Please note: Royal Caribbean domestic sailings are all sailings originating and ending in ports located in the U.S., Canada and Mexico including Panama Canal sailings. All other sailings are considered to be international sailings. These include itineraries in Europe, South America and Australia/New Zealand including re-positioning sailings originating or ending in their ports. U.S. citizens traveling on our international sailings are required to have valid passports.
Before Leaving Home:
Please take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with the required travel documents you will be asked to provide prior to boarding the ship. Caution: The requirements described below are required by government regulations and policies. They are subject to change without notice.
It is the sole responsibility of the guest to identify and obtain all required travel documents and have them available when necessary. These appropriate valid travel documents such as passports, visas, inoculation certificate and family legal documents are required for boarding and re-entry into the United States and other countries.
Guests who do not possess the proper documentation may be prevented from boarding their flight or ship or from entering a country and may be subject to fines. No refunds will be given to individuals who fail to bring proper documentation.
Consecutive Sailings
 | Guests on consecutive sailings must ensure they have the proper travel documents for their entire cruise vacation. |
A valid passport is a requirement for air travel to / from Canada, Mexico the Caribbean and Bermuda.
Effective June 1, 2009 only a valid passport (unless otherwise noted below) or other WHTI compliant document will be accepted for entry or re-entry into the United States. For a list of all approved documents visit: http://travel.state.gov/travel/cbpmc/cbpmc_2223.html#compliant_document
U.S. citizens on closed-loop cruises (cruises that begin and end at the same port in the U.S.) will be able to enter or depart the country with proof of citizenship, such as a government-issuedbirth certificate and laminated government issued picture ID, denoting photo, name and date of birth. A U.S. citizen under the age of 16 will be able to present either an original, notarizedorcertified copy of his or her birth certificate, a Consular Report of Birth Abroad issues by DOS, or Certificate of Naturalization issued by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
Note: Baptismal papers and hospital certificates are not acceptable. Voter registration cards or Social Security cards are not consideredproof of citizenship.
Alien Registration Card (Green Card)
U.S. lawful permanent residents will continue to be able to use their Alien Registration Card issued by the Department of Homeland Security or other valid evidence of permanent residence status to apply for entry to United States.
Card renewal is an important matter. ARC holders (United States permanent residents) with expired cards may be considered "out of status" and may be denied entry / reentry into the United States. If your ARC was issued over 10 years ago, you should check the expiration date printed on the front of the card. If your card is expired, or it is about to expire, you should renew your card before you sail.
If you are holding an old edition ARC WITHOUT an expiration date, you will not be detained from entering the United States but U.S. Customs and Border Protection highly suggests that you apply for a new card before you sail.
For additional information, visit: https://www.usimmigrationsupport.org/greencards.html
International Travel
A valid passport is required; visas are required where they apply. This includes Europe, Asia, Central and South America. For additional passport information, visit www.travel.state.gov.
Our Recommendation
Royal Caribbean International strongly recommends that all guests travel with a valid passport during their cruise. This greatly assists guests who may need to fly out of the United States to meet their ship at the next available port should they miss their scheduled embarkation in a U.S. port; guests entering the U.S. at the end of their cruise; and guests needing to fly to the U.S. before their cruise ends, because of medical, family, personal or business emergencies, missing a ship's departure from a port of call, involuntary disembarkation from a ship due to misconduct, or other reasons.
Guests who need to fly to the United States before their cruise ends will likely experience significant delays and complications related to booking airline tickets and entering the United States if they do not have a valid U.S. passport with them.
For additional passport information visit www.travel.state.gov.
Non U.S. Citizens:
You will need a valid passport and, in some cases, a visa. If you live in the U.S., you will also need the original copy of your Alien Registration Card (ARC or "Green Card") and any other documentation the countries on your itinerary require due to your alien status.
Canadian Landed Immigrants:
All Canadian Landed Immigrants (inclusive of those who are citizens of the British Commonwealth countries) who reside in Canada must have valid passports and US visas. Also required is the original copy of your Permanent Resident Card (PR Card) formally the IMM 1000 or with respect to any country on the itinerary any other travel documentation required because of alien status.
Visas
Please contact the Embassy (Consular Services) of each country on your sailing itinerary or the visa service of your choice for specific visa requirements, information, forms and fees for your nationality.
