Send Money to Cuba from Spain
From Spain you can send money to MLC bank accounts, top up cards or send cash to Cuba — or load the BANDEC Tropical card in dollars. Pay in euros by credit card, bank transfer or MyBank.
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Ways to send money to Cuba from Spain
With Fonmoney Cuba you can send money to Cuba from Spain directly online. Everything is handled on the web, with no branches and no middlemen. If you live in Spain and prefer to manage your transfer to Cuba in English, this page is for you.
The most-searched option from Spain is to send money to an MLC card from Spain. You also have cash delivery, the BANDEC Tropical card and Cubacel top-ups:
| Service | Description |
|---|---|
| MLC bank transfer | Send to an MLC account at BPA, BANDEC or Banco Metropolitano |
| MLC card | Top up an existing MLC card |
| Cash to the door | Your recipient gets dollars in hand within a few days |
| BANDEC Tropical card | Anonymous prepaid card in USD, valid 5 years and accepted at POS terminals across Cuba |
How do you send money to Cuba from Spain?
- 1Register — Create your account with your email address.
- 2Choose how you want to send — Select the product you need. Each option reaches your recipient in Cuba directly.
- 3Confirm and pay — Enter the recipient details, pay by credit card, bank transfer or MyBank, and your transfer to Cuba from Spain is on its way.
Want to top up a relative's phone in Cuba too? Fonmoney Cuba also offers Cubacel top-ups.
From Spain to Cuba, fast and in euros
Pay in euros (EUR) by credit card, bank transfer or MyBank, and your recipient in Cuba gets the money in their MLC account, on their card or as cash to the door. Fonmoney Cuba handles transfers to Cuba from Spain transparently: you see the final amount before you confirm, and you get an email confirmation as soon as the transfer goes out.
Security and transparency
Fonmoney Cuba is regulated by the Banco de España, Spain's own central bank, within the European Union.
Every transaction travels over an encrypted connection. Your bank details and your recipient's stay protected.
What you send in euros is what your family receives in Cuba. 4.3 · 3,942 reviews on Trustpilot confirm it.
Many people wonder how to send money to Cuba from Spain, because Spanish banks like Santander, BBVA and CaixaBank don't offer that option directly. With Fonmoney, the process is online, payment is in EUR and tracking is real time. MLC transfers: 5–7 business days. Cash to the door: 2–5 days. Cubacel top-ups: instant.
Looking for a dollar card for your family in Cuba? See the BANDEC Tropical card on our BANDEC Tropical card page.
Other sending countries
Besides Spain, Fonmoney accepts transfers from more than 60 countries. See the full list of sending countries or the step-by-step guide.
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Frequently asked questions about sending money to Cuba from Spain
▸ Can I send money to an MLC card from Spain?
Yes. With Fonmoney Cuba you can top up an existing MLC card or send a bank transfer to an MLC account at BPA, BANDEC or Banco Metropolitano.
▸ What currency do I pay in from Spain?
You pay in euros (EUR). The recipient gets the amount in the currency tied to the product (MLC, USD or CUP balance).
▸ How long does a transfer from Spain take?
MLC transfers from Spain take 5 to 7 business days. Cash arrives in 2 to 5 days. Cubacel top-ups are instant.
▸ What payment methods can I use from Spain?
For transfers and cards: credit card, bank transfer or MyBank. For Cubacel top-ups: credit card or Paysafecard. Payment is made in euros (EUR).
▸ Is it safe to send money to Cuba with Fonmoney from Spain?
Yes. Fonmoney Cuba is regulated by the Banco de España within the European Union. More than 3,942 Trustpilot reviews back the service.
▸ Do I need to register?
For bank transfers to Cuba from Spain and cards you need to create an account. Cubacel top-ups don't require registration.
▸ Can I top up the BANDEC Tropical card from Spain?
Yes. With Fonmoney Cuba you can top up the BANDEC Tropical card from Spain: an anonymous prepaid card in dollars (USD), valid 5 years and accepted at POS terminals across Cuba. The recipient needs no ID to use the balance.
What our customers say
"I sent money to my sister's MLC account in Havana from Madrid. It arrived in six days — exactly the amount I paid, no surprises."
Lucy T.
Madrid, Spain · ★★★★★
"I send from Barcelona every month by credit card. Cash reached my mother in Santiago in three days — faster than anything else I'd tried."
David H.
Barcelona, Spain · ★★★★★
"I topped up my father's MLC card from Valencia. The balance was available within days and the whole process was completely transparent."
Charlotte E.
Valencia, Spain · ★★★★☆
★★★★☆ More than 3,942 Trustpilot reviews back the trust in Fonmoney Cuba.
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