Janet524 Posted September 15, 2014 #1 Share Posted September 15, 2014 FYI...Sent in application for DH passport renewal on August 20. Received new passport today. Less than 4 weeks to process. Just thought some of you might be interested in the timing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crown Vic Posted September 15, 2014 #2 Share Posted September 15, 2014 (edited) FYI...Sent in application for DH passport renewal on August 20. Received new passport today. Less than 4 weeks to process. Just thought some of you might be interested in the timing. Boy! The pony express took a long time. My DW got her U.S. passport renewed in two weeks which she was told is the norm...but...as long as you have it. Happy travels... Edited September 15, 2014 by Crown Vic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phxazzcruisers Posted September 15, 2014 #3 Share Posted September 15, 2014 Yep, we got ours in an put 2 weeks also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frakkles Posted September 15, 2014 #4 Share Posted September 15, 2014 Thank you for the information all. I need to renew mine next month. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FloatSomeMore Posted September 15, 2014 #5 Share Posted September 15, 2014 Just renewed mine. Turn around time was just a little over three weeks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobsfamily Posted September 15, 2014 #6 Share Posted September 15, 2014 Thank you for the information all. I need to renew mine next month. What is the time-frame for renewal? Ours expire next June... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FloatSomeMore Posted September 15, 2014 #7 Share Posted September 15, 2014 What is the time-frame for renewal? Ours expire next June... Some countries require six months from date of exit from that country. Most that I reviewed were two to three months from exiting date. The cruise lines recommend six months. We travel enough that I renewed mine when we were in town for a couple of months. Did not want to have to skip a trip because I didn't have a current passport! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ghstudio Posted September 15, 2014 #8 Share Posted September 15, 2014 Don't put renewing your passport off....our government has had stoppages, applications build up, who knows what will happen. It's not something you want to have to worry about. BTW...for those that don't know, there are two US passports that you can choose between (actually there is also a card, but that won't help anyone who cruises). The only difference in the two passports is the number of pages. Keep in mind that if you order the smaller passport, you can get more pages, but at a cost of something like $110.....which, of course, you wouldn't need if you got the larger passport in the first place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobsfamily Posted September 15, 2014 #9 Share Posted September 15, 2014 Some countries require six months from date of exit from that country. Most that I reviewed were two to three months from exiting date. The cruise lines recommend six months. We travel enough that I renewed mine when we were in town for a couple of months. Did not want to have to skip a trip because I didn't have a current passport! Thanks, we have a cruise in Feb. and they expire in June. I guess I will apply right after we get back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
josie724 Posted September 15, 2014 #10 Share Posted September 15, 2014 Don't put renewing your passport off....our government has had stoppages, applications build up, who knows what will happen. It's not something you want to have to worry about. BTW...for those that don't know, there are two US passports that you can choose between (actually there is also a card, but that won't help anyone who cruises). The only difference in the two passports is the number of pages. Keep in mind that if you order the smaller passport, you can get more pages, but at a cost of something like $110.....which, of course, you wouldn't need if you got the larger passport in the first place. There are several US itineraries where the card can be used. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phxazzcruisers Posted September 16, 2014 #11 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Thanks, we have a cruise in Feb. and they expire in June. I guess I will apply right after we get back. If you have a cruise in February and your passports expire in June of that year you need to get them renewed BEFOR your cruise, not after. They cruise line required passports valid for 6 months from date of sailing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ghstudio Posted September 16, 2014 #12 Share Posted September 16, 2014 There are several US itineraries where the card can be used. On most of those cruises you don't actually need any passport..no need to buy the card. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karynanne Posted September 16, 2014 #13 Share Posted September 16, 2014 After reading Celebrity's site information (FAQ's), it states, that it is recommended, not required that a passport be further than 6 months of the sailing date. I am sailing in 3 weeks, and just realized that my passport does expire in Feb. 2015. I'll apply for an expedited delivery of a renewal...just to be safe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stickey_mouse Posted September 16, 2014 #14 Share Posted September 16, 2014 I am sailing in 3 weeks, and just realized that my passport does expire in Feb. 2015. I'll apply for an expedited delivery of a renewal...just to be safe. No need to waste your money on an expedited passport. You'll be fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karynanne Posted September 16, 2014 #15 Share Posted September 16, 2014 No need to waste your money on an expedited passport. You'll be fine. Should I not apply for the renewal now? Wait until after my cruise? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stickey_mouse Posted September 16, 2014 #16 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Should I not apply for the renewal now? Wait until after my cruise? You've got around 4 months to spare, more than enough cushion for your trip. I don't think you have anything to worry about. Renewing after your cruise should be just fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stickey_mouse Posted September 16, 2014 #17 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Your passport is a legal document with definite beginning and expiration dates. I think the only reason they advise a 6-month window is in case you cannot return on the planned date because of illness, injury, trip elongation, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karynanne Posted September 16, 2014 #18 Share Posted September 16, 2014 You've got around 4 months to spare, more than enough cushion for your trip. I don't think you have anything to worry about. Renewing after your cruise should be just fine. Actually it'll be 3 months at disembarkation. We're doing a B2B that ends 11/1. Thank you for your input. I'm usually right on top of everything, but this was one thing that totally slipped my mind! