Travel Insurance Required for Traveling
to Cuba:
Since May 1, 2010, travelers must present
proof of health insurance in order to enter the Cuba. Upon
arrival, travelers may be required to present an insurance
policy, insurance certificate, or medical assistance card
valid for the period of their stay in Cuba. Those who do not
have proof of insurance coverage may be required to obtain
health insurance from a Cuban insurance company when they
arrive.
Temporary residents also have to hold valid
health insurance policies.
Although proof of Canadian provincial health
insurance is sufficient for visitors to enter Cuba, your provincial
plan may cover only part of the costs and will not pay the
bill up-front, as required. It is therefore recommended that
travelers purchase supplemental health insurance. Note that
some private insurers also require the traveler to pay costs
up-front and be reimbursed late. Travelers should note that
Cuban authorities will not allow anyone with outstanding medical
bills to leave the country.
All health insurance policies are recognized, except those
issued by U.S. insurance companies, as they cannot provide
coverage in Cuba.
USA and Canadians residents can contact
an RBC Travel Insurance representative at 1 800 597 1806 to
obtain a travel health insurance quote valid for Cuba.
Canadians can get a quote and book online
here: Online
quote for Canadian Residents
USA residents can get a quote and book online
here: Online
quote for USA Residents
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