VISA WAIVER PROGRAM
Citizens from the Visa Waiver Program countries of: Andorra, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brunel, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Monaco, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, San Marino, Singapore, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom seeking to enter the United States will be required to have in their possession a machine readable passport with a digital photograph valid for the duration of the voyage.
A machine readable passport is one having an alpha-numeric code on the bottom of the picture page. Example:
P<<UKDOE<<JOHN<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<1234567890M1234567890M1234567890<1234567890
INOCULATION / HEALTH
As detailed in our brochure, all guests must ensure that they are medically and physically fit for travel. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) provide guidelines as to which vaccinations are required in each country. In many cases inoculations are recommended but in some circ*mstances they are required. We recommend that you check with your health care professional or a Travel Medicine Specialist certified by the WHO for guidance. Other informational resources can be accessed at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Traveler's Health website at www.cdc.gov/travel or toll free at 1-877-FYI-TRIP, and the World Health Organization website at www.who.int/vaccines-diseases/.
Family Legal Documents
Should the last names of the parent and minor child traveling with them differ, the parent is required to present the child's valid passport and visa (if required)
Adults who are not the parent or Legal Guardian of any minor child traveling with them are required to present the child's valid passport and visa or the child's birth certificate (original, a notarized copy or a certified copy) and an
original notarized letter signed by at least one of the child's parents. The notarized letter from the child's parent must authorize the traveling adult to take the child on the specific cruise, must authorize guardian to sign legal documentation/waivers for participation in any activities requiring them (i.e. Rock Climbing, Flowrider, Bungee Trampoline, Inline Skating, or Ice Skating) and must authorize the traveling adult to supervise the child and permit any medical treatment that must be administered to the child. If a non-parent adult is a Legal Guardian, the adult must present a certified certificate of Guardianship with respect to the child.Click here for more information on Passport and Visa Requirements.
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Now, let's break down the information related to travel documents and identification for Royal Caribbean domestic sailings, emphasizing key concepts mentioned in the provided article:
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Scope of Domestic Sailings:
- Domestic sailings refer to those originating and ending in ports located in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, including Panama Canal sailings.
- International sailings include itineraries in Europe, South America, Australia/New Zealand, and re-positioning sailings.
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Travel Document Responsibilities:
- Guests are responsible for identifying and obtaining all required travel documents.
- These documents include passports, visas, inoculation certificates, and family legal documents.
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Consecutive Sailings:
- Guests on consecutive sailings must ensure they have the proper travel documents for the entire cruise vacation.
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Passport Requirements:
- A valid passport is required for air travel to/from Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Bermuda.
- U.S. citizens on closed-loop cruises can use proof of citizenship (e.g., birth certificate and government-issued picture ID) for entry or re-entry.
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Alien Registration Card (Green Card):
- U.S. lawful permanent residents need a valid Alien Registration Card for entry to the United States.
- Renewal is crucial, and an expired card may result in denial of entry.
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International Travel:
- A valid passport is required for international travel; visas may be required.
- Specific requirements vary by country.
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Recommendation for a Valid Passport:
- Royal Caribbean strongly recommends all guests travel with a valid passport for various situations, including emergencies and missed embarkations.
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Non-U.S. Citizens:
- Non-U.S. citizens need a valid passport and, in some cases, a visa.
- U.S. residents also require the original Alien Registration Card.
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Canadian Landed Immigrants:
- Canadian Landed Immigrants must have valid passports, U.S. visas, and the original Permanent Resident Card.
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Visas and Visa Waiver Program:
- Guests are advised to check specific visa requirements for each country on their itinerary.
- The Visa Waiver Program applies to citizens from specific countries and requires a machine-readable passport.
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Inoculation and Health:
- Guests must ensure they are medically and physically fit for travel.
- Vaccination requirements are outlined by the CDC and WHO.
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Family Legal Documents:
- Requirements for minors traveling with adults, including the need for valid passports, visas, and birth certificates.
- Non-parent adults must present additional notarized documentation for supervision and medical treatment authorization.
This comprehensive understanding ensures that travelers are well-prepared and compliant with the necessary documentation for a hassle-free cruise experience.
