Can I bring a copy of my birth certificate on a Royal Caribbean cruise?
Can I bring a copy of my birth certificate on a Royal Caribbean cruise? We strongly recommend that all guests present a passport as their form of ID on boarding day. Technically, yes – U.S. citizens can present a state-certified birth certificate and government-issued photo ID to sail on most cruises departing from the U.S. But a passport is the more efficient, secure option.
Can you show your passport on your phone?
Mobile Passport Control (MPC) allows eligible travelers to submit their travel document, photo, and customs declaration information through a free, secure app on their smartphone or other mobile device.
What documents do I need for a cruise?
For most cruises, you'll need a passport book that's valid for at least six months from the day your sailing ends. In some cases, you can use a passport card instead of a passport book, but that will only work if you plan to reenter the United States via your ship from Mexico, Canada, Bermuda or the Caribbean.
Can I use a copy of my passport on a cruise?
Guests who are legal permanent residents of the US must present a valid original passport and a Permanent Resident Card to travel outside the US. Photocopies are not acceptable.
Does your passport get stamped on a Caribbean cruise?
On a Caribbean cruise, it is rare to ever get a Passport stamped. In Europe, your Passport will be stamped when you enter a Schengen country. But you can move between Schengen countries without getting any additional stamps.
What happens if you can t pay your final bill on a cruise ship?
If your bill is not paid, as you try to leave the ship, your SeaPass card will bong, and someone from Guest Services will take you aside to make provisions for payment. Maybe you have friends with you that can lend you some cash or a credit card. You may have to call someone to get a valid credit card number.
What happens if you lose your passport before a cruise?
If you lose your passport, report it immediately to the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate and make arrangements to get a replacement passport, for a fee.
Can you use birth certificate for cruise to Bahamas?
If you are a US citizen, you can take a “closed-loop cruise” (one that begins and ends at the same port) to The Bahamas without a passport. Instead, you'll need to present another proof of citizenship such as a birth certificate and a government-issued photo ID.
Does Royal Caribbean allow name changes?
Please note: Name changes are at the discretion of Royal Caribbean and will not be allowed if the sailing has reached “code red” status. At least one of the original names must remain on the reservation; changing all guest names in a reservation is not allowed and will result in the entire reservation being cancelled.
Can I take a photo copy of my birth certificate on a cruise?
However, for copies we would recommend you have a copy issued by the local health and vital statistics department. In other words, you don't want to just make a photocopy of your actual birth certificate and use that to board the cruise (although some lines do allow that).
What documents does a child need to go on a cruise?
Children aged 17 years and under will require a passport or Birth Certificate to travel or government issued photo ID. Children under 16 years of age, who do not have a passport or Photo ID, must have a copy of their birth certificate or their parents Medicare Card.
Can you go on a cruise without a passport and birth certificate?
If you're a United States citizen going on a “closed loop” cruise, you'll only need to present: Government issued photo identification. Proof of citizenship (an original or copy of your U.S. birth certificate, a Consular report of Birth Abroad, or a Certificate of Naturalization)
Does Royal Caribbean check passports?
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. Royal Caribbean International strongly recommends that all guests travel with a valid passport during their cruise.
Should you put a copy of your passport in your suitcase?
You want a copy of all your identification – one for each checked bag. Keep a hard copy of your documents in your carry-on and each checked bag of luggage with which you are traveling, in case any of them go missing during the trip. These copies can help you in multiple situations.