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🇦🇪 Does an Emirati need a visa for Cuba 🇨🇺?
No. Emirati passport holders can visit Cuba without a visa for up to 90 days.
Checked against Wikipedia's list of visa requirements for Emirati citizens on 2026-10-04. Entry rules change: confirm with the embassy of Cuba or its official government website before you travel.
What this means for your trip
Visa-free entry lets you arrive with a valid passport and pass border control without applying in advance.
Border officers can still ask for a return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation and enough money for your stay, and they decide on entry. The stay limit applies per visit; many countries also cap total days within a period.
Your passport should normally be valid for at least six months beyond your planned departure date and have blank pages for stamps; many countries apply this rule.
Cuba at a glance
Capital: Havana · Currency: Cuban convertible peso (CUC, $); Cuban peso (CUP, $) · Official languages: Spanish · Calling code: +53
U.S. State Department travel advisory for Cuba: Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (updated 7 May 2025). It is written for U.S. citizens; read the advisory before you book.
Plugs and voltage
You need a travel adapter: Cuba uses plug types A, B, the United Arab Emirates uses C, G. Mains voltage differs (Cuba: 110 V; the United Arab Emirates: 220 V): most phone and laptop chargers accept 100–240 V, but single-voltage devices such as some hair dryers need a converter.
Your embassy in Cuba
If your passport is lost or stolen, or you need help in an emergency in Cuba, contact the embassy of the United Arab Emirates:
- Embassy of the United Arab Emirates, Havana · Calle 146 No. 1107, entre 11 y 15, Cubanacan, Playa, La Habana · mofaic.gov.ae
Missions from Wikidata (CC0), checked 2026-09-26. Addresses and opening hours change: check the mission's website before you go.
The other way round
🇨🇺 Cuban passport holders visiting the United Arab Emirates: Cuban passport holders need a visa for the United Arab Emirates, applied for at an embassy or consulate of the United Arab Emirates before travelling.
The Emirati passport at a glance
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Questions
Do Emirati citizens need a visa for Cuba?
Emirati passport holders can visit Cuba without a visa for up to 90 days.
How long can an Emirati stay in Cuba without a visa?
Up to 90 days per visit, according to the latest data. The border officer decides on entry.
Does a Cuban need a visa for the United Arab Emirates?
Cuban passport holders need a visa for the United Arab Emirates, applied for at an embassy or consulate of the United Arab Emirates before travelling.