UK (FCDO) travel advisory — Cuba
Ongoing alert in Cuba — started June 5, 2026 at 2:06 PM. This page updates as the situation evolves.
What's happening
The UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has issued guidance advising against all non-essential travel to Cuba. This follows updated information regarding crime levels and power outages affecting the country. The advisory applies nationwide.
If you are currently in Cuba, be aware that conditions warrant heightened caution. Crime and infrastructure disruptions, including power outages, are present across the country. Avoid unnecessary movement, particularly after dark, and stay informed about local conditions where you are located.
Follow the instructions of local authorities and your embassy. Register with your government's travel registration service if you have not already done so. For health concerns related to power outages or other conditions, contact local health authorities. Consult the UK Foreign Office website for the most current guidance.
This alert is based on advisories from the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, the US State Department, and the Canadian government.
Written with the help of AI from Mira Safe's sourced data on August 24, 2026 · does not replace local guidance How this analysis is produced →
How it evolved
Alert raisedHigh
June 28, 2026 at 5:46 PM
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