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Canadian citizens travelling to Cuba

Citizens of Canada that are travelling to Cuba need a stamped visa in their passport prior to arriving.

What to expect in Cuba

👯‍♂️ good for parties
🤝 friendly locals
safe neighbourhoods
🐌 Below average wifi
⛅ warm weather
🏖️ beaches
island

Flights and Prices

Flight prices to Cuba from Canada usually are around 336.00 CAD. Air Transat is a common carrier airline.

International and domestic airlines

Common international airlines are

Cubana

. Popular domestic airlines are

Cuba Jet

Common Tourist Questions

🥘 Do I need to tip?

No, you are not expected to tip at restaurants and other service businesses.

💰 Should I carry cash?

No, you don't have to carry cash with you. Credit cards are generally accepted. This may not be the case in smaller cities so you should double-check when you land.

☎️ Where do I get a SIM card from?

Some popular telecom companies are

ETECSA

.

💦 Can I drink tap water?

No, you cannot drink tap water. Bottled water is recommended.

🚕What do I use to get around?

We currently don't have information on ride-sharing services. Local taxis may be the best option. Check with local authorities upon landing.

Exchange Rates

The primary currency is CUP.

1 CAD = 0.748248 CUP

To put that in perspective, the average dinner will cost you roughly $5.00 USD.

Visa Status

A Visa needs to be provided by the country prior to travelling.

Notes and Passport Validity

Ensure that your passport is valid for 90 days past your travel date.

Tourist Card can be purchased from the airline transporting the passenger into Cuba and must be obtained before taking a flight that will land in Cuba.:Tourist Card is valid up to 90 days stay for Canadian citizens:

Safety and Security

Do not travel.

We now advise all not to travel overseas at this time due to the health risks from the COVID-19 pandemic and the significant disruptions to global travel. This includes to Cuba. If you’re already overseas and wish to return to Australia, we recommend you do so as soon as possible by commercial means. Cuba has confirmed cases of COVID-19 and has implemented screening at airports, tourist areas, residences and hotels. Follow the advice of local authorities and check with the nearest embassy or consulate of Cuba to confirm the latest entry requirements. We advise you to: Do not travel to Cuba.

Statistics

These values are calculated by computing the average scores that we have available to us across all cities in Cuba. In some cases, they may not be completely accurate.

Internet Speed (1.92 / 5)
Safety (4.00 / 5)
Cost of Living (4.99 / 5)
Average Hotel Cost

$40.00 USD / night

Average Dinners

$5.00 USD

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Popular Cities in Cuba

Havana

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