CruiseHealth Covid-19 Protocols
Vaccinated Guests
What testing information do I need to know for my upcoming cruise?
- On most voyages, unvaccinated guests, or those who do not provide proof of vaccination, simply must upload a photo of their negative self-test while they are in the process of getting OceanReady® (unvaccinated children under 5 years do not require pre-cruise testing).
Unvaccinated Guests
Can I sail without a COVID-19 vaccine?
- Unvaccinated guests are welcome to cruise.
What testing information do I need to know for my upcoming cruise?
- Self-administered Antigen OR medically assisted Antigen or PCR within 3 days.
Princess Cruise Line Health & Safety FAQs
Which COVID-19 vaccines will be accepted on board?
Acceptable vaccines are those that are approved, or have an emergency use authorization or listing from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or the World Health Organization (WHO).
- Pfizer: 2 Doses
- Moderna: 2 Doses
- Johnson & Johnson: 1 Dose
- AstraZeneca: 2 Doses
- Sinopharm: 2 doses
- Sinovac: 2 Doses
- Covaxin: 2 Doses
- Novavax: 2 Doses
Can I have mixed vaccines?
In a two-dose series, we accept mixed vaccine types only if at least 2 doses of an authorized vaccine were administered at least 28 days part, with the last dose given at least 14 days before sailing. See Which COVID-19 vaccines will be accepted on board? for a list of currently approved or authorized vaccines.
Do I need a COVID-19 vaccine booster to be considered fully vaccinated?
COVID-19 vaccine boosters are strongly recommended by the US CDC for everyone eligible at least 7 days before embarkation.
Boosters may be required by certain health authorities on the itinerary or required on specific voyages. New vaccination entry requirements can change without notice, so we recommend you keep your vaccination status up to date and ensure you are familiar with the requirements for the destinations you plan to visit.
Do Certificates of Recovery apply as a vaccination exemptions for guests recently recovered from COVID-19?
Documentation of recovery from COVID-19 or blood antibody tests are not accepted in place of a primary vaccination series.
Cruise Itineraries that include Canada prior to October 1, 2022:
Voyages that include Canada:
Please note that cruises that begin, end or visit Canada will require sailing guests ages 12 and above who are not Canadian citizens be fully vaccinated, unless they are granted a medical exemption. Find out if you can enter Canada at travel.gc.ca^.
Guests who have an approved medical exemption from COVID-19 Vaccines are required to bring a letter from a physician. Guests can visit travel.gc.ca^ for information on this.
For 2022 Alaska cruisetours and Alaska and non-Alaska cruises starting or ending in Vancouver, Canada:
Vaccination: Please note that Canada is supporting a process for medical exemptions to vaccination with proper documentation for voyages that include Canada for non-Canadian citizens. Cruises beginning or ending in Canada will require all sailing guests 12 and over to be vaccinated, unless they are granted a medical exemption.
Testing: Guests ages five and above will require a medically observed negative viral COVID-19 test result taken before boarding.
- Within 2 day for Antigen
- Within 3 days for PCR
- Children aged two to four will require a viral PCR COVID-19 test within 3 days before boarding, plus a complimentary antigen test taken at the terminal.
Cruise tours: Will not require testing prior to the land portion.
- For cruise tours beginning with the land tour, we’ll facilitate testing prior to guests’ cruise embarkation.
- There is no requirement for disembarkation testing for fully vaccinated guests.
Pre-Boarding Requirements: Within 72 hours of embarkation, the Canadian government requires guests to sign into ArriveCAN from a computer or download the mobile app to provide docs and travel info. Guests will need to bring a copy (digital or printed) of their receipt when they travel.
Cruise Itineraries that include Canada starting October 1, 2022:
Starting October 1, 2022, all COVID-19 border requirements, including vaccination, mandatory use of ArriveCAN, and any testing and quarantine/isolation requirements will end for all travellers entering Canada whether by land, air or sea.
We do not collect vaccination cards or store proof of vaccination. Those cruise lines that have vaccine requirements to cruise will likely ask for proof at the time of boarding.
Please note that these guidelines are subject to change.
Will I have to wear a face mask or physically distance onboard the ship?
Masks are recommended, but not required, in the majority of onboard venues, though you may need to wear them in select venues or certain situations. Mask requirements are clearly designated through signage and onboard communications.
We recommend guests wash or replace their mask daily and choose a good quality mask. Masks should have two or more layers, completely cover the nose and mouth, fit snuggly against the sides of the face and have a nose wire. We’ll provide complimentary surgical masks on board with replacements available upon request.
Additionally, when going ashore, guests should be prepared to follow all local health guidelines, the status of which will be shared before debarkation at the destination.
Will I be able to explore freely at the port?
The ability for guests to go ashore in ports of call is controlled by the governments of the ports we visit, based on their specific protocols and requirements. When going ashore, guests should be prepared to follow all local health guidelines, the status of which will be shared before debarkation at the destination. All guests, including those who are not vaccinated, are welcome to go ashore.