Cuba visa-free entry for citizens of China: 2026 entry rules
No, citizens of China do not need a visa for a short stay in Cuba (up to 90 days).
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Mandatory arrival form: D'Viajeros. Up to 7 days before arrival. Only fill it in on the official website.
Fill it in on the official website (dviajeros.mitrans.gob.cu)
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Travellers from China do not apply for a visa for a tourist stay in Cuba, but border control still asks for a file.
How long can citizens of China stay in Cuba?
90 days
Visa-free entry allows a stay of 90 days. To stay longer, study or work, a visa is generally required.
What to show at the border of Cuba
Documents required for a visa for Cuba:
- Passport valid 6 months beyond stay
- Online application (no paper form)
- Digital photo (recent)
- Passport scan (data page)
- Proof of accommodation
- Visa fee payment
Other visa types for Cuba
A tourist stay is not the only purpose. These are the other permits the destination issues and that your nationality is eligible for, each with its own fee and processing time.
- Business visa (D-7)
- Work visa
- Student visa (D-2)
- Family visa (A-2)
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- Contact Cuban authorities for detailed information on extending your stay.
- Plan ahead to avoid delays in obtaining visas.
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