Effective May 1st, Cuba will be requiring all visitors to have travel medical insurance.  The government announcement states that “Upon demand after their arrival, travelers shall present a policy, insurance certificate or traveling assistance card valid for the time span they will stay in Cuba.”

If you forget, you will be required to purchase coverage from a Cuban insurer prior to being granted access.  The concern here is that the premiums may be much more than what is charged here, and the coverage will likely be very limited.  Repatriation is a big concern (air ambulence back the US or Canada for treatment).  Cuban policies are expected to only cover about $7,000 and the actual costs could easily exceed $25,000.

Plan be fore you go.  We handle a full range of travel medical policies that will cover your needs.