Where do you pick up foot passengers at Dover ferry Port?
Where do you pick up foot passengers at Dover ferry Port? The Passenger Terminal building at Dover's Eastern Docks is where foot passengers are dropped off after disembarking from the ferry. It is also where you will come before boarding the ferry if travelling as a foot passenger, using either the drop off car park, taxi rank, bus or coach stop.
How long to arrive at Calais before ferry?
P&O Ferries advise that if you travelling by car, to arrive at the port 30 minutes before the ferry is due to leave. If you are making the trip by foot, they advise travellers to arrive 45 minutes before.
How long does it take to get through passport control at Dover?
The passport control is usually fairly fast. But you may be called in by Customs to have your vehicle inspected and this can take about 10-20 minutes. It happens to us about 1 in 3 times when we take the ferry to France.
Can you travel to UK by ferry without passport?
Passport or Photographic ID A valid passport is needed for all ferry crossings outside of the UK and Ireland. If you are travelling within the UK (e.g. to the Isle of Wight) or to Northern Ireland or to the Republic of Ireland, a valid form of photographic identification (e.g. photo driving licence) is needed.
Do they check passports on ferry?
The form of ID you'll need to travel on a ferry depends on the route and your nationality. On most international routes, you will need your passport to check-in. However, there are exceptions to this.
Can you walk on a car ferry?
You can drive your car right onto the boat, or board as a foot passenger and simply walk on. The ferries run year-round and there are several sailings each day to and from each of the four main islands - Lopez, Orcas, San Juan, and Shaw.
How do you check in for a ferry?
CHECK-IN & BOARDING. The check-in process is mandatory and applies to all ports of departure. This should be done either at the check-in desk of the shipping company, located in the harbor/pier/booth or at the appropriate ticket office indicated at the end of the booking process.
What is a foot passenger on a ferry?
a ferry passenger who is travelling without a vehicle.
Do I need to print my ferry ticket?
Some ferry companies allow you to board by simply showing your booking confirmation email, which includes your personal details and your reservation code. You can either show the email on your device (phone, tablet) or print it out and bring it with you.
Do they check your bags on a ferry?
Do you check in your luggage on ferries? No, there is no check-in procedure for luggage items.