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Requirements for vaccines

What vaccines does Royal Caribbean accept?

Royal Caribbean accepts vaccines that are fully approved or authorized for emergency use by the US FDA or the World Health Organization. All doses of your vaccine must be from the same manufacturer and type (e.g. mRNA) in the required number of doses to be considered fully administered (e.g. 2 doses of Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, etc. or 1 injection of Johnson & Johnson vaccine) ... A guest is considered fully vaccinated 14 days after the completion of vaccination.

See US FDA Approved Vaccines.

See World Health Organization Approved Vaccines

Vaccine policies are subject to change as we track the evolution of public health guidelines and government regulations.

Mixed vaccines from different manufacturers

We accept mixed vaccination with doses from different manufacturers, provided that your batch of vaccine meets the following requirements:

- Guests must receive at least two doses of vaccines fully approved or cleared for emergency use by the US FDA or World Health Organization.

- Two doses should be given at least 28 days apart *.

- The last dose must be delivered at least 14 days before departure.

* For guests departing from ports outside the United States: When combined AstraZeneca and mRNA vaccines (Pfizer or Moderna), there must be at least 42 days between the two doses.

Mixed vaccines are not accepted at all ports of call. Guests who have received a mixed batch vaccination may be prohibited from going ashore at these ports, or they may need to undergo additional testing if they wish to disembark.

Testing

If you require a COVID test in advance to board your ship, please read these rules carefully.

What tests are accepted:

There are two common types of diagnostic tests for COVID-19, and we accept either of them:

- Molecular test, also called PCR test or NAAT test.

- Antigen test, also called rapid antigen test

The test must be supervised by a healthcare professional, such as a doctor, pharmacist at a pharmacy, public health worker, or telemedicine specialist.

You must receive a valid results document from the testing laboratory, stating the name of the laboratory, your name, the date of the test, the type of test, and a negative result. You can print the document, show the results in an email or lab attachment. Handwritten doctor's notes will not be accepted.

Self-testing at home is only allowed if it meets the specific requirements below.

Tests we do not accept

- Antibody tests are not accepted because they do not detect an ongoing infection.

- It also does not accept home testing kits that are self-administered at home and not monitored by a telemedicine professional.

Learn more about testing at home

Self-testing under the supervision of a telemedicine professional conducted at home under live surveillance must meet the following requirements:

- The test must be approved for emergency use by the US FDA.

- Only vaccinated guests will be able to submit a home test result for boarding the liner

- The self-test process should take place under direct supervision during a video call with a telemedicine representative.

- The telemedicine provider must give you a results document that includes all the information you need.

- An example of one test that meets these parameters is the Abbott BinaxNow COVID-19 Ag Card Test, available through the Abbott Navica app or eMed.com. Please note that this test kit must be shipped to your home in most cases and may take up to 5 business days to ship (to the US) after you order.

Learn more about the Abbott brand tests

We get a lot of questions about Abbott tests, the most affordable brand of COVID-19 tests. The following tests are accepted:

- Any Abbott branded tests performed onsite by a pharmacy technician or other healthcare professional will be accepted. They should provide you with a proper document of the results (no handwritten notes).

- Accepted Abbott BinaxNow COVID-19 Ag Card test, which is performed at home and under the supervision of a telemedicine specialist. This must be done under the supervision of live video.

- Abbott BinaxNow COVID-19 Self Testing, if done at home and not supervised by a healthcare professional, will NOT be accepted.

Where and when to take the test

For shipments before September 13 from US ports and from Nassau

When scheduling a test withThere are some additional things to keep in mind:

For cruises requiring a test at least 3 days prior to departure. How to calculate "3 days until": The day you go on the cruise does not count as one of the days. So, for example, if you go on a cruise on Saturday, you can take the test on Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday.

Make sure your chosen testing provider can provide you with a valid results document prior to travel.

For shipments after September 13th from US ports and from Nassau

- Vaccinated guests 12 years of age or older must submit a negative COVID-19 test (PCR or antigen test) that was performed no earlier than 2 days before departure.

