What are the passport and visa requirements?

Keeping informed about entry requirements, health guidance and safety advice for the destinations you’ll be visiting is important.

We recommend checking the latest expert advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) and the National Travel Health Network and Centre, as these sources are regularly updated with the most accurate and up‑to‑date information.

• Visit the FCDO website 
• Visit the National Travel Health Network and Centre website 

No matter where you’re heading in the world, we recommend that your passport:

• Has more than six months validity left when arriving back in the UK
• Is less than 10 years old from the date of issue

When travelling to Europe, UK Passports must be less than 10 years old from the date of entry. If your passport was renewed prior to October 2018, it could have a date of issue which is more than 10 years ago.

For cruises around the British Isles, your passport will need to be valid for a minimum of 3 months from date of disembarkation and be less than 10 years old.

Check the passport requirements for where you'll be visiting on the FCDO website by clicking here

If you’re a dual British citizen, you must present a valid British passport (or Certificate of Entitlement) when entering the UK. Find out more by clicking here

If you need a larger supply of your usual medication, please speak with your GP well in advance of your cruise to ensure everything can be arranged.

Some medications contain controlled drugs and may be subject to specific rules in certain countries. You may need to carry proof the medication has been prescribed to you, such as a copy of your prescription or a letter from your Doctor. To find out more click here.

For more information on the EU Entry / Exit Scheme (EES) click here

Please ensure you have adequate travel insurance in place which covers your cruise and all planned activities (including flights, if applicable).

• Find all the details and apply for your GHIC by clicking here
• This is not a replacement for travel insurance nor valid for treatment on board the ship
• If you still have a valid EHIC, this can be used until the expiry date, when you'll need to apply for a GHIC

• Check for any required vaccinations by clicking here
• Check for any destination visa requirements by clicking here
• Any visas or vaccinations should be arranged in plenty of time
• Note: these links apply to UK passport holders and residents only

• Ensure you have sufficient accessible funds in case of emergencies

• Whilst very unlikely to be needed when ashore, be aware of local British Consulates - details can be found by clicking here
• Understand what support can be provided by consulates by clicking here

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You will likely be required to present an Electrical Travel Authorisation (ETA) to Immigration Officers at the UK border. 

Click here for information on obtaining an ETA

We also highly recommend reviewing entry requirements for all ports of call using your government’s official travel advice. This includes but is not limited to:

• Your passport validity requirements
• Any visas required
• Vaccinations which may be needed
• Any rules on medications you may need to bring

We cannot accept liability for any disruption to your travel resulting from incorrect or incomplete documentation or failure to meet entry requirements.