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The Truth About Cruising without a Passport

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👁️ 749 views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 11:18
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Creator's Key Takeaways

personally I would never go on a cruise or outside of the country without my passport

that passport may not be required on those closed loop cruises but it is an insurance card

get your passport no you don't have to have it to go on a closed loop cruise but for the sake of your cruise and your vacation get your passport

do your homework before you go on a cruise and are sorely disappointed when you realize that you cannot get off the ship

Creator's Tips & Advice

Get a passport even if not required for closed-loop cruises for insurance and ease of travel
Check passport requirements for specific countries you may visit during your cruise
Submit passport applications 6-10 weeks in advance to avoid delays
Always carry your passport when going ashore, even on ship-sponsored excursions

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Forgetting passport before cruiseAlways have your passport, even if not required, as insurance for unexpected situations
Missing ship during excursionCarry your passport to facilitate re-entry and avoid complications

Questions This Creator Answers

QDo I need a passport to go on a cruise?
QWhat is the difference between closed-loop and open-loop cruises?
QWhat identification is needed for closed-loop cruises?
QWhat happens if you miss your ship without a passport?

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Do I need a passport to go on a cruise? If you have never been on a cruise but are about to book your first be sure to watch this video on the topic of cruising without a passport. No matter who you are cruising with; Royal Caribbean, Carnival, Norwegian, MSC, Disney or any other cruise line out of the United States they all have to abide by the same laws which is covered in this video. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn0hNyK_I4cmK5SlvOz7qIw/join