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Cuba Visa for Zambia Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

Zambian citizens can obtain Cuba's Tourist Card (Tarjeta de Turista) online or through their airline before travel; fee about USD 25-30, processing 3-5 business days.

Guide last updated September 26, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid at least 6 months beyond the stay
  • Completed Tourist Card application (online or through the airline/travel agent)
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or casa particular address)
  • Return or onward ticket
  • Mandatory travel and health insurance covering the stay in Cuba, checked on arrival
  • Digital passport-style photo for the online application
  • No biometrics required for the Tourist Card itself

Visa types

  • Tourist Card (Tarjeta de Turista) - single entry, valid 30 days, extendable once for another 30 days at immigration in Cuba, fee approximately USD 25-30
  • Business visa - requires an invitation letter, applied for at the Cuban embassy, fee approximately USD 75
  • Family/visit visa - for travelers with Cuban relatives, arranged through the embassy

How to apply online

  • Apply via the Cuban government e-visa/Tourist Card system (minrex.gob.cu) or through the airline or travel agent handling the connecting flight
  • Fill in personal and trip details and upload a passport photo
  • Pay online by card
  • Approval is issued as a printable Tourist Card or reference number, typically within 3-5 business days
  • Present the printed card and insurance certificate at check-in and again on arrival in Havana

Fees & processing time

  • Tourist Card fee: approximately USD 25-30 (some agents charge USD 50-75 including a service fee)
  • Mandatory travel insurance: roughly USD 3 per day if not already covered by an existing policy
  • Total estimated cost: USD 40-100 depending on route and agent
  • Standard processing time: 3-5 business days
  • Some authorized agencies offer expedited same-day issuance for an extra fee

Tips for Zambia travelers

  • Apply well ahead of travel since there is no direct Zambia-Cuba flight; routes typically connect through Europe or the Caribbean
  • Always carry proof of insurance, as it is checked at Havana airport before entry
  • Common issues: missing insurance proof or unconfirmed accommodation details
  • Extensions can be arranged in Cuba at a local immigration office for another 30 days

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.