Travel Advisory
January 5, 2024
Cuba - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
Reissued with updates to crime information.
Exercise increased caution in Cuba due tocrime.
Country Summary:Petty crime is a threat for tourists in Cuba. Also, violent crime, including armed robbery and homicide, sometimes occurs in Cuba.
Travel outside of the Havana area for U.S. Embassy employees requires a special notification process which may affect the Embassy’s ability to provide emergency assistance to U.S. citizens in Cuba.
Read thecountry information pagefor additional information on travel to Cuba.
If you decide to travel to Cuba:
- Be aware of your surroundings.
- Do not physically resist any robbery attempt.
- Do not display signs of wealth, such as wearing expensive watches or jewelry.
- Enroll in theSmart Traveler Enrollment Program(STEP)to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
U.S. citizens should always exercise caution when traveling abroad:
- Follow the Department of State onFacebookandTwitter.
- Review theCountry Security Reportfor Cuba.
- Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review theTraveler’s Checklist.
