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Forty percent of foreign tourists who visit Cuba are Canadians; about 1 million in 2013. Despite considerable pressure from the United States, Canada has maintained a consistent cordial relationship with Cuba. As a matter of fact, Cuba is one of the most popular international travel destinations for Canadians.

Canadians travel to Cuba for several purposes ranging from tourism to trade. Even with the increased security concerns in Cuba, Canadians still visit Cuba every year in hundreds of thousands.

When traveling outside of Canada to Cuba, it is important to get an adequate Cuba travel insurance policy that would cover you against medical emergency and accident. This will ensure that you don’t spend a lot of money out of pocket or be stuck in the mud.

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Basic Information About Cuba

Some important information on Cuba Travel Insurance that we think you’ll want to know before you travel.

Name Value
Currency Cuban convertible peso (CUC) or Cuban peso (CUP)
Official language Spanish
Capital Havana
Continent North America (The Caribbean)
Population Approx. 11 million
Plug type Plug type A, B, C and L
Driving side Right-hand side
Seasons
  • Autumn - March to May
  • Winter - June to August
  • Spring - September to November
  • Summer - December to February
Laws Local laws and customs

 

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Cuba Security Measures for travelers

The decision to travel to Cuba is yours and you are responsible for your personal safety. We provide reliable information in our Travel Advice to ensure the safety and security of Canadians abroad. This will enable Canadians to make an informed decision with respect to traveling abroad.

Risk Level

Cuba – Take normal security precautions

Travel Health Notice – Zika Virus

The Public Health Agency of Canada advise travelers on the Zika virus. It is recommended that Canadians take special health precautions when they travel to Cuba or other affected countries.

Entry / Exit requirements

Every country has a right to decide who enters or exits its borders. The Government of Canada will not interfere on your behalf if you fail to meet the entry or exit requirements of your destination.

The information on this page was obtained from the Cuba authorities, however, it can change at any time. Moreover, you can verify the information with foreign diplomatic missions and consulates in Canada.

Passport

The type of passport you use for travel determines your entry requirements. Check your transport company to find out about passport requirements before you travel.

  • Regular Canadian Passport - You must hold a valid passport to visit Cuba. Ensure that your passport is valid for a minimum of one month beyond the date of your expected departure from Cuba to avoid unexpected delays before departure.
  • Official Canadian Passport - Different rules may apply. Learn more about official travel here.
  • Other travel documents - The entry rules that may apply when traveling with an emergency traveling document or a temporary passport may differ. Ensure you check with the closest diplomatic mission for your destination before you leave.

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Cuba Healthcare

The healthcare system in Cuba is completely run by the government. The government operates a national health system and takes care of the administrative and fiscal responsibility for the health care of its citizens. Healthcare cost in Cuba could be high, especially for tourists and visitors. This is why it is recommended to get Cuba travel insurance before traveling out of Canada to Cuba.

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Cuba Travel Insurance News

Canadian tourists traveling to Cuba are advised to update their travel insurance documents and also re-evaluate their coverage.

As an agreement granting scheduled commercial U.S. airlines up to 110 flights to Havana and nine other outlying airports each day was signed, Canadians can expect increased competition as well as higher prices for Cuba goods and services.

According to the Cuba Tourist Board (CTB) located in Toronto, all visitors to Cuba are required to hold proof of health insurance that will cover them while in Cuba. The measure was first passed in 2010 and since then it applies to Canadians.

If visitors fail to hold such proof, they will be required to purchase coverage from an insurance company in Cuba located close to the respective ports of entry.

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