Cuba
The practical basics before you go: plugs, emergency numbers, money, tipping and the time.
The country in brief
About 10.9 million people live in Cuba, on 109,884 km². The capital is Havana.
- Capital
- Havana
- Population
- 10,937,203
- Area
- 109,884 km²
- Official languages
- Spanish
No land borders
Facts change, so check the important things before you travel.
Population: World Bank, 2025 (CC BY 4.0). Capital, area and languages: Wikidata. Facts fetched October 30, 2026.
Before you go
Which plugs are used in Cuba?
Sockets take plug type A/B/C/L, at 110 V and 60 Hz.
That is lower than Europe's 230 V: phone and laptop chargers handle it, but check hair dryers and the like.
What is the emergency number in Cuba?
Call 106 for the police, 104 for an ambulance and 105 for the fire brigade.
Do you tip in Cuba?
About 10 %.
Which side of the road do they drive on in Cuba?
Traffic drives on the right.
What currency is used in Cuba?
Prices are in Cuban Peso (CUP).
What language do they speak in Cuba?
Official languages: Spanish.
How do I call a number in Cuba from abroad?
To call a number there from abroad, start with +53.
Entry rules and travel advice
Visa rules depend on your passport and can change at short notice. Your own government keeps them up to date, so check its advice before you book.
Links checked October 30, 2026.
