Entry
Cuba has replaced the paper tourist card with an electronic visa (e-Visa), reported at about EUR 22 and valid for up to 90 days, which is paid through the Cuban embassy or consulate - ask the Cuban embassy in Jakarta how it works for Indonesians. You must also fill in the online D'Viajeros form (health, customs and immigration) up to 7 days before you arrive and show its QR code. Medical insurance that covers Cuba is required, a return ticket is needed and the passport should be valid for 6 months. Rules change often, so confirm everything with the embassy and your airline.
Top cities and places to visit
Where most visitors go, and the places travellers find most attractive - based on tourism rankings and official tourism sites (checked October 2026).
Colonial old town, vintage cars, the seaside Malecón, live salsa music and lively plazas.
Long white-sand beach peninsula lined with all-inclusive resorts, a few hours' drive from Havana.
Resort islands linked by a causeway, with turquoise water, quiet beaches and flamingos, served by direct flights.
UNESCO-listed colonial town of cobbled streets and pastel houses, near beaches and the Valley of the Sugar Mills.
Green valley of limestone hills and tobacco farms, great for hiking, horse riding and cigar-farm visits.
Eastern hub with strong Afro-Caribbean music traditions, revolutionary history and the seaside El Morro fortress.
Culture and practical - take note
Cubans are warm, musical and curious about visitors. Do not criticise the government or take photos of military or police. Cash is king: foreign-issued bank cards often do not work, so bring enough cash in a major currency and check how to change it - rates in banks and on the street differ, and use only official exchange offices. Power cuts, fuel shortages and limited internet are common. Staying in 'casas particulares' (private homes) is popular and gives a good insight into local life. Hurricane season runs about June to November. Bring basic medicines, toiletries and snacks, as shops can be short of them. Tip in small bills. Halal food is hard to find.
Emergency
Reported numbers: police 106, ambulance 104, fire 105 - confirm with your hotel or casa host.
Rules, fees and websites change often. We check these pages regularly (last check: 10 October 2026) but always confirm on the official site before you travel. Satu Koneksi Hotel is not responsible for third-party websites.