France to Cuba tourist visa
Complete guide to Cuba e-Visa requirements for French citizens. Apply online for the official US$50 fee and travel for up to 90 days. Updated July 2026.
- Visa
- Cuba e-Visa
- Fee
- $50
- Processing time
- 72 business hours
- Length of stay
- Up to 90 days
Required documents
- Valid French Passport — Your passport must meet Cuban entry requirements for validity
- Cuban e-Visa (Carte de Tourisme) — Electronic tourist card required for entry, obtained online before travel
- D’Viajeros Digital Entry Form — Mandatory online health and customs declaration form completed before arrival
- Travel Insurance with Medical Coverage — Cuba requires all visitors to have valid travel insurance with medical coverage
- Return or Onward Ticket — Proof of departure from Cuba is required for entry
- Proof of Accommodation — Documentation of where you will stay in Cuba
- Sufficient Funds — Ability to support yourself during your stay
How to apply
- Valid French passport (at least — Valid French passport (at least 6 months validity beyond arrival)
- Email address — Email address
- Travel dates — Travel dates
- Accommodation address in Cuba (at — Accommodation address in Cuba (at least first night)
- Payment method — Payment method
- Passport details — Passport details
Common questions
- Do French citizens need a visa for Cuba?
- Yes. All French citizens need a tourist card (e-Visa) to enter Cuba for tourism. As of July 2025, Cuba requires the electronic visa system, which you must obtain before travel. The e-Visa costs approximately €22 and is processed within 72 hours.
- How do I get a Cuban e-Visa from France?
- Apply online at evisacuba.cu or through the Cuban Embassy in Paris. You need your passport details, travel dates, and accommodation information. The e-Visa is processed within 72 hours and sent to your email. Enter the e-Visa code in your D’Viajeros form before travel.
- How long can I stay in Cuba with a tourist visa?
- The Cuban tourist card allows stays of up to 90 days. You can extend for an additional 90 days by visiting a Cuban immigration office while in Cuba, paying approximately €25–40. Maximum total stay is 180 days.
- What is the D’Viajeros form?
- D’Viajeros is a mandatory digital entry form required for all travelers to Cuba. Complete it online at dviajeros.mitrans.gob.cu within 72 hours of arrival. Enter your e-Visa code, flight details, and accommodation address. You receive a QR code that immigration officers scan upon entry.
- Do I need travel insurance for Cuba?
- Yes. Cuba requires all visitors to have travel insurance with medical coverage. Your policy must include at least $10,000 medical coverage, emergency treatment, and repatriation. Immigration may ask for proof of insurance upon arrival. If you arrive without insurance, you must purchase from Asistur at the airport.
- Can I use my French bank card in Cuba?
- Generally yes. Unlike US cards, French credit and debit cards typically work in Cuba. Mastercard tends to work more reliably than Visa. However, always bring backup cash in Euros as ATMs can be unreliable and not all establishments accept cards. Euros are widely accepted throughout Cuba.