Only Cubans with visas approved by this date will be allowed to enter the United States.

Pay attention, because as of today, June 9, only Cubans with visas approved and sealed in the cuban passport will be able to enter United States hereinafter. On June 9, travel restrictions were established from several countries, including Cuba and Venezuela, to the United States, and Cubans are unfortunately on the list of those "punished" by President Donald Trump and his "anti-immigration" policies.

According to several reports from the press and specialists, based on official documents, Cubans who already have visas approved and stamped in their passports to enter the United States can rest easy, despite the proclamation issued on the night of Wednesday, June 4, by President Donald Trump, which imposes new immigration restrictions.

The White House clarified on June 5 that Citizens with valid visas issued and stamped before June 9 2025 They will not be affected by Trump's new regulations. This means they will be able to enter the country as planned, without having their immigration documents revoked.

However, those who have been approved for visas but unfortunately have not yet received one will very likely have their visas revoked. Likewise, tourist, business, study, cultural exchange, religious, and other visas will no longer be issued to Cubans traveling to the United States until further notice.

The presidential proclamation, based on "national interest" grounds, establishes a series of restrictions for travelers from 19 countries, divided between those with a total ban and others with exceptions. Cuba falls into the latter category.

What does this mean for Cubans with a valid visa to the United States?

An immigration attorney explained that those already in the United States legally with their visas or with active visas who are outside the country will not experience any changes to their status and will be able to enter the United States with their Cuban visas.

For its part, the US administration emphasized that “No immigrant or nonimmigrant visa issued before the applicable effective date of this proclamation shall be revoked pursuant to this proclamation.”.

This includes tourist visas (B2), short-term business visas (B1), study visas, and other categories. However, those seeking new visas after June 9 2025 will be denied that possibility.

What should Cubans planning to travel to the U.S. know? Miami media reports that Cubans with visas issued before the measure came into effect will be able to continue with their travel plans. without inconveniences.

However, it is recommended to stay informed through official sources and consult with immigration lawyers to resolve any specific questions. But apparently for those who If you already have your visa approved and stamped before June 9, the door to the United States remains open.