Oranjestad, Aruba Port Q&A

If you’re on a closed loop cruise (leaving and returning to the same US port) all you need is a birth certificate and ID to board but if something happens medically or if you miss the ship at a port getting back to the US will be a nightmare without a passport. It’s best to have it but not necessary.

Answered by livlifenoregret on May 10, 2024

I just got back from Aruba in October. I don't remember being asked for my passport, however I did need my Sea Pass and a photo ID (I used my license).It's always a good idea to have a passport with you on the cruise just in case you need it, but the ship staff usually tell you when a country needs you to bring your passport off the ship. Some lines don't even do that anymore, they just collect your passport in the beginning of the trip and return it after the last port. They do this to streamline the customs process in foreign ports.

Answered by CruiseQueenNH on May 10, 2024

If any of the ports you dock at on your cruise. The cruise line should notify you the night before you dock. As someone mentioned if you have one take if with you cause you never know when it might be required!

Answered by booger1xx on May 10, 2024

livelife said it perfectly. And we just leave our passports in the safe, as recommended by cruise line. Your room card shows you are on the cruise. Keep photo ID with you.

Answered by joyandjerry on May 10, 2024

no. should do some research.

Answered by bienfang10 on May 10, 2024

yes

Answered by jtllc on May 10, 2024

No grandkids had birth certificates. I only travel with a passport . Go and enjoy its a beautiful island 🏝

Answered by carolj68 on May 09, 2024

We travel with one no matter what. You never know. You'll love Aruba, enjoy..

Answered by hawkwind6 on May 09, 2024

No

Answered by rpark29 on May 09, 2024

We have been to Aruba several times on Carnival and never needed a passport. If your cruise is round trip and leaving and returning to the same port in the US you will not need a passport at all. We have them just in case something happens, you will not be able to fly back to the States.

Answered by NanMarie on May 12, 2024

We've been there twice with HAL and never needed a passport.

Answered by abbylane on May 11, 2024

This Cruiseline.com Advice article might help: https://cruiseline.com/advice/cruising-101/all-about-cruising/do-i-need-a-passport-to-cruise

Answered by CruiselineAdmin on May 10, 2024

No you don't. just your state ID. and sail and sign card. Aruba is beautiful and I can't wait to go back.

Answered by kingnut73 on May 11, 2024