TSA staff in Galveston

[margeecruiser]

We will be on Allure next year using the new terminal.  There have been many cruises out of the old terminal when there were not enough agents for Customs/Immigration clearance causing delays.  Any info/guesses about new terminal processes? 

[Lee Cruiser]

Can't answer about the Allure, but we just disembarked the Vista on Saturday and it was a very smooth process for those who have passports.  They use facial recognition so it takes only a couple of seconds.  Now the line for those using birth certificates was very long.  Definitely glad we didn't have to go through that one.

[CarolSW]

On 10/6/2022 at 9:22 AM, Lee Cruiser said:

Can't answer about the Allure, but we just disembarked the Vista on Saturday and it was a very smooth process for those who have passports.  They use facial recognition so it takes only a couple of seconds.  Now the line for those using birth certificates was very long.  Definitely glad we didn't have to go through that one.

I am hoping/assuming the new terminal debarkation will be the similar to the excellent improved debark experience at Terminals 1 & 2.   Since RCI is an established line in Galveston, should be an easy transition to new digs, technically called Terminal 10 I think.  But I would also guess, like anything, there will be a few glitches the first days  in an unfamiliar setting.  However, I am DELIGHTED with this new addition to our home port!  Can’t wait to try it in Feb. 2023! 

Edited October 8, 2022 by CarolSW