Will I be questioned when I arrive back to the U.S.?

We ask our travellers to tell of their experience passing through border security on their return to the U.S. after visiting Cuba. The comments below are from real travellers who have visited Cuba. Were they asked questions by the immigration official, and if so, which questions? Were they asked to show paperwork? What was the reaction by the immigration official?

When returning to the U.S. you need to have your trip itinerary, travel affidavit, trip diary, and know the name of the license category of your legal trip to Cuba. See more about how to make a legal trip to Cuba

Real comments from returning travelers

Date of return: February 15, 2026
Were you asked to show your license? No

Comments:

There was almost no border control re-entering the US in Miami. We showed our passport (facial recognition) and walked right through. No declaration process or anything.

Date of return: February 15, 2026
Were you asked to show your license? Yes

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Date of return: February 15, 2026
Were you asked to show your license? No

Comments:

quick and smooth. No reference or questions related to Cuba travel

Date of return: February 15, 2026
Were you asked to show your license? No

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Unexpectedly uncomplicated

Date of return: February 15, 2026
Were you asked to show your license? Yes

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Totally smooth

Date of return: February 11, 2026
Were you asked to show your license? No

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It was pretty easy. They did specifically question me about bringing back alcohol or tobacco, but they didn't make a huge deal about it and they didn't search my bags. I did almost forget to state my OFEC reason for traveling to Cuba and I got a scrutinizing look before I remembered to say it.

Date of return: February 11, 2026
Were you asked to show your license? No

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No, it was way easier and simpler than expected. It was no different from any other customs experience for us.

Date of return: February 11, 2026
Were you asked to show your license? Yes

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Easy.

Date of return: January 28, 2026
Were you asked to show your license? No

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They didnt ask anything

Date of return: January 28, 2026
Were you asked to show your license? No

Comments:

I was not asked any questions about my trip when coming back to the US.

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