The best travel insurance for your stay in Cuba.

Are you travelling to Cuba soon?

You are required to take out travel insurance!

Are you travelling to Cuba for leisure? Whether you are staying in the capital, Havana, or exploring Trinidad and Santiago de Cuba, please note that you are required to take out travel insurance that includes medical coverage. You will need a travel insurance certificate from an approved insurer such as Redion.

Insurers approved by the Cuban authorities

Only five insurers are approved for Cuba. Redion is one of the five insurers offering travel insurance for this destination.

What travel insurance should you take out for a stay in Cuba?

You can choose between temporary travel insurance and annual travel insurance. If you travel several times a year, annual insurance is often the more economical option. The most important thing is to have coverage for your medical expenses and the guarantee of repatriation in the event of a serious medical problem.

At Redion, these benefits are included in all travel insurance policies. Both annual and temporary travel assistance policies can therefore be taken out for a trip to Cuba.

Travelling to Cuba with your family and children?

Children must also be covered for medical expenses when travelling to Cuba. Therefore, do not forget to take out travel assistance insurance for the entire family.

An insurance certificate in English is mandatory for Cuba.

You need proof that you have taken out travel insurance in order to submit your visa application. If you do not have this proof, your application will not be accepted. It is therefore best to arrange your travel insurance in good time. Redion provides you with a FREE certificate in English, specifically valid for Cuba, stating that you are covered for medical expenses when you take out travel insurance.

What vaccinations are required for Cuba?

No vaccinations are mandatory for travel to Cuba. However, depending on the type of trip you are taking and the areas you plan to visit, it may be advisable to protect yourself against tetanus, polio, hepatitis A, and diphtheria.

Between six weeks and at least two weeks before your departure, consult the websites of the Institute of Tropical Medicine in Antwerp ( www.itg.be ) and the World Health Organization ( www.who.int ) for further information and to make any necessary preparations.

What travel medicine kit should you take to Cuba?

Cuba often experiences shortages of medicines. Pharmacies, especially outside Havana, are frequently poorly stocked. It is therefore advisable to bring a small travel medicine kit containing items such as adhesive bandages, medication for fever, diarrhea, constipation, insect bites, sunburn, and, if necessary, motion sickness.

Important: If you are carrying a large quantity of medication, do not forget to declare it at customs.

It is best to carry medicines in their original packaging and, if possible, bring proof of purchase.

For more information, you can consult our blog.

The months from June to October are the most likely period for hurricanes and tropical storms. Cuba generally experiences one or two hurricanes each year. Keep this in mind when booking your trip.

Possible natural disasters in Cuba

Hurricanes and tropical storms may occur in Cuba from June through October. The country generally experiences one or two hurricanes per year. If you travel to Cuba during hurricane season, there is a real possibility that a hurricane could affect the country during your stay.

What should you pay attention to during a holiday in Cuba?

Most trips to Cuba take place without any issues.

If you are travelling to Cuba, keep the following points in mind:

  • Watch out for horses and horse-drawn carriages on the roads;
  • It is often not possible to withdraw money using a bank card, so bring enough cash;
  • Internet access throughout the country is fairly limited;
  • Most Cuban roads are poorly lit;

Be wary of scams. Some people may try to obtain money by telling a sad story. Children are often involved as well.

Crime in Cuba

For information about crime in Cuba, we recommend consulting the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. They provide up-to-date information regarding safety and security abroad.

Tip: Be careful when exchanging money and always count your banknotes before handing them over to someone else. It is advisable to calculate in advance, together with the exchange office employee, how many CUC you should receive.

Do you still have questions about your travel insurance for Cuba? You can contact Redion by telephone on +32 (0) 2 533 75 75 or via LiveChat!