With a Cubacel mobile line, users in Cuba can communicate through phone calls, text messages (SMS), and mobile data plans. Receiving calls or messages is free, but the person who makes the call or sends the message pays according to the official rates set by ETECSA.

All calls, SMS, and plans are deducted from the main balance of the line, which can be easily recharged from abroad through Fonoma.

National calls have a flat rate, regardless of the distance between provinces:

The cost of international calls from Cuba depends on the destination:

Since May 2025, ETECSA’s voice and SMS plans are valid for 35 days and can be purchased directly using the main balance.

Mobile data plans are purchased directly from the phone using the main balance. In May 2025, ETECSA updated its combined data plans, all of which are valid for 35 days.

These plans are purchased through Transfermóvil, MiTransfer, the Servicios en Línea app, or directly at ETECSA offices.

These plans are paid in U.S. dollars (USD) via the MiTransfer wallet or with international cards at ETECSA offices.

ETECSA also offers a plan exclusively for Cuban apps ToDus and Nauta email:

This plan is paid with the main balance and is valid for 35 days.

You can check your available balance and resources directly from your phone using these USSD codes:

Cubacel’s mobile rates and plans offer multiple options to stay connected within Cuba and internationally, whether through calls, SMS, or mobile data. Users can choose the plan that best fits their needs and stay in touch with family and friends at all times.

And if you’re outside Cuba, Fonoma lets you recharge any Cubacel number in seconds, with no hidden fees and full transparency.

Do calls between provinces cost more?
No. All national calls in Cuba have the same rate, regardless of distance.

Do data plans include national browsing?
Yes. All plans include an extra 300 MB for websites under the “.cu” domain.

What happens if I buy a new plan before the old one expires?
Your remaining data, minutes, and SMS accumulate, and the validity is extended.

Where can I buy data or voice plans?
Through Transfermóvil, MiTransfer, the Servicios en Línea app, or at ETECSA offices.

Can I recharge the main balance from abroad?
Yes. You can easily do so through Fonoma, the fastest and safest way to send recharges to Cuba.