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Do Eritrea citizens need a visa for Cuba?

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Eritrea citizens need a visa to enter Cuba. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.

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Eritrea vs Cuba: passport comparison

Eritrea

12

visa-free countries

Global rank: #185 · mobility 68.9

Cuba

29

visa-free countries

Global rank: #138 · mobility 84.9
6

countries both Eritrea and Cuba can enter visa-free together

Eritrea + Cuba: passport compatibility

78%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Eritrea and Cuba travel together — by entry type:

6 both visa-free
22 both visa on arrival
36 both e-visa / eTA
90 both need a visa
43 access differs

Where Eritrea and Cuba can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (6)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Country Max stay Passport rank
Dominica 21 days #70
Gambia 90 days #132
Micronesia 30 days #89
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 90 days #56
Seychelles 90 days #58
Singapore 30 days #12

Only Eritrea is visa-free (6)

Cuba: good to know

Havana

Capital

Cuban Peso (CUP)

Currency

Cuba Standard Time (UTC-5)

Time zone

+53

Calling code

Where else Eritrea goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Cuba

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Visa

Obtained at the embassy in advance

Frequently asked

Do Eritrea citizens need a visa for Cuba?
Eritrea citizens need a visa to enter Cuba. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — Eritrea or Cuba?
The Cuba passport is stronger: 29 visa-free countries versus 12. Global rank: Eritrea #185, Cuba #138.
Where can Eritrea and Cuba citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 6 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Cuba?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus a visa obtained from the embassy in advance. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Eritrea and Cuba?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

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