Cuba passport → Brazil
Do Cuban citizens need a visa for Brazil?
Cuban passport holders need a visa for Brazil, applied for in advance at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre.
What this means for your trip
- Book an appointment with the embassy, consulate or its visa centre early. Waits can be long in peak season.
- Typical documents: application form, photos, bank statements, ITR, employment letter, bookings and travel insurance.
- If you already hold certain other visas, a simpler route may apply. Check the section below.
Brazil at a glance
- Capital
- Brasília
- Currency
- Brazilian real (BRL)
- Languages
- Portuguese
- Calling code
- +55
- Region
- South America
Brazil for other passports
- CubaVisa required
IndiaVisa required
United StateseVisa
United KingdomVisa-free90 days
United Arab EmiratesVisa-free90 days
ChinaVisa-free30 days
SingaporeVisa-free30 days
PakistanVisa required
BangladeshVisa required
Sri LankaVisa required
NepalVisa required
NigeriaVisa required
PhilippinesVisa-free90 days
Nearby in South America for Cuban passport holders
Common questions
Do Cuban citizens need a visa for Brazil?
Cuban passport holders need a visa for Brazil, applied for in advance at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre.
How long can Cuban citizens stay in Brazil?
The allowed stay depends on the visa you are granted. Check the decision letter or entry stamp.
Can Cuban citizens get a visa on arrival in Brazil?
Not under the standard rules.
How many countries can Cuban citizens visit without a visa?
55 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The Cuba passport ranks #72 of 94 (passports with equal scores share a rank).
Source: Wikipedia, Visa requirements for Cuban citizens (edited 1 Jul 2026), CC BY-SA 4.0. Last checked 11 Oct 2026. Rules change. Always confirm with the official embassy or immigration website of Brazil before you travel.