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Do Cuban citizens need a visa for Israel?

The answer depends on more than your passport. Below is what changes if you hold a residence permit or another country's visa.

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Answer · 29 October 2026

If you holdAnswerStaySource
Passport only Visa neededYou need a visa obtained in advance from an embassy or consulate. A B2 visa must be obtained in advance from an Israeli consulate; residents of India and Sri Lanka can use the eVisa-B2. — Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs: tourist visa requirements for foreign nationals confirmed by an official sourceCheck →
Schengen residence permit Visa neededYou need a visa obtained in advance from an embassy or consulate. A B2 visa must be obtained in advance from an Israeli consulate; residents of India and Sri Lanka can use the eVisa-B2. — Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs: tourist visa requirements for foreign nationals confirmed by an official sourceCheck →
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