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Cuba
Cuba visa for Chinese citizens
Entry requirement
Chinese citizens can visit Cuba without a visa for up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Cuban citizens travelling to China
CubaChina Visa required China visa for citizens of Cuba
Travel advice for Cuba
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all but essential travel to the whole country
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from China to Cuba, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Cuba at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 6 May 2025), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all but essential travel to the whole of Cuba (updated 25 September 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Cuba (updated 13 October 2026).
Good to know
How long Chinese citizens can stay in Cuba
Chinese citizens may stay in Cuba for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Cuba.
Cuba’s neighbours for Chinese citizens
The United States requires Chinese citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Cuban citizens travelling to China
China requires Cuban citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Cuba?
Chinese citizens can visit Cuba without a visa for up to 90 days.
How long can Chinese citizens stay in Cuba?
Chinese citizens can stay in Cuba for up to 90 days.
Do Cuban citizens need a visa for China?
China requires Cuban citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Can Chinese citizens enter Cuba visa-free?
Yes, Chinese citizens can enter Cuba without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.