Bahamas urges citizens to avoid all non-essential travel to Cuba

NASSAU, Bahamas, Jun 8, CMC –  The Bahamas government is urging citizens to avoid all non-essential travel to Cuba, saying the country continues to experience challenges affecting electricity supply, fuel availability, transportation, and access to basic goods and services.

"These issues may impact daily life across the island, including in Havana, and could change with little notice. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs advises all Bahamian nationals travelling to or residing in the Republic of Cuba to exercise caution and to remain aware of current local conditions," a government statement said.

The statement said that, as of June 6, international Visa and Mastercard transactions have been suspended in Cuba and that "travellers should not expect to use foreign credit or debit cards for purchases or cash withdrawals."

The government is also urging citizens to avoid all demonstrations and gatherings and to follow instructions issued by local officials.

Cuba has been facing severe challenges in recent months after the United States imposed a further oil embargo on the island, following Washington's removal of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro from office in January.

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