- Unvaccinated guests between the ages of 2 and 11 must show a negative PCR test performed at least 3 days before departure. Antigen tests are not accepted.

- Guests under 2 years old do not need to take tests.

- The cost of testing is paid by the guest.

Providing results on the day of departure

You will present your negative test result at the terminal upon boarding. Print the result if possible. We will also accept a valid results document presented on your phone.

from Florida, USA

The protocols listed here only apply to shipments from Florida. We will continue to update these protocols as the public health situation evolves. Recommendations for all other ports of departure are still being developed jointly with federal, state and local authorities. Guests booking a cruise departing from other ports will be provided with full information prior to departure.

Vaccination:

All guests over 12 years old must be vaccinated

The second vaccination must be given no later than 14 days prior to arrival in the Bahamas. The certificate must be in English and issued by a government agency of your country

The entire liner team is vaccinated. The entire Perfect Day at CocoCay team is vaccinated.

Testing:

- Vaccinated guests 12 years of age or older must submit a negative COVID-19 test (PCR or antigen test) that was performed no earlier than 2 days before departure.

- Unvaccinated guests between the ages of 2 and 11 must show a negative PCR test performed at least 3 days before departure. Testing of unvaccinated children cannot be carried out on the day of departure, as may affect the collection of material at the terminal. Antigen tests are not accepted.

- Guests under 2 years old do not need to take tests.

- The cost of testing is paid by the guest.

- Unvaccinated guests between 2 and 11 years old will have to take several tests depending on the duration of the cruise:

During landing:

Unvaccinated guests between 2 and 11 years old must take a PCR test at the terminal.

At the end of the cruise:

Unvaccinated guests over 2 years of age will be required to take a rapid antigen test on the last full day of the cruise. Guests who need to take a test to return to their home country will be able to do so on the last day of the cruise free of charge.

For unvaccinated guests from 2 to 11 years old, all tests will be free. Guests under 2 years old are not required to take the tests.

On board

Allocated spaces

Since most of our guests will be vaccinated, only vaccinated guests will be admitted to some areas on board. We will do our best to ensure that all guests have the opportunity to have a good time with us. Please note that the SeaPass card will be required to access the lounges, shows and restaurants, so keep it handy while cruising.

Sites by liners:

Freedom of the Seas

Odyssey of the seas

Symphony of the Seas

Allure of the seas

Mariner of the seas

Serenade of the Seas

Masks:

Masks will be required for all guests over 2 years old indoors. Masks are not needed on the open deck, in restaurants with meals, at Perfect Day at CocoCay. Vaccinated guests will not be able to wear masks in areas where only vaccinated guests are allowed

Restaurants

In the main restaurant, which is spread over several decks, we will allocate areas for everyone, including parents and unvaccinated children, as well as areas for vaccinated groups only. My Time Dining will not be available to unvaccinated guests.

Some alternative restaurants will be open to everyone, while others will only be open to the vaccinated. If you prefer a buffet, Windjammer will be open to everyone for breakfast and lunch. We recommend that you book a restaurant table using the Cruise Planner before your cruise or via the Royal Caribbean app on board. Also, all comers will have access to bars and cafes.

Show

The shows will be limited to theater capacity, but the number of performances will be increased for everyone to watch. We recommend that you book your tables in advance through the Cruise Planner or the App.

Ashore

Vaccinated guests can book excursions or go out freelyb in most ports, except for those listed below - in these ports, going ashore is possible only as part of excursions:

- Saint Lucia (cruises in November)

- Barbados (November cruises) Anchor

- Saint Kitts (cruises in November)

- Antigua (cruises in November)

Unvaccinated Guests: Must book excursions through Royal Caribbean.

Perfect Day at CocoCay and Port Canaveral

Free exit for all guests

from New York, USA

The protocols listed here only apply to shipments from New York. We will continue to update these protocols as the public health situation evolves. Recommendations for all other ports of departure are still being developed jointly with federal, state and local authorities. Guests booking a cruise departing from other ports will be provided with full information prior to departure.

