ArubaCuba: e-Visa

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Do Netherlands passport holders need a visa for Cuba?

e-Visa

Yes. Netherlands passport holders need a visa for Cuba, available online as an e-visa before travel.

An e-visa must be applied for and approved online before travel.

Aruba does not issue its own passport; residents travel on a Netherlands passport. See the Netherlands passport.

Source: misiones.cubaminrex.cu (checked July 19, 2026).

    Requiremente-Visa
    Maximum stay3 months
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelYes, arrange in advance
    Data as of2026-10-14
    Distance1,759 km, straight line (~2h 34m nonstop)
    Visa-free access to Cuba19 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Cuba passport holders visiting Aruba: Visa required.

Visa-free alternatives near Cuba

Netherlands passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Netherlands passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Netherlands passport holders need a visa for Cuba?

Yes. Netherlands passport holders need a visa for Cuba, available online as an e-visa before travel.

How long can Netherlands citizens stay in Cuba without a visa?

Up to 3 months, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Cuba from Aruba?

About 1,759 km in a straight line, roughly ~2h 34m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Cuba?

Cuban convertible peso (CUC).

What is the emergency number in Cuba?

104 / 105 / 106.

What time zone is Cuba in?

Havana (UTC-4).

What is the nearest airport to Havana?

José Martí International Airport (HAV), about 17 km away.

How many countries can enter Cuba without a visa?

19 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Cuba visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Netherlands passport holders visit without a visa instead of Cuba?

Cayman Islands, Bahamas, Jamaica, Belize, Honduras, Haiti.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.