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  1. Traveling to Cuba

    Individuals who meet the regulatory conditions of the general license they seek to travel under do not need to apply for an additional license from OFAC 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 ...

  2. Can Americans Travel To Cuba? [2024 Legal Travel Guide]

    American Travel to Cuba. The short answer to the question "can Americans travel to Cuba" is YES, American citizens can travel to Cuba. Non-U.S. citizens are allowed to travel to Cuba via the United States as well. American citizens can fly from the United States directly to Cuba, travel independently (no need for a group trip or guided trip ...

  3. Cuba Travel Advisory

    Travel Advisory. January 5, 2024. Cuba - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution. C. Reissued with updates to crime information. Exercise increased caution in Cuba due to crime. Country Summary: Petty crime is a threat for tourists in Cuba. Also, violent crime, including armed robbery and homicide, sometimes occurs in Cuba.

  4. The rules for Americans visiting Cuba in 2022

    To enter Cuba, all visitors need to present a completed Tourist Card — which serves a similar function to a tourist visa. These are usually available through your airline (ask when booking). Alternatively, you can purchase one through a Cuban travel agency. Costs range from US$50 to US$85, including processing fees.

  5. Travel Advisory: U. S. Embassy Havana, Cuba

    Visit the COVID-19 crisis page on travel.state.gov for country-specific information related to COVID-19. Check with airlines, transportation providers, and destination countries for how COVID testing and vaccine requirements might impact travel. Assistance: U.S. Embassy Havana, Cuba 55 Calzada, La Habana, Cuba +(53) (7) 839-4100

  6. What You Need to Know as Cuba Reopens to Tourists

    Travelers not residing in Cuba who are staying in private homes, with family or friends, will need to go to the community health center if they begin to show any COVID-19-related symptoms. Since November 7th, travelers have been able to travel across the country in hired transport. They no longer need to stay at hotels in the touristic cays.

  7. Cuba International Travel Information

    Call us in Washington, D.C. at 1-888-407-4747 (toll-free in the United States and Canada) or 1-202-501-4444 (from all other countries) from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). See the State Department's travel website for the Worldwide Caution and Travel Advisories.

  8. Visiting Cuba in 2023: Here's what you need to know

    What Americans need to know about traveling to Cuba. Making sense of the new travel policies and rules. This year, Cuba ranked as the top trending destination in the 2023 Travelers' Choice awards, meaning Cuba-focused pages on Tripadvisor are seeing an increase in year-over-year activity. But having swung back and forth throughout the last ...

  9. COVID-19 Information

    In the event of an emergency, U.S. citizens can contact the U.S. Embassy's Consular Section by phone at +53-7-839-4100 or email at [email protected]. U.S. Embassy Havana offers U.S. citizen services, emergency nonimmigrant visa services, and limited immigrant visa services. Local Resources:

  10. Everything you need to know about visiting Cuba

    Cuba and the pandemic. In the global battle to mitigate coronavirus, Cuba has emerged as the New Zealand of the Americas: the country currently has the lowest death rate (per million inhabitants) in Latin America. In a nominally socialist country, state control and central planning has helped stem the flow.

  11. Biden's new Cuba policy creates more options for U.S. travel

    7 min. Americans who want to travel legally to Cuba will have more options after the Biden administration announced it was undoing some of the restrictions President Donald Trump imposed before ...

  12. Yes, Americans Can Travel to Cuba … & You Absolutely Should

    Cuba is Cheap Right Now (& So Are the Flights to Get There) Cuba is Safe; Cuban Beaches Are Beautiful; It's a Digital Detox & A Time Warp; What You Need to Visit Cuba. An Official Reason (i.e. "Support for the Cuban People") Entry Requirements (Visa, QR Code, and Health Insurance) Cash; Maps and Itineraries

  13. Is it Legal for U.S. Citizens to Travel to Cuba?

    As of early 2024, the short answer is: Yes, you can travel to Cuba as a U.S. citizen. There are, however, some hoops you'll need to jump through, because (technically speaking) travel to Cuba for pure vacationing isn't allowed. For U.S. citizens interested in planning a trip to Cuba, here's what you need to know before you go.

  14. 20 things to know before going to Cuba

    2. Fill out your passenger information in advance. Cuba uses an online form called D'Viajeros to gather traveler information, including immigration and health data, in advance of travel. Fill out the form digitally up to 72 hours before your arrival in Cuba. 3.

  15. Cuba travel restrictions: What you need to know

    The Obama administration allowed 12 categories of legal travel. People-to-people trips, which emphasized creating direct contact with the Cuban people through cultural activities, were the most ...

  16. Traveling to Cuba as a US Citizen: 2024 Guide

    In short, yes, it is possible for Americans to visit Cuba. However, the country still remains off limits for tourist activities. This means U.S citizens currently cannot visit Cuba when the sole purpose of their trip is to sightsee, go to the beach, and explore. In 2024, Americans that wish to travel to Cuba must fall into one of the 12 ...

  17. Can I Travel To Cuba Right Now? Here's What To Know

    Cuba travel has always been complicated. But for those of you wondering "Can I travel to Cuba right now," we do have some good news: Cuba is open for travel and locals are excited for visitors to return to explore all that Cuba has to offer. No one knows a place like the people who live there.

  18. How Americans Can Finally Visit Cuba: A Step-by-Step Guide

    Yes, Americans can travel to Cuba right now as long as the purpose of the trip falls under one of the 12 general licenses. Trips to Cuba for tourism are not currently allowed. The 12 categories are listed above in this guide and range from educational and religious activities to visiting family or exporting goods and services.

  19. Can Americans travel to Cuba right now?

    And pre-Covid travel restrictions for U.S. citizens still apply: You'll need a reason to travel to Cuba that isn't just tourism (there are 12 eligible categories), a Cuban Tourist Card (a.k.a ...

  20. Is Cuba Open for Travel in 2023? Updated Cuba Travel Restrictions

    Like many popular travel destinations, Cuba's tourism industry is facing a crisis due to the emergence of COVID-19. However, with an almost 90% vaccination rate on the island, the Cuban Government recently eased COVID-19 travel restrictions.. No PCR Test or Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination Required. As of April 6th, 2022, you won't need to present a negative PCR test or a vaccination ...

  21. Cuba Travel Guide for U.S. Citizens: What to Know Before You Go

    Getting WiFi in Cuba. If a travel guide says there are only one-hour WiFi cards, it is outdated. Now, you can access WiFi on a one-hour or a five-hour card. WiFi is now cheaper in Cuba—it was $5 USD per hour; now, it's $1 USD per hour. We only needed one 5-hour card per person for the whole week.

  22. Beyond the Ban: A Guide to Americans Visiting Cuba in 2024.

    Tour Republic January 29, 2024. If you are a US citizen, you can still visit Cuba in 2024. However, unlike your neighbors traveling from Canada, you will be subject to specific regulations from the US government. For example, doing "tourism," like staying at a resort on a Cuban beach, isn't allowed. Your trip must fall into one of 12 ...

  23. Can I Travel to Cuba? Here's What You Need to Know

    Yes—you can travel to Cuba legally in 2024, as long as you comply with US travel restrictions and have your entry documents, which are easy to get for almost any traveler. You need a valid passport and Cuban Tourist Card, which can be purchased online or through your airline, to travel to Cuba. As an American, the only extra step required for ...

  24. What You Need To Be Aware Of As A Tourist Visiting Cuba

    However, the U.S. imposed restrictions on travel to Cuba in 1963 and while the level of restrictions has varied over the years, as of July 2023, Americans can't visit Cuba purely for tourism purposes.