Toni12345 Posted October 5, 2008 #1 Share Posted October 5, 2008 Need passport info please. Going on western carribean in Aug. never got a passport for the last cruise to eastern carribean I read on the passport site I'd need 1. Does anyone know how long it usually takes and if it's still $100? what's the difference in the card/book? Thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
honestokiechic Posted October 5, 2008 #2 Share Posted October 5, 2008 When I got my passport it took 21 days..... I think the total was around $100. My BF got the passport and card. The card is not good if you fly out/in country, so it's best to get the passport... my BF got the card only because he loves eagles and there was one on it.:rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VentureMan_2000 Posted October 5, 2008 #3 Share Posted October 5, 2008 Everything you've ever wanted to know about Travel to Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean : http://travel.state.gov/travel/cbpmc/cbpmc_2223.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hurricane Girl Posted October 5, 2008 #4 Share Posted October 5, 2008 Passports are NOT and as of right now will NOT be required for closed loop cruises. Hope this helps. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cherylandtk Posted October 5, 2008 #5 Share Posted October 5, 2008 Need passport info please. Going on western carribean in Aug. never got a passport for the last cruise to eastern carribean I read on the passport site I'd need 1. Does anyone know how long it usually takes and if it's still $100? what's the difference in the card/book? Thank youToni, your Legend cruise does not require a passport; you can still use just the BC/DL you have been using, if you still wish. The passport book is a regular passport, still about $100, only takes about 2 weeks from when you apply. The passport card does not get you anything more than your BC/DL does, so would not recommend you get that. If you are going to spend the money, get the full passport. As always, be reminded that you cannot fly home mid-cruise without a passport, but since you have been cruising without a passport, you should already know that. (Don't spend a lot on trip interruption insurance, either!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lidolounger Posted October 5, 2008 #6 Share Posted October 5, 2008 I just renewed our passports and it took almost 5 weeks - so please allow enough time as I'd think a simple renewel would be quicker than getting your initial passport. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Familyforce6 Posted October 5, 2008 #7 Share Posted October 5, 2008 LAND AND SEA TRAVEL The following summarizes information available on the Department of Homeland Security’s website. CURRENTLY: U.S. citizens need to present either (a) a passport, passport card (scheduled to be in full production beginning in July 2008), or WHTI-compliant document; or (b) a government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license, along with proof of citizenship, such as a birth certificate. LATER: On June 1, 2009, the U.S. government will implement the full requirements of the land and sea phase of WHTI. The proposed rules require most U.S. citizens entering the United States at sea or land ports of entry to have a passport, passport card, or WHTI-compliant document. I got that from this link http://travel.state.gov/travel/cbpmc/cbpmc_2223.html from state.gov Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katoswife Posted October 5, 2008 #8 Share Posted October 5, 2008 My husband and I just applied for our passports last month and we got both of them back in nine days. I kept going back and forth between getting one or not getting one and I decided the $200 was worth the less hassle there will be by not having to carry around all kinds of papers....Plus, passports are a little more secure against identity theft than is a birth certificate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DqALEX Posted October 5, 2008 #9 Share Posted October 5, 2008 My husband and I just applied for our passports last month and we got both of them back in nine days. I kept going back and forth between getting one or not getting one and I decided the $200 was worth the less hassle there will be by not having to carry around all kinds of papers....Plus, passports are a little more secure against identity theft than is a birth certificate. I would not travel without a Passport. If you need to fly back to the United States you will need one. Also they are great ID for the DMV. Even if I stopped cruising I would still renew it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toni12345 Posted October 6, 2008 Author #10 Share Posted October 6, 2008 Thanks I need a passport since the cruise is 8/02/09. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hurricane Girl Posted October 6, 2008 #11 Share Posted October 6, 2008 LAND AND SEA TRAVELThe following summarizes information available on the Department of Homeland Security’s website. CURRENTLY: U.S. citizens need to present either (a) a passport, passport card (scheduled to be in full production beginning in July 2008), or WHTI-compliant document; or (b) a government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license, along with proof of citizenship, such as a birth certificate. LATER: On June 1, 2009, the U.S. government will implement the full requirements of the land and sea phase of WHTI. The proposed rules require most U.S. citizens entering the United States at sea or land ports of entry to have a passport, passport card, or WHTI-compliant document. I got that from this link http://travel.state.gov/travel/cbpmc/cbpmc_2223.html from state.gov You left this part off of your post. Note: The passport requirement does NOT apply to U.S. citizens traveling to or returning directly from a U.S. territory. Just wanted to add that part so no one gets confused. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krystalkruzer Posted October 6, 2008 #12 Share Posted October 6, 2008 LAND AND SEA TRAVELThe following summarizes information available on the Department of Homeland Security’s website. CURRENTLY: U.S. citizens need to present either (a) a passport, passport card (scheduled to be in full production beginning in July 2008), or WHTI-compliant document; or (b) a government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license, along with proof of citizenship, such as a birth certificate. LATER: On June 1, 2009, the U.S. government will implement the full requirements of the land and sea phase of WHTI. The proposed rules require most U.S. citizens entering the United States at sea or land ports of entry to have a passport, passport card, or WHTI-compliant document. I got that from this link http://travel.state.gov/travel/cbpmc/cbpmc_2223.html from state.gov And the important part left out : Cruise Passengers U.S. and Canadian citizens arriving on cruises from Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, or the Caribbean will be able to enter or depart the country with proof of identity and citizenship, such as a birth certificate and government-issued photo ID. View complete list of acceptable documents at CBP.gov. Please be aware that you may still be required to present a passport when you dock at a foreign port, depending on the islands or countries that your cruise ship is visiting. Check with your cruiseline to ensure you have the appropriate documents for the stops you’ll be making on your cruise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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