Passport and International Travel Requirements
Passport Requirements:
As of June 1, 2009, it became necessary for any person travelling in or out of the U.S. to possess a valid passport to gain or regain entry into the United States. It doesn't matter where you were born and how old you are.
There is one exception, that is when you are taking a "closed-loop" cruise. A "closed-loop" cruise is a cruise where you leave and return to the same U.S. port. In this event, it is necessary to provide Proof of Citizenship in the form of an original or certified copy of a Birth Certificate along with a government-issued photo I.D. such as a Driver's License. Children under the age of 15 are only required to possess a Birth Certificate when boarding a "closed-loop" cruise.
How To Get A Passport:
If you do not have a passport. you may apply for one at your Regional Passport Office. You can pick up application forms, have your pictures taken, and submit your application at the Regional Passport Office in person. A list of locations can be found under www.state.gov.
It is necessary to check well in advance if you will need to have a visa to enter the country to which you will be traveling. Consult your travel agent or click on our link below to PassportMax who can assist you in obtaining the necessary visas and other travel documentation that you need in relation to your trip.
Click here to go to PassportMax who is a service provider for visas, and passport (including last minute and emergency passports).
Visas:
Various countries require citizens of other countries to be in possession of a valid visa to gain entry. Some of these countries include, but are not limited to, Russia, Brazil, Egypt and more.
Check with your travel agent to determine whether you will need a visa to gain entry to the country or countries that you are planning on visiting.
Cruise Planners strongly recommends that you have a passport in your possession at times when traveling.
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