United Arab Emirates
Cuba
Cuba visa for Emirati citizens
Entry requirement
Cuba admits Emirati citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Cuban citizens travelling to the United Arab Emirates
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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.
Emirati citizens planning a trip to Cuba can compare how foreign ministries rate it: 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). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
How long Emirati citizens can stay in Cuba
Emirati citizens may stay in Cuba for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Cuba.
Cuba’s neighbours for Emirati citizens
The United States requires Emirati citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Cuban citizens travelling to the United Arab Emirates
Cuban citizens need a visa for the United Arab Emirates, which they can apply for online as an e-Visa.
Frequently asked questions
Do Emirati citizens need a visa for Cuba?
Cuba admits Emirati citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can Emirati citizens stay in Cuba?
Emirati citizens can stay in Cuba for up to 90 days.
Do Cuban citizens need a visa for the United Arab Emirates?
Cuban citizens need a visa for the United Arab Emirates, which they can apply for online as an e-Visa.
Can Emirati citizens enter Cuba visa-free?
Yes, Emirati citizens can enter Cuba without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.