Hungary→Cuba
Hungary to Cuba
What should I do before I travel?
Before you fly, apply for an electronic visa (e-visa) for Cuba. The e-visa must be applied for online in advance or via a Cuban embassy or consulate; you must have the permission granted before travel. Ensure your passport (ordinary or temporary) is valid for at least six months beyond your planned date of entry. Obtain travel insurance, because travel insurance is a condition of entry to Cuba.
If you are under 18, arrange a travel authorisation stamped by the Cuban embassy before departure.
What happens at the border?
Cuba requires you to complete an arrival registration online prior to arrival.
You may obtain the e-visa online or at a Cuban embassy or consulate; Cuba maintains representation in Hungary so you can apply without leaving the country.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa to travel to Cuba from Hungary?
Hungarian citizens need an electronic visa (e-visa) to enter Cuba for tourism. You must apply for the e-visa online in advance or at a Cuban embassy or consulate before travel.
How do I get the Cuban visa?
The e-visa for Cuba must be applied for online in advance or at a Cuban embassy or consulate. You must have the e-visa granted before you travel.
How long does my passport need to be valid?
Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your date of entry into Cuba. Both ordinary passports and temporary passports are accepted.
Do I need travel insurance for Cuba?
Travel insurance is a condition of entry to Cuba. You must have travel insurance in place when you arrive.
Do I need any vaccinations for Cuba?
No vaccination is mandatory for entry to Cuba. Hepatitis A vaccination is recommended.
What do minors need to travel to Cuba?
If you are under 18, you need a travel authorisation stamped by the Cuban embassy. Make sure the authorised document is obtained before travel.
Where can I check the official rules?
When was this last checked?
Our checker last confirmed these requirements on August 14, 2026. Entry rules can change without notice, so confirm against the official source below before you travel.
Before you travel
- 1Apply before you travel
Apply before you book. Processing times vary, and a refusal cannot be appealed at the border.
Apply on the official site - 2Check your passport
Your passport must stay valid for 6 months beyond your trip.
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- 4Travelling with a child
Travel Authorization with Embassy Stamp
- Save your embassy’s contact
Your nearest mission: Cuba — worth having if your documents are lost.
Open the embassy page - Read our travel guides
Local knowledge, seasons and customs — things they won't check at the border but that your trip depends on. Everything you need to know.
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More about Cuba
Americas
- Capital
- Havana
- Currency
- Cuban Peso (CUP)
- Known for
- Cuba Libre, vintage cars, cigars, beautiful beaches
- Food
- Ropa Vieja, Picadillo, Tostones