Poblete Tamargo analysts have noted an increase number of U.S. and foreign-based companies offering Cuba travel packages to persons living in the United States. We believe that some of these companies are making offers that appear to be outside the bounds set by the U.S. government for sponsored and educational travel to the island. In the process, they may be exposing customers to legal liablity. 

Tourism and tourism-like travel is not allowed for any persons travelling to Cuba, including U.S. persons with family on the island. People who are authorized to travel to Cuba remain subject to daily spending limits and are prohibited from bringing any Cuban “souvenirs” or other goods into the United States, with the exception of information and informational materials.

Civil and criminal penalties remain in place for violations of the Cuba sanctions regulations. 

The OFAC Advisory is available for review, here.