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Cuba is a country popularly known for its cigars, this is due to the tobacco fields present in the country. The country is also blessed with beaches and seaside resorts in which is prime for tourists for snorkeling and scuba diving. Tourists can learn a thing or two from native Cubans dancing salsa in dance clubs around the country.

Tourism is one of the main sources of revenue generation in Cuba. Millions of tourists’ troop into Cuba yearly to enjoy the warm weather and the beaches. The country is in no doubt a premium destination for tourists.

On purchase of any item in the country, you should request for a receipt. This is because the receipt can be requested by Customs on departure from Cuba. Despite the presence of tobacco fields in the country, the country has a strict law on the use, possession or trafficking of illegal drugs.

Types of Cuba Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Visa 90 days

Places in Visas of Cuba Fees

Visa Type Sub Type Visa Fees
Visa Not available

FAQs about Places in Visas of Cuba

Does a Kenyan need a visa to enter Cuba ?

No, Kenyans do not require a visa to get into Cuba. Intending travellers are however still required to carry an original passport valid for up to six months beyond the planned date of exit from Cuba.

Is an extension of stay allowed for Kenyans ?

Yes. Visitors may be allowed to extend their stay by 30 days, after submitting an application to the Immigration Department.

What is a typical Cuban breakfast ?

A typical Cuban breakfast consists of bread slices wet in café con leche, a combination of strong coffee with warm milk.

How long can I stay in Cuba without a visa ?

A Kenyan tourist can stay up to 90 days in Cuba without a visa. Visa extension is also possible under certain conditions.

What is the cheapest month to go to Cuba ?

The cheapest month to visit Cuba is between September and November. This period is regarded as an off season and travel expenses are generally lower.

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Visa from Kenya to Cuba
Visa from Kenya to Cuba

Visa from Kenya to Cuba

Visas of Cuba, Visa-Free, Visa

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For a period of 90 days, Kenyans who want to visit Cuba can do so without a visa. Visitors hoping to travel to Cuba are required to have a passport valid for at least six (6) months from the expected date of entry into Cuba. Minors planning to enter the country must show travel authorization from their parents or guardians. Tourists can also extend their stay once by a month, by applying at the Immigration Department. Overstaying the stay duration will attract a fine. In Cuba, your Kenyan debit card may not work. Tourists are advised to bring along cash while travelling. The Cuban government requires that travellers declare cash amounts of over 5,000 USD. Kenyans coming into Cuba with US Dollars should note that the Government of Cuba charges a 10 per cent fee for all US Dollar cash conversions. This does not apply to electronic transactions or cash conversions in other currencies. Visitors should note that the export of Cuban convertible pesos (CUC) is strictly prohibited, regardless of the amount. When departing Cuba, Kenyans may export up to the equivalent of 5,000 USD. Anyone wishing to export more than this amount must prove that the currency was acquired legitimately from a Cuban bank. 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 the stay is important. Prospective visitors hoping to travel to Cuba can do so from any international airport in Kenya. There are international airports in Nairobi, Kisumu and Mombasa. Airlines that intending visitors can board from Kenya to Cuba include Kenya Airways, Air France, KLM, Air Europa, EgyptAir. Flight duration from Nairobi to Havana, Cuba is 21 hours, 40 minutes, 1 day, 3 hours from Kisumu, and 1 day 1 hour from Mombasa. 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), which puts Kenya seven hours ahead in time. 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. 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. 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.