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Cruise Lines Passports, Birth Certificates and Passport Cards

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👁️ 6K views📅 4 years ago⏱️ 11:51
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Creator's Key Takeaways

when you use a birth certificate you are rolling the dice

the best way is to get yourself a passport for a little under 200 you can get you a passport

with a passport that is your id you don't need anything to go with that passport at all

a passport card is only good in bermuda the caribbean mexico and canada that's it and by land or sea you cannot fly with it

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Get a passport for the most flexibility and ease of use.
✓If using a birth certificate, ensure it is an abstract copy from the issuing city or county, not a hospital certificate.
✓Call your cruise line to confirm if your birth certificate needs to be notarized.
✓Store your passport in the ship's safe in case you miss the ship.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

What happens if I miss the ship? — Store your passport in the ship's safe; the crew can retrieve it for you at the dock.
Can I use a copy of my birth certificate? — Get an abstract copy from the issuing city or county, preferably with a gold star or raised emblem.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the pros and cons of using a passport, passport card, or birth certificate for a cruise?
QCan you use a birth certificate for a closed-loop cruise?
QWhat identification is needed when getting off the ship?

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