What do you need to go on a cruise in the US?


What do you need to go on a cruise in the US? Passengers on these cruises still need to present a government-issued photo ID (such as a driver's license) and proof of citizenship (like a government-issued birth certificate), but they are not required to carry passports.


Are there cruises from UK to USA?

Are you looking for a cruise from England to USA? September is the most popular month to cruise between England and USA and there are 87 departures available from eight of the world's leading cruise lines.


Can a non US resident go on a cruise?

Domestic Cruises Non-U.S. Citizens are required to carry a valid, unexpired passport and a Multiple Entry Visa, if applicable. In addition, guests must contact the appropriate embassy or consulate of the countries they will be visiting for specific travel documentation requirements.


Do I need an ESTA to cruise to New York?

Even though you don't need a visa for New York, you are required to apply for an Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (ESTA), at least 3 days BEFORE you travel to New York. It's advisable to do it even further in advance.


Can you cruise to New York and back from UK?

Cruise to New York and fly back holidays offer one of the most iconic cruises in the world with a Transatlantic cruise from Southampton. With New York fly cruises you can enjoy a relaxing cruise across the Atlantic before visiting the Big Apple and flying home.


Does a cruise count as leaving the country?

If you left the United States and cleared into another country, the time outside the USA counts even on a cruise where you don't leave the ship. It doesn't hurt to list any trip you feel you left the USA and simply let the officer decide if it counts.


Do I need an ESTA to cruise the Caribbean?

Most Caribbean islands do not require visas for European cruise ship passengers, but most Caribbean cruises embark or disembark in the USA, for which an ESTA will be necessary. When planning your Cruise don't forget the following: Check your itinerary to see all of the countries that you will visit.


What documents do you need for a US cruise?

Necessary cruise documents include acceptable official forms of identification, proof of your booking number and boarding information, and confirmation that you aren't ill. You must present these upon arrival at the port.


Do cruise passengers go through immigration?

In the United States, anyone on a cruise ship whose last port of call was outside the US is required to pass through US Customs and Border Protection (CBP), unless if the last port of call was equipped with US preclearance facilities (in which case the ship will be treated as a domestic arrival).


Do I need a visa to cruise to USA from UK?

Visa-free cruise destinations If you're heading to the USA or Canada, you won't need a visa, but you must complete an ESTA application for a visa waiver. UK passport holders don't need a visa or a waiver if you are going on a Caribbean cruise unless you are embarking or disembarking in a US port.


What identification do I need for a cruise?

For U.S. Sailings only, U.S. Citizens may cruise using an official US state-issued Birth Certificate and a supporting Government Issued Photo ID, like a driver's license or an identity card.


Do you need a passport to cruise on US ports?

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.


How much is an ESTA visa from UK?

Pay the fees: The total cost is $21. When you apply, you will pay a $4 processing fee. If you are approved to travel to the U.S., you must pay an additional $17 authorization fee. Learn about the payment options available to pay ESTA fees.


Do I need a US visa for a cruise?

Domestic Cruises Non-U.S. Citizens are required to carry a valid, unexpired passport and a Multiple Entry Visa, if applicable.


Can you cruise in the US?

On one of our U.S. cruises you can sail through the Atlantic Ocean on the east coast or explore ports of call along the Pacific Ocean. On the Pacific side, you can also do a cruise that sails to America's 49th and 50th states: the rugged mountains and glaciers of Alaska and the tropical islands of Hawaii.


Do you need a passport to cruise if you don t get off the ship?

While cruising with a passport is always recommended, it's not required by law in certain circumstances. Closed-loop cruises from U.S. ports that visit Bermuda, Canada, the Caribbean and Mexico are part of an international agreement that allows U.S. citizens to cruise without a passport.