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Netherlands to Cuba visa requirements

Yes, a Netherlands passport holder needs a visa for Cuba, and since 2025 it is an online e-Visa (the old paper Tourist Card / "Tarjeta del Turista" was phased out and is no longer issued as of 1 January 2026). Dutch travelers apply online before departure, pay roughly EUR 22, and receive a single-entry e-Visa allowing a stay of up to 90 days (extendable once in Cuba for another 90). Mandatory medical travel insurance and the online D'Viajeros arrival form are also required. Cuba does not grant visa-free entry to Netherlands ordinary passport holders. Historically Dutch tourists used the paper Cuban Tourist Card (Tarjeta del Turista), but Cuba transitioned to a mandatory electronic visa (e-Visa) system. The e-Visa replaced the green and pink tourist cards, and after a series of extensions the paper card ceased to be valid at the end of 2025, leaving the e-Visa as the sole tourist entry document from 1 January 2026. Dutch citizens must apply online before travel through the official Cuban e-Visa portal (evisacuba.cu) or an authorized consulate/vendor. The e-Visa is single-entry, permits a stay of up to 90 days (extendable once for a further 90 days, max 180), and is generally processed within about 72 business hours; the visa document itself remains valid for travel for 12 months from issue. The government fee for EU nationals, including the Netherlands, is approximately EUR 22. Separately, Cuba requires all visitors to hold medical travel insurance valid for the duration of stay (random checks on arrival; uninsured travelers may have to buy local cover), and every traveler must complete the free online D'Viajeros health/customs/immigration declaration within 48 hours to 7 days before arrival to obtain a QR code shown at the border. Note: travelers who have visited Cuba on or after 12 January 2021 generally become ineligible for the US visa-waiver ESTA and must obtain a US visa for future US trips - a relevant consideration for many EU travelers. Cuba is not in the Schengen area, so Schengen 90/180 and ETIAS rules do not apply to entering Cuba.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Tourist e-Visa (electronic visa, replaces the former Tarjeta del Turista)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days, extendable once in Cuba for a further 90 days (max 180)
per entry
Entries
Single entry
from issue date
Visa fee
Approx. EUR 22 government fee (authorized vendors charge more)
consular fee only
Processing time
Typically within ~72 business hours
standard track
Validity
Valid for travel for 12 months from date of issue
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need the e-Visa and gather documents
As a Netherlands ordinary passport holder you need a Cuban tourist e-Visa. Have ready a passport valid for your trip, return/onward ticket, accommodation details, and proof of medical travel insurance.
· Passport· Return ticket· Insurance
/02
Apply online for the Cuba e-Visa
Submit your application through the official Cuban e-Visa portal (evisacuba.cu) or an authorized Cuban consulate/approved vendor. Enter personal and travel details and upload required documents.
· evisacuba.cu· Online
/03
Pay the visa fee
Pay the government fee (approx. EUR 22 for EU/Netherlands nationals). Depending on channel you may pay online or provide proof of payment to a consulate.
· ~EUR 22
/04
Receive the e-Visa by email
Wait for approval, usually within about 72 business hours. The approved e-Visa arrives by email - download and print it.
· ~72 hours· Print copy
/05
Buy mandatory travel medical insurance
Cuba requires all visitors to hold medical insurance covering the entire stay. Carry proof; random checks occur on arrival and uninsured travelers may be required to buy local cover.
· Required· Carry proof
/06
Complete the D'Viajeros form before arrival
Within 48 hours to 7 days before arrival, fill in the free online D'Viajeros health, customs and immigration declaration to obtain a QR code to show at the border.
· dviajeros.mitrans.gob.cu· QR code
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
Personalized checklist
Netherlands -> Cuba · Tourist e-Visa (electronic visa, replaces the former Tarjeta del Turista)
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RequiredNetherlands passport valid for the duration of your stay
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredApproved Cuba tourist e-Visa (printed copy)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredProof of medical travel insurance covering the whole stay
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredD'Viajeros QR code (completed within 48h-7 days before arrival)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredReturn or onward flight ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking or casa particular address)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RequiredVisa fee payment confirmation (approx. EUR 22)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedNote ESTA consequence: a Cuba visit voids US visa-waiver eligibility
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Official sourcesOfficial Cuban e-Visa portal (evisacuba.cu)D'Viajeros arrival declaration (Cuban Ministry of Transport)NetherlandsWorldwide - Cuba consular pages (Dutch government)
Application link included: Official Cuban e-Visa portal (evisacuba.cu)
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Government e-Visa fee (EU/Netherlands)~EUR 22Official fee when applying via the Cuban portal/consulate
Authorized vendor / agency service fee~EUR 30-60Optional; faster handling and D'Viajeros assistance, varies by provider
Mandatory travel medical insuranceVaries (~EUR 20-60 for a short trip)Required for entry; price depends on insurer and trip length
Total estimate~EUR 22 — ~EUR 120incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Official Cuban e-Visa portal / consulate
~72 business hours
Apply directly via evisacuba.cu or a Cuban consulate; lowest cost (~EUR 22).
Authorized vendor / travel agency
~12-72 hours
Faster, often includes D'Viajeros form help, but charges an added service fee.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
No visa-free agreement
The Netherlands has no visa-waiver arrangement with Cuba for tourism; an entry authorization is always required.
High
/02
Tourist card replaced by e-Visa
Cuba phased out the paper Tarjeta del Turista; the e-Visa became the sole tourist document from 1 January 2026.
High
/03
Single-entry limitation
The tourist e-Visa is single entry, so a second visit requires a new e-Visa.
Medium
/04
Mandatory insurance
Travelers must hold medical insurance for the whole stay; lack of proof can mean buying cover on arrival.
Medium
/05
Missing D'Viajeros QR code
Failure to complete the online D'Viajeros declaration before arrival causes delays at the border.
Medium
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30 · major
Netherlands to Cuba route verified
Confirmed via official Cuban e-Visa portal and travel sources that Dutch passport holders need the Cuba tourist e-Visa (single entry, up to 90 days, ~EUR 22); the paper tourist card ceased to be issued as of 1 January 2026.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Dutch citizens still use the paper Cuban Tourist Card?—
No. Cuba phased out the paper Tarjeta del Turista. After several extensions it stopped being valid at the end of 2025, and from 1 January 2026 the online e-Visa is the sole tourist entry document.
How long can a Netherlands passport holder stay in Cuba?+
How much does the Cuba e-Visa cost for Dutch travelers?+
Is travel insurance required to enter Cuba?+
What is the D'Viajeros form?+
Will visiting Cuba affect my future US travel?+
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