27 Jul 2021 | 12:32 AM UTC
Cuba: Authorities maintain most existing COVID-19-related travel protocols and domestic restrictions as of July 26 /update 24
Cuban authorities largely maintain existing COVID-19-related international travel restrictions and domestic controls as of July 26.
Event
Cuban officials have maintained most existing COVID-19-related restrictions as of July 26. While the measures are slated to stay in force until further notice, authorities may adjust domestic restrictions at the provincial and municipal levels based on local case numbers. As of July 26, the following controls are in place:
International Travel Restrictions
All travelers must present a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR test taken no more than 72 hours before entry.
All travelers must declare their health status and must take a COVID-19 PCR test upon arrival.
All travelers must remain in mandatory isolation in designated hotel facilities at their own expense for seven days and undergo a second PCR test on the fifth or sixth day. The isolation period ends when the second test result is negative. Authorities will transfer those who test positive for COVID-19 to a hospital or health center.
All passengers must pay a sanitary/health tax included in the flight ticket price to cover the costs of sanitization and COVID-19 testing.
Some flight operations are continuing; however, flights are limited and cancellations may occur with little-to-no notice.
Domestic Measures
Most provinces remain under strict restrictions limiting nonessential commercial activity and public transport amid increasing COVID-19 case numbers. Local authorities can enforce tighter measures on business, public transport, and recreational and group activities based on local disease activity. Multiple different nightly curfews are in place which vary by province and/or municipality.
Individuals must abide by local restrictions, wear a facemask in all enclosed public spaces, and adhere to sanitization and physical distancing requirements.
Authorities could reimpose, extend, ease, or otherwise amend any restrictions with little-to-no notice depending on local disease activity over the coming weeks.
Advice
Follow all official instructions. Abide by national health and safety measures. Reconfirm all travel arrangements. Liaise with trusted contacts for further updates and guidance.
