A practical Cuba packing list should prioritize entry documents, cash, medication, charging backup and essential supplies that may be difficult to replace locally.
Packing checklist
Cuba Packing List: what travellers should bring
Pack for autonomy: documents offline, enough cash, medication, charging equipment, personal-care items and first-day essentials in your carry-on.
Carry-on essentials
- Passport, visa or eVisa information and D’Viajeros QR code.
- Travel insurance certificate and emergency contacts.
- Medication for the trip plus a reasonable delay.
- Cash divided between two secure places.
- Phone, charger, power bank and cables.
- One change of clothes, swimwear and basic toiletries.
- Hotel address, transfer voucher and flight details offline.
Checked-bag checklist
| Category | Useful items |
|---|---|
| Clothing | Light clothing, hat, sandals, walking shoes and a light rain layer |
| Sun and insects | Sunscreen, after-sun care and insect repellent |
| Personal care | Preferred hygiene products and enough supplies for the full stay |
| Health | Basic first-aid supplies, oral rehydration and prescriptions |
| Power | Adapter if required, multi-port charger and spare cable |
Documents to save offline
- Passport identification page.
- eVisa code and D’Viajeros QR code.
- Insurance policy and assistance number.
- Flights, hotel voucher and transfer confirmation.
- Prescriptions and medication list.
- Offline maps and emergency contacts.
Medication and health supplies
Keep essential medication in the carry-on, preferably in original labelled packaging. Do not assume a specific medication, sunscreen, contact-lens product or personal-care item will be easy to replace locally.
Power and Internet backup
Charge devices before travel, carry a power bank and download maps and documents before departure. Outages can affect hotel WiFi, mobile networks, elevators and card terminals.
Common packing mistakes
- Putting medication or documents in checked baggage.
- Bringing only large cash bills.
- Depending on hotel shops for essential products.
- Forgetting a backup charging cable.
- Packing too many donations while omitting personal essentials.
Related English guides
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