Yes, a visa is required to travel from Greece to Cuba.
Do I need a visa for Cuba from Greece?
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Yes, Greek travellers need a tourist card (tarjeta del turista) to visit Cuba. It is not a full consular visa but a tourist document to obtain before departure.
Greek nationals heading to Havana, Varadero or Trinidad must travel with a Cuban tourist card. It is most often obtained from the airline, a travel agency, or the consular section of the Cuban embassy. Confirm the exact fee and validity directly with the official source before you pay.
Do you need a visa for Cuba?
Yes, in the form of a tourist card (tarjeta del turista) rather than a traditional consular visa. This document allows a short tourist stay. A valid Greek passport and proof of sufficient funds are still required. Non-tourist travel (study, work, journalism) falls under a separate visa from the Cuban consulate.
How and where to apply
The tourist card is usually obtained before departure, in Greece, through the airline when buying the ticket, an accredited travel agency, or the consular section of the Cuban embassy. The official portal of Cuba's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (misiones.cubaminrex.cu) lists the competent mission and up-to-date procedures.
Documents and fees
Prepare a Greek passport valid for the duration of the stay, the completed tourist card, a return ticket, and travel insurance with medical coverage, which is required on entry to Cuba. The card fee is not confirmed in this guide: check the applicable price with the airline, agency or consulate before paying.
Processing time and practical tips
Because the card is often issued by the airline or agency, arrange it well before the flight to avoid a last-minute purchase at the airport. Fill it in cleanly without corrections: a card with crossings-out may be refused and have to be repurchased. Carefully keep the portion to be handed back when leaving the country.
Common mistakes
The most common mistake is assuming Cuba requires no paperwork for Greeks: the tourist card remains mandatory. Also mind the medical insurance, checked on arrival, and itineraries transiting the United States, which can complicate later eligibility for the US ESTA programme. Always confirm current rules with the official source.
Official sources
- Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores de Cuba (MINREX) — Misiones en el exterior
- Embajada de Cuba en Grecia / Sección Consular
- Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs — travel advice
Information verified on July 8, 2026.
Essential Cuba information
Cuba is a Caribbean island nation governed by a communist regime led by President Miguel Díaz-Canel since 2018. The Communist Party dominates politics, with ongoing influence from the Castro family and the military. The economy is largely controlled by the military through conglomerates like GAESA.
Weather in Havana
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- Ambulance : 115
- Fire brigade : 105
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Cuba from Greece?▾
Yes, an e-visa (electronic visa) is required. It is applied for online before departure and allows a stay of 90 days.
How long can you stay in Cuba?▾
The tourist visa allows a stay of 90 days.
What other visa types exist for Cuba?▾
Depending on the purpose of stay, Cuba offers among others: Business visa (D-6), Work visa, Student visa (D-2), Family visa (A-2).
Data verified on 23/07/2026
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