Cuban visa for Portuguese citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Portuguese 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 Portuguese citizens to enter Cuba for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Cuba e-visa for Portuguese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Cuba visa on arrival for Portuguese citizens | Not Available | |
Cuba tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Portuguese 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 Portugal, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Cuba nearest your place of residence.
- Lisbon: The Embassy of Cuba in Lisbon, Portugal (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 21 minutes)
Cuba visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Cuba diplomatic mission offices to Portugal for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Portugal traveling to Cuba from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Portugal) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 2,577 | N/A |
| 2009 | 2,312 | -10.28% |
| 2010 | 2,155 | -6.79% |
| 2011 | 2,457 | 14.01% |
| 2012 | 2,652 | 7.94% |
| 2013 | 2,778 | 4.75% |
| 2014 | 2,848 | 2.52% |
| 2015 | 2,948 | 3.51% |
| 2016 | 2,778 | -5.77% |
| 2017 | 2,514 | -9.50% |
| 2018 | 2,722 | 8.27% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Cuba & Portugal comparison
Cuba's area is approximately 106,440 km2 (41,096 sq mi), while the area of Portugal is approximately 91,590 km2 (35,363 sq mi). This means Portugal is 16.21% smaller than Cuba.
As of May 2024, Cuba's population is ~11.3 million people - 1,221,005 more people than the population of Portugal.
We have highlighted Cuba & Portugal’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Cuba | Portugal | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 11,299,432 | 10,078,427 | 1.2 million more people live in Cuba than Portugal |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 5 | 128 | Cuba has 123 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Portugal. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 28 | 141 | Cuba passport holders visit 113 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 88 | 150 | Cuban hosts 62 fewer foreign missions than Portugal. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Portugal travel to Cuba in one year?
The number of visitors from Portugal visiting Cuba in 2018 was approximately 2,722.
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| Humidity | 82% | |
| Wind | 6.17 km/h | |
| Sunrise | 12:28 PM | |
Useful Information
- Havana to Lisbon: 7181.76 km (4462.54 mi)
- Travel time: 14 hours 57 minutes
This page was last updated on: May 2024