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Very important! Please read the following information
regarding changes to passport requirements. These changes impact US
Citizens and non-US Citizens. Please read the following information
carefully.
In an effort to enhance security and efficiency
at U.S. borders, the U.S. government is now enforcing new passport
requirements for all travelers entering or re-entering the United
States from Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the
Caribbean, and Bermuda. Travel between the U.S. and U.S. territories
(including Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands) will not be
affected. Please note the policy below and how they might affect
your travel plans.
THESE REQUIREMENTS ARE CHANGING AS THE HOMELAND SECURITY REVIEWS
BORDER CONTROLS. IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED THAT A VALID U.S.
PASSPORT BE USED.
Please see:
U.S. State Department to learn how to obtain a passport.
For more information,
please see the
U.S. State Department website for passport information, and
follow the links to "New Requirements for Travelers Between the
United States and the Western Hemisphere duration of the cruise and
necessary visas. Expired passports are not acceptable.
Although passports
are currently not yet required for some cruises, we strongly
recommend that you carry one while traveling. The unforeseen
possibility of a medical disembarkation or early cruise termination
may require that you have a valid passport to enable you to continue
travel.
Non - U.S./non-Canadian
citizens: You must have a
valid passport and any necessary visas. Please carefully verify the
existing identification requirements for your particular travel
situation. In addition, non-U.S. citizens who have previously been
admitted to the United States for permanent residence must carry
their Permanent Resident Card (Form I-551), commonly known as a
Green Card. Resident aliens not in possession of this must obtain
one at the nearest office of the U.S. Immigration Service.
Visas:
Some countries require that you obtain official authorization
(called a visa) before entering the country. Usually there is a fee
required. You are responsible for obtaining any necessary visas. If
your itinerary requires a visa prior to boarding, Holland America
Line will send a visa information letter to your travel agent. The
visa letter will have information for U.S. and Canadian citizens.
Citizens of other countries should contact the nearest
representative embassies or consulates for the proper information.
Non - US
or Canadian citizens may be required
to hold a Canadian Visa when traveling to Alaska or Canada. Please
visit the Canadian government website at
http://canada.gc.ca
to verify your nationality's requirements.
Schengen
Visa holders (applies to those EU-Member citizens only): New
requirements pertaining to proof of medical insurance coverage have
been adopted for all Schengen Visa holders. This requirement does
not apply to US or Canadian citizens. All guests should keep
themselves advised of changes in government requirements. If you
have questions about visa requirements, call Zierer Visa Service at
866-788-1100 or 954-791-1530.
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