Have Fun. Be Safe. COVID-19 Guest Protocols
Vaccinated Guests
What testing information do I need to know for my upcoming cruise?
- Vaccinated guests (with proof of vaccination) - No testing is required on cruises 15 nights or less.
- Cruises 16 nights or longer or when required by a destination, guests may have to present a PCR or antigen test taken within 3 days before sailing (unsupervised self-tests are not accepted).
Unvaccinated Guests
Can I sail without a COVID-19 vaccine?
- Unvaccinated guests are welcome to sail and do not need to apply for a Carnival vaccine exemption, except for voyages of 16 nights and longer that may require vaccine.
- Unvaccinated guests do not need to apply for a Carnival vaccine exemption unless voyages 16 nights and longer require vaccinated guests.
What testing information do I need to know for my upcoming cruise?
- Cruises 15 nights or less: No testing is required on cruises 15 nights or less.
- Cruises of 16 nights or more: All guests may also be required to present the negative results of a COVID-19 test taken prior to embarkation day.
Carnival Spirit - April 16, 2023, & September 19, 2023: These sailings do not require proof of vaccination, vaccine exemption or testing. However, it is encouraged that all guests follow the vaccination and testing guidance outlined above.
Carnival Luminosa - 9/14/2023: Please check back for an update on vaccination and testing requirements for this voyage. Vaccine exemptions may be required for this sailing.
Health and Safety FAQs for All Guests
What kind of pre-cruise COVID-19 tests are acceptable?
- In addition to lab administered tests, self-testing is accepted for cruises 15 nights and shorter.
- Regardless of the type of test taken, unvaccinated you will be required to present their negative test results via VeriFLY, or as part of the embarkation process.
- If the test taken is supervised by a medical professional, you can show the negative result in the form of a printout, an email, or an app screen from the test provider.
- On voyages where destinations accept self-testing, you can provide a picture of their negative home test or present the actual negative test itself at embarkation.
Are masks required onboard?
- Masks are recommended on board but not required.
- Masks may be required during the entire embarkation and debarkation process (at the home port and port of call), on any transportation, including water shuttles, and when indoors on any Carnival tour.
Can I take a Shore Excursion if I am Unvaccinated?
- Unvaccinated guests are free to disembark and enjoy their time ashore. However, certain destinations have imposed certain restrictions.
- Cartagena (Colombia) and Grand Turk – age 18 and older will have to remain on board if unvaccinated.
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