Cuba passport → Israel
Do Cuban citizens need a visa for Israel?
Cuban passport holders need a visa for Israel, applied for in advance at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre.
Heads-up: some sources list this route as eVisa.
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.
Israel at a glance
- Capital
- Jerusalem
- Currency
- Israeli new shekel (ILS)
- Languages
- Arabic, Hebrew
- Calling code
- +972
- Region
- Western Asia
Israel for other passports
- CubaVisa required
IndiaeVisa
United StateseTA90 days
United KingdomeTA90 days
United Arab EmirateseTA90 days
ChinaVisa required
SingaporeeTA90 days
PakistanVisa required
BangladeshVisa required
Sri LankaeVisa
NepalVisa required
NigeriaVisa required
PhilippineseTA90 days
Nearby in Western Asia for Cuban passport holders
Common questions
Do Cuban citizens need a visa for Israel?
Cuban passport holders need a visa for Israel, applied for in advance at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre.
How long can Cuban citizens stay in Israel?
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 Israel?
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 can change, so give the official site a quick look before you fly.