Cape VerdeCuba: e-Visa

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Do Cape Verde passport holders need a visa for Cuba?

e-Visa

Yes. Cape Verde 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.

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
    Distance6,215 km, straight line (~7h 49m nonstop)
    Visa-free access to Cuba19 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Cuba passport holders visiting Cape Verde: Visa on arrival.

Visa-free alternatives near Cuba

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

Other visa-free destinations for Cape Verde passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Cape Verde passport holders need a visa for Cuba?

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

How long can Cape Verde citizens stay in Cuba without a visa?

Up to 3 months, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Cuba from Cape Verde?

About 6,215 km in a straight line, roughly ~7h 49m 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 Cape Verde passport holders visit without a visa instead of Cuba?

Bahamas, Haiti, Bermuda.

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.