Do you need a Real ID to get on a #cruise? I answer the question that many are asking! #travel

Name: Do you need a Real ID to get on a #cruise? I answer the question that many are asking! #travel
Uploaded: 2025-05-21T00:00:00+00:00
Duration: 2 min 50 s
Channel: Scott Sanfilippo
Description: Many cruisers are asking whether you need a Real ID to get on their cruise. There's a lot of misinformation in forums and Facebook groups about this, so the simple answer is no. I break it down in this short video and offer a tip that every cruiser should follow... just in case! Full article and more cruise tips at https://www.scottscruises.com

Scott Sanfilippo

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👁️ 1K views📅 11 months ago⏱️ 2:50

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Creator's Key Takeaways

The answer is no. You do not need a Real ID to cruise.

Real ID is meant for air travel.

go and get yourself a passport, just think about it.

A passport is going to make your life so much easier. It's going to be your best friend.

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Get a passport instead of relying on a driver's license and birth certificate for cruising.

✓If traveling by air to the embarkation point, ensure you have Real ID or a passport card for the flight.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Confusion about Real ID requirements for cruising — Real ID is not needed for cruising; it's for air travel only.

Questions This Creator Answers

QDo you need a Real ID to get on a cruise?

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Many cruisers are asking whether you need a Real ID to get on their cruise. There's a lot of misinformation in forums and Facebook groups about this, so the simple answer is no. I break it down in this short video and offer a tip that every cruiser should follow... just in case! Full article and more cruise tips at https://www.scottscruises.com