Do I Need a Passport for a Caribbean Cruise?

Effective January 23, 2007, the United States government has introduced new passport rules and these are outlined below.

Don't risk possible disruption of your travel plans!

If you are planning Caribbean cruise travel for 2007 or beyond, take a minute to review the new regulations.

In January 2007, ALL persons, including U.S. citizens, traveling by air between the United States and Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Bermuda will be required to present a valid passport, Air NEXUS card, or U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Document.

Note:
Possibly as early as January 1, 2008, ALL persons, including U.S. citizens, traveling between the U.S. and Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Bermuda by land or sea (including ferries), may be required to present a valid passport or other documents as determined by the Department of Homeland Security.

If you don't already have a valid passport, be sure to avoid the rush and give yourself plenty of time to apply for one. Once you've got it in hand, the whole world is yours to explore.

The new U.S. passport regulations:

U.S. Citizens

U.S. passports are valid for ten years, so the initial cost averages out over subsequent vacations - especially if you cruise frequently.

Non-U.S. Citizens

If you live in the U.S., you will also need the original copy of your Alien Registration Card (ARC or "Green Card") and any other documentation the countries on your itinerary require due to your alien status.

Canadian Citizens visit the Canadian Passport Site for details on how to obtain your Canadian Passport.