Documentation Requirements

Documentation Requirements

U.S. CITIZENS

All persons, including U.S. citizens, traveling by air between the United States and all foreign countries are required to present a valid passport to board the aircraft.   If your cruise departs from and returns to the U.S., a passport is now required in both of the following unexpected situations:

• To fly to a foreign port to catch up with the ship if you miss its U.S. embarkation, or;
• To fly home to the U.S. from a foreign port if you are forced to cut your trip short.

For complete and updated information on U.S. Passport requirements and legislation, please visit the U.S. Department of State website:

www.travel.state.gov

NON U.S. CITIZENS

Non-U.S./foreign Citizens embarking or disembarking a vessel in the United States must travel with a valid passport and visa for entrance into the U.S. For more information and to learn the entry requirements of the countries on your client’s itinerary, please have them check directly with their embassy as well as each destination’s representing embassy or consulate.

VISA AND PASSPORT SERVICES

Both U.S. and Non-U.S. Citizens may be required to obtain visas to enter certain countries.  Online sites such as www.ZVS.com can be helpful in obtaining passport and visa requirement information and services. 

NAMES ON TRAVEL DOCUMENTS

Names on all travel documents must exactly match the name on proof of citizenship/passport. 

ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION

In addition, some cruise lines and some countries require special documentation when:

• children travel without both parents;
• Hawaii cruises make a port of call in Fanning Island;
• Alaska cruises make a port of call in Canada.

Be informed!  Please research for your individual circumstance!