Buying property in Cuba as a foreigner

Not legal advice

This page is a general overview for readers of Cuba Habitat. It is not legal, tax, or sanctions advice. Rules and enforcement change. Before you rely on any of it, confirm the current steps with a Cuban notary and, where it applies to you, your own lawyer.

What changed on 21 October 2026

From 21 October 2026, a foreigner can buy property in Cuba through a notary. Cuba Habitat lists homes, apartments, land, and buildings that are for sale. We do not list holiday rentals, and we do not take part in the payment.

Tax and how many homes

The transfer tax described for these sales is 4% for the buyer and 4% for the seller. Cash payments are not allowed. A non-resident can hold up to two homes.

Old Havana, Centro Habana, and tourist zones

An extra authorization can be required for Old Havana, Centro Habana, and tourist zones. A listing on this site is not that authorization.

If you are a US person

US persons, including US citizens, permanent residents, people located in the United States, and US companies, remain subject to US sanctions on Cuba, including the Cuban Assets Control Regulations. Those rules can restrict buying, selling, or financing property in Cuba even when Cuban law allows the transaction. Cuba Habitat does not decide whether you are authorized. If you might be a US person, speak with a US sanctions lawyer before you inquire, negotiate, or pay. This site is not a way around those rules.

What this marketplace does

Sellers and agents can publish for free. Buyers can read and send a message for free. Listings start in review. A separate Verified badge means an admin checked a title document or held a video call. It is not a government guarantee of title.