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πŸ‡¨πŸ‡Ί Cuba

Capital
Havana
Currency
$ Cuban Peso (CUP)
Drives on the
Right
Population
~ 11.3 Million

Travel Advisories

Increased Caution

There are currently 2 active travel advisories for Cuba.

The most recent advisory was issued 3 months ago by πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦, which recommended Increased Caution.


Increased Caution

3 months ago

Issued by πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦

Increased Caution

3 months ago

Issued by πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ

On November 21, 2024, the Department ended the voluntary departure of non-emergency U.S. direct hire employees and their eligible family members due to the restoration of power to Havana and other clean up and restoration efforts from Hurricane Rafael.

Exercise increased caution in Cuba due to crime.

Country Summary: Petty crime, such as pick pocketing, purse snatchings, and car break-ins, is a threat for tourists in Cuba.  Also, violent crime, including armed robbery and homicide, sometimes occurs in Cuba.

Travel outside of the Havana area for U.S. Embassy employees requires a special notification process which may affect the Embassy’s ability to provide emergency assistance to U.S. citizens in Cuba.

Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Cuba.

If you decide to travel to Cuba:

  • Be aware of your surroundings.
  • Do not physically resist any robbery attempt.
  • Do not display signs of wealth, such as wearing expensive watches or jewelry.
  • Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.

U.S. citizens should always exercise caution when traveling abroad:

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