Cuba visa requirements for Malaysians

Travel and visa requirements

Cuban Visa is not required for Malaysians

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • Nationals of Malaysia can travel to Cuba visa-free for a duration of 90 days.
  • All visitors to Cuba are to possess a valid passport of at least six months beyond the expected date of entry into Cuba. The passport should have at least two blank pages.
  • The export of Cuban convertible pesos (CUC) is strictly prohibited, regardless of the amount. When departing Cuba, tourists may export up to the equivalent of 5,000 USD. Tourists who want to export more than this amount must prove that the currency was acquired legitimately from a Cuban bank.
  • Visitors to Cuba can travel with cash. Also, the Cuban government requires that travellers declare cash amounts of over 5,000 USD.
  • Malaysians visiting Cuba with firearms and ammunition must receive permission from the Ministry of Interior of Cuba.
  • Minors travelling to Cuba must show travel authorization from their parents or guardians.
  • A yellow fever vaccination certificate is not demanded on arrival in Cuba, visitors are advised to be vaccinated against common illnesses before embarking on their travel.
  • Nationals of Malaysia travelling with pets must have obtained an official veterinary certificate.
  • Tourists are required to have a return or onward ticket and proof of enough funds to spend during their stay in Cuba.
  • Confirmation of accommodation during their stay in Cuba which could be in the form of a hotel reservation will be required.
  • Visitors hoping to travel to Cuba can do so from any international airport in Malaysia. There are international airports in Kuala Lumpur and Penang Island.
  • Airlines that intending visitors can board from Malaysia to Cuba include Air France, British Airways, Air Canada and KLM.
  • Flight duration from Kuala Lumpur to Havana, Cuba is 1 day, 3 hours and from Penang Island, it is 1 day, 10 hours.
  • 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 Kenyans are only able to exchange their Shillings for the CUC once they arrive, either at the airport currency exchange desk or other exchange outlets.
  • 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.
  • Christianity is the predominant religion in Cuba, precisely Roman Catholicism and the protestants.
  • 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.
  • Cuba uses the Cuba Daylight Time (GMT-4). Malaysia is 13 hours ahead of Cuba.
  • Tourists travelling to Cuba can budget about $60 to spend per day on expenses.
  • San Pedro de la Roca Castle, Museum of the Revolution and Beth Shalom's Synagogue are some of the tourist attractions 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

When is the best time to visit Cuba?

The best time of the year to visit Cuba is from December to May. During this period, the weather is clear and dry, and tourists can explore the beauty of Cuba.

Is Cuba safe for visitors?

Cuba is generally regarded as a safe destination for tourists. Crime rates in the country are generally low. The police are at every junction to manage any situation that might arise.

What language is spoken in Cuba?

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.

What currency is used in Cuba?

Cuba uses a dual currency with one type of money reserved for tourists and one for locals. The Cuban Convertible Peso, referred to as CUC (pronounced “cook”) is the currency available for visitors while Cuban Pesos is what the locals use. Note that you can only get CUC in Cuba and the bill is identified with the pictures of monuments on them.