Do China passport holders need a visa to visit CU?

Chinese ordinary passport holders can travel to Cuba visa-free for tourism for up to 90 days. No visa or paper tourist card is needed, but you must complete the free online D'Viajeros entry form within 72 hours before arrival and carry travel medical insurance. Since 17 May 2024, Cuba grants unilateral visa exemption to holders of ordinary Chinese (PRC) passports for entry, transit, or stays of up to 90 days for tourism and short visits. This replaces the previous "tourist card" (tarjeta del turista) requirement, so Chinese ordinary passport holders no longer need to purchase a tourist card or obtain a consular visa for short trips. Travelers must still complete the mandatory free online D'Viajeros entry/health declaration within 72 hours (3 days) before arrival and present the resulting QR code on entry. Cuba requires all visitors to hold travel medical insurance valid in Cuba; spot checks occur and uninsured travelers may be required to buy a local policy. A passport valid for at least six months, a return/onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds are also expected. Note that the exemption applies only to ordinary passports: holders of Hong Kong SAR or Macao SAR passports, and Chinese diplomatic/service passports staying beyond their respective limits, are subject to separate rules and may still need a visa or tourist card. Stays beyond 90 days require advance arrangement (e.g., a visa or extension through Cuban immigration).