Cuban visa for Mexican citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Mexican 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 Mexican citizens to enter Cuba for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Cuba e-visa for Mexican citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Cuba visa on arrival for Mexican citizens | Not Available | |
Cuba tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Mexican 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 Mexico, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Cuba nearest your place of residence.
- Mexico City: The Embassy of Cuba in Mexico City, Mexico (Working hours: Close now Lunch time )
- Cancun: The Consulate of Cuba in Cancun, Mexico (Working hours: Close now Lunch time )
- Merida: The Consulate General of Cuba in Merida, Mexico (Working hours: Close now Lunch time )
- Monterrey: The Consulate General of Cuba in Monterrey, Mexico (Working hours: Close now Lunch time )
- Veracruz: The Consulate General of Cuba in Veracruz, Mexico (Working hours: Close now Lunch time )
Cuba visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Cuba diplomatic mission offices to Mexico for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Mexico traveling to Cuba from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Mexico) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 67,316 | N/A |
| 2009 | 69,316 | 2.97% |
| 2010 | 66,650 | -3.85% |
| 2011 | 468 | -99.30% |
| 2012 | 505 | 7.91% |
| 2013 | 529 | 4.75% |
| 2014 | 542 | 2.46% |
| 2015 | 105,767 | 19414.21% |
| 2016 | 131,353 | 24.19% |
| 2017 | 141,540 | 7.76% |
| 2018 | 171,555 | 21.21% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Cuba & Mexico comparison
Cuba's area is approximately 106,440 km2 (41,096 sq mi), while the area of Mexico is approximately 1,943,950 km2 (750,562 sq mi). This means Mexico is 18.26 times bigger than Cuba.
As of October 2025, Cuba's population is ~11.3 million people - 124,473,552 fewer people than the population of Mexico.
We have highlighted Cuba & Mexico’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Cuba | Mexico | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 11,292,636 | 135,766,188 | 124.5 million fewer people live in Cuba than Mexico |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 5 | 157 | Cuba has 152 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Mexico. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 28 | 114 | Cuba passport holders visit 86 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 88 | 212 | Cuban hosts 124 fewer foreign missions than Mexico. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Mexico travel to Cuba in one year?
The number of visitors from Mexico visiting Cuba in 2018 was approximately 171,555.
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| Humidity | 67% | |
| Wind | 2.06 km/h | |
| Sunrise | 19:36 PM | |
Useful Information
- Havana to Mexico City: 2486.16 km (1544.82 mi)
- Travel time: 5 hours 10 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025