Cuba Travel & Emergency Guide
Essential emergency numbers, speed limits, etiquette & travel tips
Open in WooGu (100% Offline)Emergency Numbers in Cuba
106
General Emergency
106
Police
104
Ambulance / Medical
105
Fire Department
Key Travel Facts
Capital
Havana
Currency
CUP ($)
Official Language
Spanish
Country Code
+53
Driving Rules & Speed Limits in Cuba
Urban / City
50 km/h
Rural
90 km/h
Highway
100 km/h
Alcohol Limit
0.5 ‰
Toll & Vignette: No highway tolls. Watch for potholes, hitchhikers, and horse carts. Avoid driving at night.
Tipping & Etiquette
Recommendation: 10 percent standard in restaurants, bars, and for street musicians. Cash tips in EUR or CUP are highly appreciated due to local economic conditions.
- DO Carry printed proof of travel health insurance for border entry.
- DO Tip musicians and local artisans performing in squares and cafes.
- DO Support private guesthouses ('Casas Particulares') and restaurants ('Paladares').
- DON'T Never take photos of military installations, police, or port infrastructure.
- DON'T Do not exchange currency with unofficial street touts.
- DON'T Do not bring drones into Cuba (confiscated immediately at customs).
Power Sockets & Tap Water
Plug Type & Electricity: Type A, B & C (110V/220V, 60Hz – universal travel adapter recommended).
Tap Water: Tap water is NOT potable. Only consume bottled or boiled water.
Insider Tip: US-issued credit/debit cards do NOT work in Cuba due to the embargo. Bring sufficient cash in Euros (EUR) or Canadian Dollars. Stay in licensed private homestays ('Casas Particulares') for an authentic experience!
