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Do French passport holders need a visa for Cuba?

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Visa required. French passport holders need a Cuban tourist visa before travel.

The tourist visa is valid for 90 days for 1 entry and can be renewed once for the same period. Apply online; within 72 hours before travel, complete the D’viajeros form online and present the generated document at departure and on arrival. Travelers need a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival and a return or onward ticket. Travel medical insurance is required.

Source: France Diplomatie. Checked Oct 19, 2026See the source

Maximum stay: 90 days; 1 entry; renewable once for the same period
Passport validity: 6 months past arrival
Pre-travel authorization: D’viajeros form; Complete within 72 hours before travel
Onward ticket: Return or onward ticket

Before you fly

Tourist visa and D’Viajeros

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Read the guide Cuba travel guide

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