REQUIRED TRAVEL DOCUMENTS PASSPORT & OTHER REQUIRED ITEMS

You’ve booked your cabin, planned your outfits, and memorized the lineup. But if your travel documents aren’t in order, you’re not getting on the boat. Period.

Don’t let paperwork kill the vibe. Here’s everything you need to know about Monsters of Rock Cruise ID requirements so you’re stage-side, not stuck curbside. We’re Rock N’ Roll, not red tape, but when it comes to international travel, this stuff matters.

SO…DO YOU NEED A PASSPORT?

Yes, we highly recommend that all guests travel with a valid passport.

Since you’ll be leaving the country, a passport ensures compliance with U.S. CBP identification requirements and allows you to sail smoothly aboard the Norwegian Joy on this epic music festival cruise.

A PASSPORT IS REQUIRED IF:

  • You’re not a U.S. citizen
  • You’re flying into or out of a foreign country as part of your trip
  • You need emergency medical evacuation or must disembark early in a foreign port

IMPORTANT: Your passport must be valid for at least six (6) months beyond your cruise’s return date.

ACCEPTED TRAVEL DOCUMENTS
FOR U.S. CITIZENS

These music festival cruise boarding requirements exist so you’re cleared for departure and ready to rock. If you don’t have a passport, you may still sail, but only under specific conditions. You must carry one of the following three sets of documents:

OPTION 1
U.S. Passport Recommended

U.S. Passport (valid through travel dates and for six months beyond)

OPTION 2
PROOF OF CITIZENSHIP + PHOTO ID

 ACCEPTED DOCUMENTS:

  1. ONLY an Original or State Certified copy of a Government Issued Birth Certificate with a raised seal or in some cases a holographic image.
  2. Consular Report of Birth Abroad – Notarized copies are not acceptable.
  3. Certificate of Naturalization – Notarized copies are not acceptable.

IMPORTANT

  • Photo ID must be a valid, government-issued photo ID (e.g. driver’s license)
  • The name on the ID must match the proof of citizenship. Any name changes require documentation (e.g. marriage certificate).
  • U.S. citizens under the age of 16 do not require a government-issued photo id, but must still show proof of citizenship.

OPTION 3 – WHTI-COMPLIANT DOCUMENTS

Certain WHTI documents are accepted. Check details here: WHTI Info

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NOT ACCEPTED AS PROOF OF CITIZENSHIP:

    • Notarized Photocopy of a Birth Certificate
    • Notarized Photocopy of a Passport
    • Copy of a Passport
    • Record of Live Birth from a Hospital
    • Social Security cards
    • Voter registration cards
    • Baptismal certificates
    • World Passports

These documents are NOT WHTI compliant documents, and are NOT acceptable proof of citizenship. Guests relying on these documents as proof of citizenship will be denied boarding.

NON-U.S. CITIZENS

All non-U.S. citizens must carry a valid passport that does not expire within six months of your return date. Some guests may also require:

  • A valid U.S. multiple re-entry visa.
  • Tourist visas for certain ports of call.

Check with consulates, embassies, or immigration offices for specific requirements for your nationality.

U.S. ALIEN RESIDENTS (GREEN CARD HOLDERS)

If you’re a U.S. permanent resident:

  • You must carry your valid passport AND your Alien Resident Card (ARC or “Green Card”).
  • Expired ARC cards can result in denial of re-entry to the U.S. Check your card’s date and renew if needed.
  • Some ARC holders may still require visas for certain countries on the itinerary.

Sometimes, non-U.S. citizens and ARC holders may be asked to surrender documents at embarkation, which will be returned after inspection at debarkation. For Green Card renewal info, visit: USCIS Green Card Renewal

VISA REQUIREMENTS FOR NON-U.S. CITIZENS

Non-U.S. citizens require a valid, machine-readable passport and may also need a valid, unexpired U.S. multiple re-entry visa if applicable. Check with your consulate, embassy, or government authorities for visa requirements for every country or port you will visit during the Monsters of Rock Cruise.

Visa Waiver Program (VWP):
Eligible international travelers wishing to visit the United States under the Visa Waiver Program must apply for electronic authorization (ESTA). Citizens from VWP countries must carry a machine-readable, biometric passport with a digital photo, valid for the entire duration of the voyage. Guests without proper identification may be refused boarding or entry into the United States.

For details and to see if your country qualifies for the Visa Waiver Program, visit the U.S. Visa Waiver Program and ESTA information.

PRO TIPS - CONCERT CRUISE TRAVEL DOCUMENTS

  • Ensure your passport is valid at least 6 months beyond your cruise return date.
  • Names must match exactly across all documents.
  • Print copies of all documents. You can’t rock out if your phone dies at check-in.
  • Keep all documents in your carry-on, not your checked luggage.
  • Traveling with minors? Special documentation is required. More on that below.

REAL ID FOR U.S. DOMESTIC FLIGHTS

Beginning May 7, 2025, every U.S. air traveler age 18+ must carry a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or another acceptable form of ID to fly domestically.

  • REAL IDs are typically marked with a star in the upper corner of the license.
  • Not sure if yours qualifies? Contact your state driver’s license agency well before your trip. More details here: REAL ID Info

ADULTS TRAVELING WITH MINOR CHILDREN

Adults traveling with children who aren’t their own must bring:

  • The child’s passport (or certified birth certificate).
  • A notarized letter from a parent authorizing the trip and medical care if needed.
  • Or legal guardianship papers.

Don’t let paperwork stop you from boarding the ship.

INOCULATION & HEALTH REQUIREMENTS

All guests must be medically fit for travel. Check with your doctor and visit:

You may be subject to health protocols from NCL, the CDC, or other authorities, including testing, vaccinations, or mask mandates. Requirements may change at any time.

ROCK CRUISE DOCUMENT CHECKLIST

Your Concert Cruise Travel Documents include:

  • Passport (or alternate approved documents)
  • Boarding pass
  • Emergency contacts & medical info
  • Travel Insurance details
  • Rock spirit and devil horns

Remember: Improper documents = denied boarding. NO REFUND. NO EXCEPTIONS.

MORE INFO & RESOURCES

Don’t let paperwork blow your encore. Rock smart, travel prepared.