U.S. citizens can now travel to Cuba for family visits, professional research, religious activities, humanitarian efforts, performances, sports, journalism and academic activities under revised regulations. Travelers should be aware that Cuban currency cannot be purchased in advance, there are two currencies in use, and power outlets require adapters. Internet access is highly regulated and expensive, so travelers should not expect to get work done requiring internet access. The pace in Cuba is more laid back, so buses and tours may not be exactly on time. Bottled water is recommended instead of tap water, and there is a $25 departure tax paid in cash at airports.

1. W H A T T O K N O W B E F O R E Y O U R
TRIP TO CUBA

2. U . S . C I T I Z E N S C A N N O W T R A V E L T O C U B A
• Under revised regulations that took effect on
January 16, Americans are now allowed to visit
Cuba.
• Categories of travel allowed: family visits,
professional research, religious activities,
humanitarian efforts, performances, sports,
journalism and academic among others.

3. C U R R E N C Y A N D C R E D I T C A R D S
• Cuban currency is not traded internationally, so you cannot
buy it in advance.
• There are two currencies in use in Cuba - the Cuban
Convertible Peso (commonly used by tourists) and the Cuban
Peso (the locals currency).
• You can exchange your money at the airport as well as most
Hotels and Resorts.

4. P O W E R C O N V E R S I O N
• The outlets in Cuba use 2 pronged 220V outlets.
• Typical North American plugs will not fit into most Cuban
outlets.
• Make sure you purchase a plug adapter and check the power
outage before plugging in appliances such as hair dryers and
laptops.

5. I N T E R N E T R E G U L A T I O N S
• Internet is highly regulated in Cuba and can very expensive.
• You are required to have a special permit to access the
internet and your usage will be closely monitored.
• Do not expect to be able to get work done that requires the
internet while you are traveling to Cuba.

6. C U B A N T I M E
• The island definitely runs on “Cuban time”
meaning that the pace of the country is fairly laid
back.
• Do not be upset if buses or tour guides are not
exactly on time!

7. D R I N K I N G W A T E R
• While Cuba is a clean and hygienic country, the
tap water is not recommended.
• To avoid an running your vacation with an upset
stomach, you should opt for bottled water.

8. D E P A R T U R E T A X
• Upon leaving Cuba you will be required to pay a
$25 tourist departure tax.
• The airports only accept cash, so make sure you
have the cash on hand.
• You are allowed to bring back up to $400 in goods
for personal use but no more than $100 in
combined alcohol and tobacco products.