NPR
With U.S. doors shutting, Cubans turn to Brazil for asylum
Monday, August 3, 2026
A growing number of Cubans are seeking asylum in Brazil as legal pathways to the United States have been restricted. Previously, many Cubans prioritized emigration to the United States as their primary destination.
Original reporting: https://www.npr.org/2026/08/03/nx-s1-5910714/brazil-cuba-migration