Yes, a visa is required to travel from Ireland to Cuba.
Do I need a visa for Cuba from Ireland?
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Irish travellers need a tourist card (tarjeta del turista) to visit Cuba, not a full consular visa, for a tourist stay. It is obtained from the airline, a travel agency or the Cuban consulate before departure.
For tourism, Cuba requires a tourist card rather than a standard visa, and Irish citizens must obtain it before travelling. From Dublin or Cork, it is often sold by the airline or agency, or issued by the responsible Cuban consulate. The exact arrangements and fee depend on the channel chosen and are confirmed by the official source.
Do you need a visa?
For a tourist stay this is not a full consular visa but a mandatory tourist card. Irish nationals must obtain it before boarding. A purpose other than tourism (work, study, journalism) instead requires a consular visa applied for separately.
How and where to apply
Obtain the tourist card from your airline, an approved travel agency or the Cuban consulate responsible for Ireland. Check the version of the card based on your departure point, as it can differ if you transit through the United States. The consulate (misiones.cubaminrex.cu) remains the reference in case of doubt.
Documents and fees
Prepare a passport valid for the duration of the stay, a return ticket and travel insurance with medical cover, generally required on entry. The cost of the tourist card varies by channel; the grounding data lists no confirmed price, so refer to the official source or your airline.
Processing and tips
Get the card well before the flight, especially if the consulate has to send it by post. Fill it in without crossings-out, as a damaged card can be refused. Keep the stub carefully to hand back when leaving the country.
Common mistakes
Classic errors are confusing the tourist card with a visa, arriving without medical insurance, or buying the wrong version of the card (notably when transiting through the United States). Also check passport validity and the accuracy of the details before departure.
Official sources
- Consulados de Cuba (MINREX) - official
- Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores de Cuba (MINREX)
- Ireland - Department 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
Practical travel information
- Espagnol
Essential preparations
- Police : 116
- Ambulance : 115
- Fire brigade : 105
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Cuba from Ireland?▾
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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