Cuba visa requirements for Indonesians

Travel and visa requirements

Cuban Visa is not required for Indonesians

Stay Duration: 30 days

Entry Requirements

  • The visa policy in Cuba provides that Indonesians can visit Cuba for a period of 30 days.
  • Intending visitors are to apply for a tourist card before traveling to Cuba.
  • Visitors are required to possess a passport with at least for six months' validity from the arrival date in Cuba. The passport must have at least two blank pages.
  • Visitors are also required to have a valid return or onward ticket as well as proof of sufficient funds to spend during their stay which could be in the form of a bank statement.
  • For visitors who intend extending their stay in Cuba, they can do so by applying for an extension at the Immigration Department in Cuba. Overstaying the stay duration will attract a fine.
  • Visitors are required to provide proof of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in Cuba. This could be in the form of a hotel reservation or a sponsor letter from a host living in the country.
  • Minors planning to enter the country must show travel authorization from their parents or guardians.
  • Indonesians coming into Cuba with US Dollars should note that the Government of Cuba charges a 10 percent fee for all US Dollar cash conversions. This does not apply to electronic transactions or cash conversions in other currencies.
  • Visitors should be aware that the export of Cuban convertible pesos (CUC) is strictly prohibited, regardless of the amount. 
  • Visitors are allowed to export up to the equivalent of 5,000 USD. Amount more than this must be declared.
  • Turkish Airlines, KLM and Air China are some of the airlines that fly from Indonesia to Cuba.
  • The estimated flight duration from Bali, Indonesia to Havana, Cuba is 21 hours 56 minutes.
  • Languages spoken in Cuba include the Cuban Spanish, Haitian Creole, Lucumi, Galician and Corsican. Cuban Spanish is the most popular, with an estimate of 11 million speakers.
  • The major religion in Cuba is Christianity, precisely Roman Catholicism and the protestants.
  • Cuba uses the Cuba Daylight Time (GMT-4), hence, Jakarta, Indonesia is 12 hours ahead of Cuba.
  • The climate in Cuba is tropical, with a dry and relatively cool season from November to Mid-April, and a rainy and muggy season from late April to early November. The climate is fairly uniform from one area to the other.
  • Visitors are advised to budget about $45 to spend on daily expenses while in Cuba.
  • Old Havana, Varadero, Trinidad and Guardalavaca are tourist sites worth visiting Cuba.
  • Cuba has two currencies which include the local currency or Cuban Peso, and the Cuban Convertible Currency or Cuban currency for tourists. Cuban currency is considered a closed currency, which means Rwandans are only able to exchange their Shillings for the CUC once they arrive, either at the airport currency exchange desk or other exchange outlets.
  • Tamales, medianoche, vaca frita and shrimps in coconut sauce are some of the dishes tourists can enjoy while in Cuba.
  • In Cuba, the power plugs and sockets are of type A, B, C and L. The standard voltage is 110/220 V and the standard frequency is 60 Hz.
  • Transportation in Cuba can be made possible with buses and taxis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cuba safe for visitors?

Yes, Cuba is remarkable a safe country to visit and location for tourists. Nevertheless, tourists are advised to take necessary precautions while in the country.


What is the best time to visit Cuba?

The best time to visit Cuba is from December to May when you can expect dry, sunny days and plenty of blue skies, as well as avoid both the rainy season and hurricane season.


How long should my passport be valid for before traveling to Cuba?

Indonesia nationals traveling to Cuba are required to have a passport valid for a minimum duration of six months beyond the date of arrival into the country. The passport should also have at least two blank pages.


What is the official currency used in Cuba?

Cuba has two official currencies and they are Cuban Peso, and the Cuban Convertible Currency or Cuban currency for tourists.