Vaccination:

All guests over 12 years old must be vaccinated

The second vaccination must be given no later than 14 days prior to arrival in the Bahamas. The certificate must be in English and issued by a government agency of your country

The entire liner team is vaccinated. The entire Perfect Day at CocoCay team is vaccinated.

Testing:

- Vaccinated guests 12 years of age or older must submit a negative COVID-19 test (PCR or antigen test) that was performed no earlier than 2 days before departure.

- Guests under 2 years old do not need to take tests.

- The cost of testing is paid by the guest.

Unvaccinated guests between 2 and 11 years old will have to take several tests depending on the length of the cruise:

During landing:

Unvaccinated guests between 2 and 11 years old must take a PCR test at the terminal.

At the end of the cruise:

For unvaccinated guests from 2 to 11 years old, all tests will be free. Guests under 2 years old are not required to take the tests.

On board

Allocated spaces

Sites by liners:

Oasis of the Seas

Masks:

Restaurants

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Ashore

Vaccinated guests can book excursions or go freely at most ports, except for those listed below - in these ports, going ashore is possible only as part of excursions:

- Saint Lucia (cruises in November)

- Barbados (cruises in November)

- Saint Kitts (November cruises) Anchor

- Antigua (cruises in November)

Unvaccinated Guests: Must book excursions through Royal Caribbean.

Perfect Day at CocoCay and Port Canaveral

Free exit for all guests

from Los Angeles, USA

The protocols listed here only apply to departures from Los Angeles. We will continue to update these protocols as the public health situation evolves. Recommendations for all other ports of departure are still being developed jointly with federal, state and local authorities. Guests booking a cruise departing from other ports will be provided with full information prior to departure.

Vaccination:

All guests over 12 years old must be vaccinated

The second vaccination must be given late.her 14 days before arriving in the Bahamas. The certificate must be in English and issued by a government agency of your country

The entire liner team is vaccinated. The entire Perfect Day at CocoCay team is vaccinated.

Testing:

- Vaccinated guests 12 years of age or older must submit a negative COVID-19 test (PCR or antigen test) that was performed no earlier than 2 days before departure.

- Guests under 2 years old do not need to take tests.

- The cost of testing is paid by the guest.

Unvaccinated guests between 2 and 11 years old will have to take several tests depending on the length of the cruise:

During landing:

Unvaccinated guests between 2 and 11 years old must take a PCR test at the terminal.

At the end of the cruise:

For unvaccinated guests from 2 to 11 years old, all tests will be free. Guests under 2 years old are not required to take the tests.

On board

Allocated spaces

Sites by liners:

Navigator of the Seas

Masks:

Restaurants

Show

Ashore

Vaccinated guests can book excursions or go freely at most ports, except for those listed below - in these ports, going ashore is possible only as part of excursions:

- Saint Lucia (cruises in November)

- Barbados (cruises in November)

- Saint Kitts (November cruises) Anchor

- Antigua (cruises in November)

Unvaccinated Guests: Must book excursions through Royal Caribbean.

Perfect Day at CocoCay and Port Canaveral

Free exit for all guests

from Galveston, TX

The protocols outlined here only apply to departures from Galveston to the Independence of the Seas®. We will continue to update these protocols as the public health situation evolves. Recommendations for all other ports of departure are still being developed jointly with federal, state and local authorities. Guests booking a cruise departing from other ports will be provided with full information prior to departure.

Vaccination:

All guests over 12 years old must be vaccinated

The second vaccination must be done no later than 14 days before the departure of the liner. The certificate must be in English and issued by a government agency of your country

The entire liner team is vaccinated.

Testing:

- Vaccinated guests 12 years of age or older must submit a negative COVID-19 test (PCR or antigen test) that was performed no earlier than 2 days before departure.

- Guests under 2 years old do not need to take tests.

- The cost of testing is paid by the guest.