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stickey_mouse Posted September 16, 2014 #19 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Actually it'll be 3 months at disembarkation. We're doing a B2B that ends 11/1. Thank you for your input. I'm usually right on top of everything, but this was one thing that totally slipped my mind! I think a 3-month window is still quite fine. You're very welcome! I completely understand! My wife's expired back in January, and mine will expire next month. We should be getting our renewed passports next week so that we can sail in December. Our cruise will be a closed-loop Western Caribbean cruise, so technically no passport is required, but better safe than sorry! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sloop-JohnB Posted September 16, 2014 #20 Share Posted September 16, 2014 (edited) Hi All, Quite frankly what Celebrity says... Or the US Passport officials say... Makes no never mind In the end what is truly important (The only thing that matters) is what the Countries you plan to visit say !! Cause ultimately they, and only they, and their own Customs & Immigration (Border Security) Officials decide in regards to WHO can visit Such info can be found on each Countries own Customs & Immigration websites Or In Canada, the USA (and other countries) Foreign Affairs / State Department etc websites maintain info for their Citizens who are abroad... Such as basic travel info - Travel Advisories etc. no one should ever travel abroad without consulting these websites... As citzens of your country, they are on the lookout for you (plus their is important EMERGENCY info to be found within that could help in a worse case scenario... Loss of Passport - Enviromental / Climatic / or other Disaster - or a unforeseen event that changes the political landscape / your safety as a citizen). In these instances your Embassy or Consulate abroad can assist you or make arrangements for your evacuation home... No one should ever travel without checking / noting this relative info as it could SAVE YOUR LIFE !! Canada - Foreign Affairs / Travel Advisories = http://travel.gc.ca/travelling/advisories USA - State Dept / Travel Advisories = http://travel.state.gov/content/passports/english/alertswarnings.html Hope this helps, Cheers! Edited September 16, 2014 by Sloop-JohnB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CathyCruises Posted September 16, 2014 #21 Share Posted September 16, 2014 You've got around 4 months to spare, more than enough cushion for your trip. I don't think you have anything to worry about. Renewing after your cruise should be just fine. I think you may be giving out misinformation. I was not allowed to board a cruise one time without a passport that was valid more than six months after the end of the cruise. I had an unbelievable hassle to get it done in time to sail, and in fact did not get my passport until the day before the plane left. I would definitely not advise somebody that four months is adequate because it may not be and you do not want to be responsible for them missing their cruise!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phxazzcruisers Posted September 16, 2014 #22 Share Posted September 16, 2014 I think you may be giving out misinformation. I was not allowed to board a cruise one time without a passport that was valid more than six months after the end of the cruise. I had an unbelievable hassle to get it done in time to sail, and in fact did not get my passport until the day before the plane left. I would definitely not advise somebody that four months is adequate because it may not be and you do not want to be responsible for them missing their cruise!! I agree with CathyCruises. I would check with Celebrity NOW so you will have time to get a new passport if they say it is necessary. I would hate for you to miss out on a cruise due to false information given on this site. I have known people who almost missed cruises because of expiring passports. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stickey_mouse Posted September 16, 2014 #23 Share Posted September 16, 2014 I think you may be giving out misinformation. I was not allowed to board a cruise one time without a passport that was valid more than six months after the end of the cruise. I had an unbelievable hassle to get it done in time to sail, and in fact did not get my passport until the day before the plane left. I would definitely not advise somebody that four months is adequate because it may not be and you do not want to be responsible for them missing their cruise!! How were you denied ability to board but still able to get the passport in time? I've read the requirements listed by Celebrity on its website and it says it only suggests a 6-month window. I would assume that if Celebrity requires it, it would be expressly stated on their website. Karynanne might want to call Celebrity to confirm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sloop-JohnB Posted September 16, 2014 #24 Share Posted September 16, 2014 (edited) How were you denied ability to board but still able to get the passport in time? I've read the requirements listed by Celebrity on its website and it says it only suggests a 6-month window. I would assume that if Celebrity requires it, it would be expressly stated on their website. Karynanne might want to call Celebrity to confirm. Guessing it was because Celebrity / Homeland Security actually needs the Passport info for each Pax in the days prior to the cruise itself... In the interim CATHYCRUISES got her new passport and showed up at the Terminal on E-Day with it in hand (so essentially she sweet talked Celebrity in giving her an extension cause her Passport was in process) Again... I reiterate FORGET what Celebrity or any Cruisers here say WHAT IS IMPORTANT is what each Country you are visiting requires. Because Celebrity could essentially as a US Cruise Line / Transportation Co let you sail with them... But any or all countries could DENY you entrance if you don't meet their Customs & Immigration Requirements At each country / port... The ship and all aboard must be cleared If you are not in compliance, you won't be cleared for entry Period Cheers! Edited September 16, 2014 by Sloop-JohnB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CathyCruises Posted September 16, 2014 #25 Share Posted September 16, 2014 How were you denied ability to board but still able to get the passport in time? I've read the requirements listed by Celebrity on its website and it says it only suggests a 6-month window. I would assume that if Celebrity requires it, it would be expressly stated on their website. Karynanne might want to call Celebrity to confirm. First of all, it wasn't on celebrity, it was on princess. Second of all, I was not allowed to complete my boarding documents because my passport expired too soon. It was because the country I was going to required it, not because the cruise line required it. So better safe than sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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