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Country briefing

Cuba

Part of Central America & Caribbean, which is at Medium relative threat (index 61/100). US Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

  • 1 incident
  • 0 severe (4–5)
  • 0 suspected terrorism
  • 0 deaths reported*

In the last 72 hours. *Sum of the highest figure cited per incident in publisher reports; tolls are often revised and may double count.

Official travel advice

UK Foreign Office

This travel advice has been reviewed for accuracy with changes made throughout, including protests in Cuba, power outages and fuel and water shortages, travel disruption, international card transactions, travel insurance, visa requirements, travelling to the USA from Cuba, taking money into Cuba, crime, money, taxis, emergency medical numbers and healthcare in Cuba (‘Warnings and insurance’, ‘Entry requirements’, ‘Safety and security’ and ‘Health’ pages).

Updated 25 Sept 2026

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US State Department

US Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

Advisory dated 7 May 2025

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SENTINEL's threat levels compare news activity between regions; they are not travel advice. Always read the full official advice before you travel.

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Incidents in Cuba