U.S. officials may impose tariffs on countries supplying oil to Cuba

The President declares a national emergency concerning threats linked to the Government of Cuba. The declaration covers the Government of Cuba, including its agencies, political subdivisions, and controlled or representative entities. The order bases the declaration on the President’s stated findings about Cuba’s policies, practices, and actions. The declaration takes effect at 12:01 a.m. Eastern Standard Time on January 30, 2026.

The President may impose additional import duties on goods from a country that directly or indirectly provides oil to Cuba. The process covers goods made in a country that supplies crude oil or petroleum products to Cuba, including through intermediaries or third countries. The Secretary of Commerce must first determine that the country provided oil to Cuba and report that finding to the Secretary of State. The Secretary of State, after consulting with other officials, decides whether and how much of an additional duty to recommend. The President considers that finding and recommendation before deciding whether and to what extent to impose the duty. The tariff authority begins on January 30, 2026, the order’s effective date.

The Secretaries of Commerce and State must monitor the situation, carry out the order within their legal authority, and recommend or report on further action. The duties cover the Secretary of Commerce, Secretary of State, other consulted agencies, and executive departments and agencies acting within their authority. Officials may issue rules, guidance, and notices needed to carry out the order. The order must be implemented under applicable law and only as funding allows. The Secretary of State must submit recurring and final reports to Congress. Monitoring and reporting continue after the order takes effect, with further presidential action considered if officials find it necessary.