Cuba visa from Algeria
Last verified: July 2026 (evisacuba.cu source)
Do you need a visa for Cuba from Algeria?
Yes — and since January 2025, the Cuban e-Visa (evisacuba.cu) replaces the paper tourist card and is required for all air travellers. The application is online; ⚠️ payment is settled at the Cuban mission (not online), and medical insurance is mandatory on entry. OuiVisa lodges your e-Visa. For study, it is a consular visa.
Official source: evisacuba.cu
At a glance
- Main type
- Cuban e-Visa (evisacuba.cu)
- Since Jan 2025
- Replaces the paper tourist card
- System
- Online (payment at the consulate)
- Medical insurance
- Mandatory on entry
- OuiVisa processing
- Online (Track B)
- Fees
- per the portal — to confirm
- Study / work
- Consular visa (Track A)
- Passport
- valid ≥ 6 months
Choose your purpose of travel
Required documents (e-Visa)
- Passport (valid ≥ 6 months, 2 blank pages)
- Online e-Visa form (evisacuba.cu) + scanned passport page
- Digital photo (white background)
- Travel insurance with medical cover (mandatory in Cuba)
- Round-trip flight booking (proof of onward travel)
- Proof of accommodation (hotel or casa particular)
- Proof of funds for the stay
How to apply, step by step
- 1Complete the e-Visa online
On evisacuba.cu: scanned passport + photo + flight + accommodation.
- 2Settle the fee at the Cuban consulate
The official portal does not take online payment: the fee is paid at the Cuban mission (transfer / in person).
- 3Receive the e-Visa
An electronic authorisation to print / present.
- 4Take out medical insurance
Mandatory to enter Cuba.
- 5Travel
e-Visa, insurance and proof of onward travel to hand.
By purpose of travel
Cuba tourist e-Visa from Algeria
Which visa do you need to visit Cuba as a tourist from Algeria?
For tourism, Algerians do a Cuban e-Visa online (evisacuba.cu) — it replaces the tourist card. Havana, Varadero, Trinidad… Medical insurance mandatory. OuiVisa lodges the e-Visa.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Scanned passport page + digital photo
- Medical insurance + round-trip flight
- Accommodation (hotel / casa particular)
Questions about this purpose
How long can I stay?
Per the duration granted on the tourist e-Visa.
Cuba business e-Visa from Algeria
Which visa do you need for a business trip to Cuba from Algeria?
For meetings, trade shows or negotiations in Cuba, an e-Visa may fit short visitor activities; some business activities need a business visa (with invitation). No paid work. OuiVisa guides you per case.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Scanned passport page + digital photo
- Invitation from the Cuban host entity (if business visa)
- Medical insurance + round-trip flight
Questions about this purpose
Can I work on the e-Visa?
No. It covers visitor activities (meetings, trade shows), not paid work (which needs a work visa — outside scope).
Cuba family visit e-Visa from Algeria
Which visa do you need to visit a relative in Cuba from Algeria?
To visit family or friends in Cuba, the e-Visa (visit purpose) works — online at evisacuba.cu, with the host's address. Medical insurance mandatory. OuiVisa lodges the e-Visa.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Scanned passport page + digital photo
- Host address / details in Cuba
- Medical insurance + round-trip flight
Questions about this purpose
Do I need an invitation?
The host's address is requested; an invitation letter can strengthen the file.
Cuba medical e-Visa from Algeria
Which visa do you need for medical treatment in Cuba from Algeria?
Cuba is known for certain treatments. For care, Algerians do an e-Visa with a letter from the health facility (appointment + estimate), medical insurance and proof of funds — online at evisacuba.cu.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Letter from the Cuban health facility (appointment + estimate)
- Scanned passport page + digital photo
- Medical records + insurance + proof of funds
Questions about this purpose
What medical documents are required?
A letter from the Cuban health facility (appointment + estimate) and your medical records with your Algerian doctor's recommendation.
Short study in Cuba from Algeria
Which visa do you need for a short course in Cuba from Algeria?
For a short course (within the e-Visa), the e-Visa may suffice — online. Note: a formal program (medicine, language study in Cuba) needs a consular visa — see the long-stay study page.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Enrolment / course letter (short)
- Scanned passport page + digital photo
- Medical insurance + round-trip flight
Questions about this purpose
Do I need a consular visa?
No for a short course (e-Visa). A formal program needs a consular visa — see the dedicated page.
Transit in Cuba from Algeria
Do you need a transit visa for Cuba?
Cuba is usually a final destination rather than a transit point. As soon as you enter (even a short stay), the Cuban e-Visa (evisacuba.cu) applies, with mandatory medical insurance. A strictly airside transit without entering generally needs no visa — check per your connection.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Valid passport
- Onward ticket (connecting flight)
- Medical insurance (if entering)
Questions about this purpose
Do I need a visa to transit through Cuba?
Not for an airside transit. As soon as you enter, a Cuban e-Visa is required.
Fees (e-Visa)
| Cuban e-Visa | per the portal / consulate — to confirm |
| Medical insurance (mandatory) | per insurer |
| Bank / consulate transfer charges | varies |
Official fees: since January 2025, the Cuban e-Visa (evisacuba.cu) replaces the paper tourist card and is required for all air travellers. The application is done online, but ⚠️ the official portal does not take online payment: the fee is settled at the Cuban mission (transfer / in person). Travel insurance with medical cover is mandatory to enter Cuba. Passport valid ≥ 6 months + proof of onward travel. Study / work go through a consular visa. Confirm on evisacuba.cu.
Frequently asked questions
How is the Cuban e-Visa paid?
The application is online at evisacuba.cu, but payment is not online: the fee is settled at the Cuban mission (bank transfer or in person). OuiVisa prepares the file and guides you on payment.
Is insurance mandatory for Cuba?
Yes. Travel insurance with medical cover valid in Cuba is required on entry. OuiVisa can point you to a suitable policy.
How much is the e-Visa?
Per the Cuban portal / consulate schedule — to confirm.
What about study / work?
It is a consular visa via the Cuban mission; in-country residence is referred to a licensed adviser.
Is approval guaranteed?
No. Issuance is at the Cuban authorities' discretion; OuiVisa prepares and submits the e-Visa, but approval is not guaranteed.
Ready to do your Cuba e-Visa online?
OuiVisa prepares and lodges your Cuban e-Visa (evisacuba.cu) and guides you on insurance and the consulate payment. Check before submission.
Start my e-Visa onlineVisa application assistance — short and long stay, including study. OuiVisa does not provide immigration advice, residency, family reunification, work-permit or settlement services; for these we refer you to a licensed adviser. Visa issuance is at the competent authority's discretion; approval is not guaranteed.
