St Lucia Visa ??

[Aussie One]

I note that Australians require a visa for entry into St Lucia cost usd 50

does this apply for a one day stop ? over if so i will stay onboard.

[Johnthed0g]

Haven't heard that one I would ask P&O, I know some nationalities need a visa for some islands.

[Eveshamgirl]

I've never heard of this but any way last time l was in St Lucia very few passport checks were made so l suspect you will be ok anyway

[thranite]

I've never heard of this but any way last time l was in St Lucia very few passport checks were made so l suspect you will be ok anyway

 

What an incredibly stupid piece of "advice" to give! The OP has asked a perfectly reasonable question in order to comply with the law. Checking with the appropriate authorities and basing further actions on that is the correct thing to do.

 

:mad:

[luv2krooze1791]

I've never heard of this but any way last time l was in St Lucia very few passport checks were made so l suspect you will be ok anyway

 

And if you are checked, you will be put off the ship, deported and permanently banned from P&O. And probably all Carnival brands too.

 

This is, as Thanite says, one of the most stupid and misleading pieces of advice seen on this board. And, believe me, that is saying something.

[luv2krooze1791]

I note that Australians require a visa for entry into St Lucia cost usd 50

does this apply for a one day stop ? over if so i will stay onboard.

 

My understanding is that you would have to have the visa even if you do not wish to disembark. Please seek advice from the appropriate consulate or embassy, and please don't listen to those telling you to wing it.

[capasamari]

I agree with the above. When we docked overnight in New Orleans every single person on board, passengers and crew, had to present themselves to the American immigration officials whether they were going ashore or not, even the ones whose nationality barred them from leaving the ship in the first place.

 

Carol x

[Johnthed0g]

We will have to do this ESTA thing for our Azura cruise next year, I need a new passport too.

[Aussie One]

I have contacted the St Lucia Tourism i,m waiting for a reply.

The Visa states its for six weeks, maybe for one day it might be differant.

i will keep you informed .

[Tatka]

Sorry guys for an intrusion.

 

I am Russian-American and have many friends who are citizens of FSU. They also need visas for many islands including St Lucia, but only if they want to stay on the islands. For a short visit during the cruise visa is not necessary.

 

I am not sure what is a definition of a short visit (24 or 72 hours?) but in any case it's longer than ships stay in port.

[Johnthed0g]

Sorry to go off topic but what is a ''blue ribbon cruiser''? everyone seems to be a ''cool cruiser''

[luv2krooze1791]

Sorry guys for an intrusion.

 

I am Russian-American and have many friends who are citizens of FSU. They also need visas for many islands including St Lucia, but only if they want to stay on the islands. For a short visit during the cruise visa is not necessary.

 

I am not sure what is a definition of a short visit (24 or 72 hours?) but in any case it's longer than ships stay in port.

 

This is clearly something that should be checked with the relevant consulate.

[Tatka]

Sorry to go off topic but what is a ''blue ribbon cruiser''? everyone seems to be a ''cool cruiser''

 

I believe it's a either longevity on this boards or number of posts. :)

 

Oh, I found

 

---- Per FAQ at http://boards.cruisecritic.com/faq.php:

 

What is a Blue Ribbon Cruiser? Charter Member? 5,000+ Club etc.?

 

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[Johnthed0g]

Well thanks for the info, other forums tend to frown on people who post a lot, nice to have your efforts acknowleged, well done!

[Gerrym]

Which forum could you possibly mean Mr. Dog?

 

 

LOL

[Johnthed0g]

Let me think... they are 'PO' faced!!

[Aussie One]

I have received a reply from St Lucia Tourism they state that no visa is required for cruise passengers on a one day visit.