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CubaCuba visa requirements for United Arab Emirates citizens (2026)
Visa-free · up to 90 days. No. United Arab Emirates passport holders do not need a visa for Cuba for tourism and can stay up to 90 days. You still need a valid passport and should carry proof of onward travel.
- Total price
- $50
- per traveler, all-in
- Filing window
- Filed within 48 hours before arrival
The Cuba D’Viajeros entry form itself is free from the government, the Visa and Trips price for it is our service fee only.
Visa and Trips is a private service, not a government agency. Price includes government fee and our service fee.
VTBy the Visa and Trips editorial teamLast updated
Cuba entry requirements for United Arab Emirates citizens
- Requirement
- Visa-free
- Allowed stay
- 90 days
What to bring to Cuba
- Passport valid for the whole stay (many countries expect 6 months beyond arrival)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address)
- Proof of sufficient funds (bank card or recent statement)
- Any arrival card or registration the destination asks for
Cuba also requires the D’Viajeros arrival form before you land.
Recent rule changes for Cuba
- 2025: The paper tourist card was replaced by an electronic tourist visa (eVisa-Cuba).
Good to know
- Travel medical insurance is required.
Cuba at a glance for travellers
- 21 of 198 passports can enter Cuba without a visa (visa-free, visa on arrival or an ETA).
- The United Arab Emirates passport gets visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 160 destinations in our dataset.
Sources and last checked
| What | Official source | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Requirement & allowed stay | Open passport-index dataset (passportindex.org data, 17 Feb 2026) | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Fees, processing & entry formalities | Cuba MINDUS: new e-visa platform | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Fees, processing & entry formalities | eVisa-Cuba | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Independent official overview | UK FCDO, Cuba entry requirements | 22 Oct 2026 |
The Visa and Trips editorial team checks these sources every week. See our editorial and verification policy.
Frequently asked questions
Do United Arab Emirates citizens need a visa for Cuba?
No. United Arab Emirates passport holders do not need a visa for Cuba for tourism and can stay up to 90 days. You still need a valid passport and should carry proof of onward travel.
How long can United Arab Emirates passport holders stay in Cuba?
Up to 90 days per visit for tourism without a visa. Overstaying can lead to fines or entry bans.
What documents do United Arab Emirates passport holders need for Cuba?
Passport valid for the whole stay (many countries expect 6 months beyond arrival); Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address); Proof of sufficient funds (bank card or recent statement); Any arrival card or registration the destination asks for.
Do United Arab Emirates passport holders need to apply for anything before travelling to Cuba?
No advance visa application is needed for a tourist visit, but the mandatory Cuba D’Viajeros entry form must be filed online, filed within 48 hours before arrival.
How much does Visa and Trips charge to file the Cuba D’Viajeros entry form?
$50 per traveler, all-in. One total that includes any government fee and our service fee. The Cuba D’Viajeros entry form itself is free from the government, the Visa and Trips price for it is our service fee only. You can also file it yourself on the official government site.
How do I get the Cuba D’Viajeros entry form filed with Visa and Trips?
Tap “Apply now”, enter your trip and passport details. A Visa and Trips specialist checks everything, files the form in the official window and emails you the confirmation / QR code to show at check-in and on arrival.