Train4304 Posted May 7, 2023 Report Share Posted May 7, 2023 This should be a pretty straightforward and easy question. For a closed loop cruise, is a drivers license (by itself) an acceptable form of ID to get on the cruise? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanHardlyWait Posted May 7, 2023 Report Share Posted May 7, 2023 23 minutes ago, Train4304 said: This should be a pretty straightforward and easy question. For a closed loop cruise, is a drivers license (by itself) an acceptable form of ID to get on the cruise? Officially no. A birth certificate with raised seal Is also necessary. There are reports of people getting by with/without other things after long interactions with customs, but this is all very very iffy. How much time do you have? Train4304 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Train4304 Posted May 7, 2023 Author Report Share Posted May 7, 2023 45 days Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Train4304 Posted May 7, 2023 Author Report Share Posted May 7, 2023 It’s not me, I have a passport it’s someone else in the group Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanHardlyWait Posted May 7, 2023 Report Share Posted May 7, 2023 19 minutes ago, Train4304 said: It’s not me, I have a passport it’s someone else in the group That's a lot of time for them to get a certified copy of birth certificate with raised seal. I would have them get right on it. Also, have them apply for a passport for future. It's great help when renewing drivers license or if license gets lost and needs replacing. Train4304, ChessE4, Villageidiot and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCSC Mike Posted May 7, 2023 Report Share Posted May 7, 2023 As mentioned, have them get the birth certificate. Train4304 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Train4304 Posted May 7, 2023 Author Report Share Posted May 7, 2023 Thank you for all the advice! OCSC Mike 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
69RoadRunner Posted May 7, 2023 Report Share Posted May 7, 2023 Keep in mind if the person has some sort of emergency and has to leave the ship, getting back into the US without a passport will be a major hassle. Small chance, but a risk you have to consider. Unfortunately, passports are taking a long time to fulfill so you'd need to pay for expedited processing if you need one soon. Train4304 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXcruzer Posted May 7, 2023 Report Share Posted May 7, 2023 The “raised seal” advice is no longer applicable. It must be a certified copy from the issuing agency; but many places do not use a “raised seal” ZBrady, Train4304 and BMW Hoosier 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kristophestucker Posted June 26, 2023 Report Share Posted June 26, 2023 (edited) Hey there! From my experience, a regular driver's license should be sufficient as a form of ID for a closed-loop cruise. Usually, they just need a valid government-issued ID that contains your photo and birthdate. However, it's always a good idea to double-check with the specific cruise line or consult their website to ensure you have all the necessary documents handy before setting sail. Edited June 26, 2023 by SpeedNoodles Removed link to site which promotes/provides fake IDs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChessE4 Posted June 26, 2023 Report Share Posted June 26, 2023 He/she could order 2 birth certificates so one can be used while the other is attached to passport application. Cactus527 and Villageidiot 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pooch Posted June 26, 2023 Report Share Posted June 26, 2023 Please, no one click on the link above! I have reported the post to the moderators. teddy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geezer Of The Seas Posted June 26, 2023 Report Share Posted June 26, 2023 On 5/6/2023 at 11:42 PM, Train4304 said: It’s not me, I have a passport it’s someone else in the group What is your friend's state of residence? If that state uses Vitals Chek service, they can obtain an 'official' copy long form birth certificate that is cruise line friendly. If you indicate the birth certificate is being requested for a passport application, the certificate issued will also meet US State Department passport application requirements. Florida uses Vitals Chek. Both my wife and I had non-compliant birth certificates (etched on stone tablets and other deficiencies). Wife got her official Florida birth certificate in less than a week. As a Michigan native, mine took a bit longer. When I received it, there were errors on it ( father's name). Called Michigan Vital Statistics and explained. They apologized, instructed me to return the incorrect certificate to them. They FedEx'd corrected copies back. Less than 14 business days start to finish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Train4304 Posted June 26, 2023 Author Report Share Posted June 26, 2023 Thank you everyone. We just completed the cruise on Saturday with no issues. She got a replacement birth certificate and used her drivers license. 2 minutes ago, Geezer Of The Seas said: What is your friend's state of residence? If that state uses Vitals Chek service, they can obtain an 'official' copy long form birth certificate that is cruise line friendly. If you indicate the birth certificate is being requested for a passport application, the certificate issued will also meet US State Department passport application requirements. Florida uses Vitals Chek. Both my wife and I had non-compliant birth certificates (etched on stone tablets and other deficiencies). Wife got her official Florida birth certificate in less than a week. As a Michigan native, mine took a bit longer. When I received it, there were errors on it ( father's name). Called Michigan Vital Statistics and explained. They apologized, instructed me to return the incorrect certificate to them. They FedEx'd corrected copies back. Less than 14 business days start to finish. KristiZ and Villageidiot 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jolly Ogre Posted June 26, 2023 Report Share Posted June 26, 2023 While a DL and official birth certificate is sufficient to get on the cruise, if anything was to happen in a port you will not be able to fly back to the USA without a passport. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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