Cuban visa for Italian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Italian passport holders visiting Cuba for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Italian citizens to enter Cuba for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Cuba e-visa for Italian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Cuba visa on arrival for Italian citizens | Not Available | |
Cuba tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Italian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Cuba.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Cuba.
If you are looking for Cuba visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Italy, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Cuba nearest your place of residence.
- Rome: The Embassy of Cuba in Rome, Italy (Working hours: Close now)
- Milan: The Consulate General of Cuba in Milan, Italy (Working hours: Close now)
Cuba visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Cuba diplomatic mission offices to Italy for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Italy traveling to Cuba from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Italy) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 117,912 | N/A |
| 2009 | 114,543 | -2.86% |
| 2010 | 112,298 | -1.96% |
| 2011 | 8,736 | -92.22% |
| 2012 | 9,430 | 7.94% |
| 2013 | 9,878 | 4.75% |
| 2014 | 10,125 | 2.50% |
| 2015 | 137,970 | 1262.67% |
| 2016 | 191,585 | 38.86% |
| 2017 | 227,829 | 18.92% |
| 2018 | 208,257 | -8.59% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Cuba & Italy comparison
Cuba's area is approximately 106,440 km2 (41,096 sq mi), while the area of Italy is approximately 294,140 km2 (113,568 sq mi). This means Italy is 2.76 times bigger than Cuba.
As of October 2025, Cuba's population is ~11.3 million people - 48,715,726 fewer people than the population of Italy.
We have highlighted Cuba & Italy’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Cuba | Italy | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 11,292,636 | 60,008,362 | 48.7 million fewer people live in Cuba than Italy |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 5 | 209 | Cuba has 204 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Italy. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 28 | 146 | Cuba passport holders visit 118 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 88 | 549 | Cuban hosts 461 fewer foreign missions than Italy. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Italy travel to Cuba in one year?
The number of visitors from Italy visiting Cuba in 2018 was approximately 208,257.
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| Humidity | 77% | |
| Wind | 1.79 km/h | |
| Sunrise | 18:58 PM | |
Useful Information
- Havana to Rome: 9254.95 km (5750.76 mi)
- Travel time: 19 hours 16 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025