Passport, Visa and Health Information

Important travel document information for your cruise holiday

To help you enjoy a smooth and stress-free start to your cruise, here’s what you need to know about passports and how to find the relevant information on visas and health advice for the destinations you'll be visiting.

Travelling from UK Ports to overseas destinations - UK Passport Holders:

If your cruise includes destinations outside the UK (excluding Ireland), please ensure:

1. You have a full and valid passport.
   
2. We recommend your passport is valid for at least 6 months from your travel date.
   
3. When travelling to Europe, UK Passports must be less than 10 years old from the date of issue. If your passport was renewed prior to October 2018, it could have a date of issue which is more than 10 years ago.
   
4. You must present your passport at check-in.
   
5. Guests without a valid passport and/or travel documentation will be denied boarding.
   
6. Keep your passport in your hand luggage so it’s easy to access.
   

 British Isles cruises (UK Ports Only)

1. Require a valid UK passport.
   
2. The passport must be valid for three months from the date of disembarkation
   
3. And be less than 10 years old.

For more information and to understand the entry requirements of the countries you’ll be visiting, including Passport, Visa and Health information, please go to the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) website using this link: https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice

Non-UK Passport holders:

1. You will likely be required to present an Electrical Travel Authorisation (ETA) to Immigration Officers at the UK boarder. Click here on information for obtaining an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) to visit the UK
   
2. Please also check what other entry requirements are required for your ports of call (including but not limited to health, Passport and Visa requirements).
   

EU ENTRY / EXIT SCHEME

1. For more information on the EU Entry / Exit Scheme (EES) please click here:
   

We are unable to accept liability if your travel is affected by incorrect or incomplete documentation or entry requirements.

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