, this card is green. There are several ways to purchase a Cuban Tourist Card:.
For more info on new regulations, here is the Fact Sheet the Department of the Treasury distributed on June 4, Bookmark this page to stay up to date on Cuba travel policy. Or, ask someone who knows best—our Cuban trip planners are experts on all things Cuba.
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Cuba and the coronavirus pandemic First things first — can Americans travel to Cuba during the coronavirus pandemic? You'll need a negative PCR test taken 72 hours earlier.
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Department of State of the views or products contained therein. If you wish to remain on travel. Cancel GO. Embassy Messages Alerts. Quick Facts. Must have six months validity at the time of entry. Destination Description. Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements. Safety and Security. Exercise vigilance everywhere. Do not flash large amounts of cash. Do not leave your valuables unattended.
Do not leave a beverage unattended or accept beverages from persons unknown to you. Locations such as Habana Vieja, Playas del Este, and other tourist locations tend to have a higher incidence of crime than other parts of Havana. Be wary of misdirection schemes where someone attempts to gain your attention while another comes from behind to steal your purse, wallet, or other valuable items.
If confronted by criminals, do not resist, try to remain calm, clearly display your hands and do not make any sudden moves that could be interpreted as resistance. Carry your cell phone for emergency communications and travel in groups if possible.
Be aware of your surroundings, especially at night or when traveling in an unfamiliar area. While in your car, place valuables out of sight or in a locked trunk. When unattended, avoid leaving items in the car, especially on the seat or in plain view.
Only use marked taxis. The situation had normalised but services and stocks are now affected by Coronavirus. Crime levels are low and mainly in the form of opportunistic theft.
See Crime. Be cautious when travelling in Cuba. Driving standards are variable. See Road travel. UK health authorities have classified Cuba as having a risk of dengue, and Zika virus transmission. For more information and advice, visit the website of the National Travel Health Network and Centre website. You should take steps to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes.
See Terrorism. To help us improve GOV. You will have to present a copy of your insurance on arrival there. Because there is no Irish Embassy or Consulate in the Cuba, we are limited in the help we can offer you in an emergency situation. Up to date information on travelling to Ireland can be found on gov.
Theft from luggage during baggage handling at airports can occur both on arrival and departure. You should remove all valuables, lock suitcases and consider having them shrink-wrapped before check-in. Petty crime such as pickpocketing and bag snatching occurs, particularly on public transport, intercity buses and at major tourist areas including in Old Havana, El Centro, Vedado and the Malecon, as well as on the beaches of Playa del Este and Varedero.
You should take all necessary precautions if you are in Centro Havana at night and take a taxi to your accommodation rather than walk, even if your accommodation is only a few blocks away. Thefts from hotel and guesthouse accommodation occur. Car-related crime and muggings can occur from time to time in areas including Havana, Santiago and other areas less frequented by tourists.
There have been attacks on foreigners using hire cars after staged punctures and by bogus hitch-hikers. If you get a puncture in a lonely spot, drive on several kilometres, preferably to a town, before stopping. If your passport is lost or stolen, getting a replacement can take up to two weeks so keep your travel documents secure at all times. Getting a replacement passport will be easier if you are able to provide a copy of the lost or stolen one, so keep photocopies of your passport.
And you can contact us at the Irish Embassy in Mexico City. Many vehicles, including public transport, suffer from lack of maintenance and roads are poorly lit and sign-posted. If you want to drive:. If involved in an accident, you are likely to be detained, regardless of who is at fault.
If you have a traffic accident where someone is killed or injured, the police investigation may take several months during which time the driver will normally not be allowed to leave Cuba. In some cases the driver may be imprisoned during this delay. Check that you have adequate insurance and read the small print of the vehicle hire contract particularly any waiver that will come into effect if the vehicle is damaged.
The hurricane season in Cuba extends from June to the end of November. Always monitor local and international weather updates for the region by accessing, for example, the Weather Channel , or the US National Hurricane Centre website. In some areas, adequate shelter from a severe hurricane may not be available to all who may choose to stay. You should familiarise yourself with your hotel or cruise ship evacuation plans and identify your local shelter.
Carry your travel documents at all times ie passport, picture IDs or secure them in a safe, waterproof location.
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