Can I use a copy of my passport to board a cruise?


Can I use a copy of my passport to board a cruise? What are the unacceptable forms of documentation for cruises from the U.S.? Unacceptable Forms of Documentation (US only) Copies or digital images of any WHTI-Compliant document (passport, ARC card) Driver's License as the only proof (including REAL I.D.)


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.


How long do you need on your passport to travel to Spain?

Spain is a party to the Schengen Agreement. This means that U.S. citizens may enter Spain for up to 90 days for tourism or business without a visa. Your passport should be valid for at least three months beyond the period of stay.


What travel documents do I need for a cruise?

Identification. For most cruises, you'll need a passport book that's valid for at least six months from the day your sailing ends.


Is it possible to get a passport in one day UK?

VisaHQ passport experts submit passport applications directly to the UK Passport Agency and can process a second passport or renew old passport in as little as 48 hours.


Can I get back on a cruise ship without a passport?

Do I need a passport? We recommend that everyone taking a cruise from the United States have a passport book. Though some “closed-loop” cruises may not require a U.S. passport, we recommend bringing yours in case of an emergency, such as an unexpected medical air evacuation or the ship docking at an alternate port.


Can I use a copy of my Birth Certificate to board a cruise?

Birth Certificate Information The following are acceptable: An original or copy of a birth certificate issued by a government agency (state/county/city) or the Department of Health and Vital Statistics.


What documents do I need for a European cruise?

Europe and Transatlantic Cruises Guests are required to carry a Passport valid for at least six months beyond the completion of travel, from their country of citizenship AND a valid Permanent Resident Card (Form I-551), that includes a photo I.D.


What can I use instead of a passport for a cruise?

U.S. citizens on closed-loop cruises will be able to enter or depart the country with proof of citizenship, such as an Enhanced Driver's License (EDL), a government-issued birth certificate (issued by the Vital Records Department in the state where he or she was born) or passport, and if 16 or older, a government ...


What if I forgot my birth certificate for a cruise?

If you no longer have your birth certificate, you can get in touch with the city or county you were born to get a certified official copy to use on your cruise. There's usually a small fee and waiting period, but it's faster than getting a passport.