In terminal:

All unvaccinated guests between 2 and 11 years old must take a free antigen test at the cruise terminal. Children under 2 years old should not take the test.

In timecruise name:

All unvaccinated guests between 2 and 11 years of age must take a free test on the last day of the cruise. The test will take place approximately 24 hours before the arrival of the ship.

Allocated spaces

Sites by liners:

Independence of the Seas

Adventure of the Seas

Liberty of the seas

Masks

No masks needed:

- In open areas of the ship, if you are not in a crowded place.

- In the pool or in any other way where they can get wet.

- Locations reserved for vaccinated guests only, such as select bars, lounges, restaurants and shows.

- In the cabin.

- While visiting our private island, Perfect Day at CocoCay

- Any guests under 2 years old.

Masks are MANDATORY to wear:

- Being in closed spaces of the liner, with the exception of restaurant tables

- When visiting ports of call, if required by local regulations.

Ashore:

Vaccinated guests: Free exit

Unvaccinated Guests: Must book excursions through Royal Caribbean

Restaurants: Yakor

All restaurants will be open, the distance between tables will be increased. My Time Dining is not available for tourist groups traveling with unvaccinated children. Windjammer will work with waiters. We recommend that you book your tables in advance through the Cruise Planner or the App.

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from San Juan, Puerto Rico

The protocols listed here only apply to shipments from Puerto Rico. We will continue to update these protocols as the public health situation evolves. Recommendations for all other ports of departure are still being developed jointly with federal, state and local authorities. Guests booking a cruise departing from other ports will be provided with full information prior to departure.

Vaccination:

All guests over 12 years old must be vaccinated

The second vaccination must be done no later than 14 days before the departure of the liner. The certificate must be in English and issued by a government agency of your country

The entire liner team is vaccinated.

Testing:

To enter Puerto Rico:

Some guests are required to provide a negative PCR or COVID-19 antigen test to enter Puerto Rico, depending on their vaccination status and the country from which they are traveling.

If you are flying from the USA

Vaccinated guests do not need to be tested to enter Puerto Rico.

Unvaccinated children between 2 and 11 years of age must present a negative PCR or antigen test within 72 hours of arrival at Luis Muñoz Marina International Airport in San Juan.

If you are flying from another country

All travelers 2 years of age or older, regardless of vaccination status, must present a negative PCR or antigen test result within 72 hours of arrival at Luis Muñoz Marin International Airport in San Juan.

If you are already in Puerto Rico

No additional testing required.

To board the liner:

- Vaccinated guests 12 years of age or older must submit a negative COVID-19 test (PCR or antigen test) that was performed no earlier than 2 days before departure.

- Guests under 2 years old do not need to take tests.

- The cost of testing is paid by the guest.

In terminal:

All unvaccinated guests between 2 and 11 years old must take a free antigen test at the cruise terminal. Children under 2 years old should not take the test.

During the cruise:

All unvaccinated guests between 2 and 11 years of age must take a free test on the last day of the cruise. The test will take place approximately 24 hours before the arrival of the ship.

Allocated spaces

Sites by liners:

Explorer of the seas

Masks

No masks needed:

- On open areas of the liner, if inYou are not in a crowded place.

- In the pool or in any other way where they can get wet.

- Locations reserved for vaccinated guests only, such as select bars, lounges, restaurants and shows.

- In the cabin.

- While visiting our private island, Perfect Day at CocoCay

- Any guests under 2 years old.

Masks are MANDATORY to wear:

- Being in closed spaces of the liner, with the exception of restaurant tables

- When visiting ports of call, if required by local regulations.

Ashore:

Vaccinated guests can book excursions or go freely at most ports, except for those listed below - in these ports, going ashore is possible only as part of excursions:

- Saint Lucia (cruises in November)

- Barbados (cruises in November)

- Saint Kitts (cruises in November)

- Antigua (cruises in November)

Unvaccinated Guests: Must book excursions through Royal Caribbean.

Perfect Day at CocoCay and Port Canaveral Free exit for all guests

Restaurants:

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