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May 17, 20212 min
Travel requirements for crew members to join your Royal Caribbean cruise ship at these three main ports in 2021, official information gathered for your convenience!
As always keep in mind this information changes day by day so be sure to check out the official sources like MyRCL Crew Portal, clicking on the Healthy Return to Service banner. The objective of this blog is to make the information more simple to find and understand. All images belong to Royal Caribbean Group.
Let’s clear some doubts about joining in the different ports currently preparing for operations, we’ll go through some official communications.
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If you are still getting your documents ready, click here for some help!
Remember: The only approved form of testing for Covid-19 is Polymer Chain Reaction test of Nasopharyngeal Swabs.
For most countries you will need a valid negative PCR test taken within 72hs prior to your arrival. Depending on the port you are joining, the timeline can vary. Check out the image below to find out how many hours prior to traveling or arriving your test will be valid for. Also in each port there will be different requirements for additional testing upon arrival or prior to embarking.
Click here to access the full official guide with links to the mentioned documentation.
PCR test taken within 72Hs of arrival.
Immigration letter permitting your entry for purposes of joining the ship.
Complete the online Health Flight Pass within 24Hs of your flight. Click here for a step by step guide.
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PCR test taken within 72Hs of arrival.
Complete Electronic Health Authorization Form at least 24Hs prior to departing on your trip. Click here to learn how.
If you are from one of the banned countries on this list (at the bottom), you will need an exemption letter from the Crew Readiness Team.
TIP: Reach out to the region-specific Enhanced Contact Us Tool on MyRCL where you can get assistance regarding document readiness, scheduling and additional paperwork.
Click here to access the full official guide with links to the mentioned documentation and Click here to see a general timeline.
Quarantine at Home or at an Approved Hotel prior to travel.
Upload a Quarantine Attestation on C-Trac
PCR test taken within 72Hs of arrival. Click here to see providers.
Fit to Travel Certificate medical checkup 24Hs before travel. Click here to see providers.
Complete Online Arrival Card at least 24Hs prior to departing on your trip. Click here to learn how.
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