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How do I check in online?

Begin by signing in to Guest Account at the top of this website. For mobile and tablet users, please click the menu on the top left and then click Sign In. The Online Check-In process for all guests in your reservation needs to be completed at least three days prior to your sail date.

Since government regulations require cruise lines to submit final departure manifests at least 60 minutes prior to sailing, this will save you time having to fill out forms at the pier. If you have not completed Online Check-in, you will be required to complete this process at the pier two hours prior to the published sailing time.

Please note:  Xpress Pass guests whose cruise departs from ports in the United States are required to be at the pier and checked-in no later than 60 minutes prior to the published sailing time or you may not be permitted to board. For a cruise that departs from other ports not in the United States, please verify on your Guest Ticket Booklet.

Once you have completed the Online Check-In process, you will receive an Xpress Pass. It indicates that you successfully completed the check-in process for yourself and those guests listed on your Xpress Pass.

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Celebrity Cruises Check-in Procedure

Just like taking a flight, cruises involve checking in. How does the process work if you decide to take a Celebrity ship anywhere in the world? Read to find out.

To  check in with Celebrity Cruises , go to the appropriate section of their website to enter your reservation number, last name, ship, and sail date. From here, follow these steps:

1. Celebrity takes all users to a page to begin the check-in process. Passengers are advised to follow all prompts for personal and traveling information, to confirm the Celebrity Cruise Ticket Contract, and to set up an onboard expense account. Celebrity, once the process is over, generates an XPRESS Pass, which is essentially a boarding pass the traveler must take to the pier. 2. After these initial steps, the traveler, through the Celebrity website, has a chance to reserve any shore excursions, make specialty dining or spa reservations, and to order a beverage package. 3. If online check-in is not completed, the traveler will need to complete it at the terminal at least four hours prior to boarding.

As most travelers, these days, make reservations online, watch out for your electronic travel documents, which are emailed to the traveler three to four weeks before the ship departs.

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Travelers, as well, must read all cruise documents before boarding and be prepared with any passports, visas, and credit cards, typically processed at check-in.

If you have to fly into the departure port city, be aware of how much time you'll need. Generally, travelers are advised to take the shuttle from the airport to the terminal; if a package air/sea deal was made, the cruise line – not the traveler – picks up any luggage. However, for convenience and to avoid possible wait time at the terminal, arrive to the city a day early to spend the night at a hotel, and proceed to check-in at your pace the next day.

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When does on-line check-in begin?

By lifeisrealygood , July 22, 2022 in Celebrity Cruises

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My wife and I have a cruise on the Equinox leaving Fort Lauderdale on September 17, 2022.  When I sign in to my account, it says that check in is "not yet available".  I always thought check-in began at 90 days out from sailing.  We are now less than two months from sailing, and I still cannot check-in on-line.  Am I missing something, is my on-line cruise screwed up for some reason, or have they changed check in to maybe 45 days out due to this Covid thing.  Help!  Should I be able to check-in for a September 17th Caribbean cruise?

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21 minutes ago, lifeisrealygood said: My wife and I have a cruise on the Equinox leaving Fort Lauderdale on September 17, 2022.  When I sign in to my account, it says that check in is "not yet available".  I always thought check-in began at 90 days out from sailing.  We are now less than two months from sailing, and I still cannot check-in on-line.  Am I missing something, is my on-line cruise screwed up for some reason, or have they changed check in to maybe 45 days out due to this Covid thing.  Help!  Should I be able to check-in for a September 17th Caribbean cruise?

45 days.  Cannot check-in until after final payment.  

1 hour ago, Arizona Wildcat said: 45 days.  Cannot check-in until after final payment.  

And that is dependant on where you live, we in UK have to wait until it’s 45 days before in USA. 😱

Ours opened on June 15th, even though it said June 14th on the App.

It actually opened at midnight. I filled it in at 06.30 and was fortunately able to choose the earliest arrival time 11.30, which I wanted as we are due out of our overnight hotel at 10.00.

3 hours ago, lifeisrealygood said: My wife and I have a cruise on the Equinox leaving Fort Lauderdale on September 17, 2022.  When I sign in to my account, it says that check in is "not yet available".  I always thought check-in began at 90 days out from sailing.  We are now less than two months from sailing, and I still cannot check-in on-line.  Am I missing something, is my on-line cruise screwed up for some reason, or have they changed check in to maybe 45 days out due to this Covid thing.  Help!  Should I be able to check-in for a September 17th Caribbean cruise?

If you go to the Celebrity App, and click the Profile tab, the one on the right of the three tabs at the top, this will give you the date your check in opens. Then you can be ready to complete your check in as soon as it is available.

4 hours ago, upwarduk said: And that is dependant on where you live, we in UK have to wait until it’s 45 days before in USA. 😱 Ours opened on June 15th, even though it said June 14th on the App. It actually opened at midnight. I filled it in at 06.30 and was fortunately able to choose the earliest arrival time 11.30, which I wanted as we are due out of our overnight hotel at 10.00.

Same here - check-in opened the day after the one advised on the app. 

7 hours ago, lifeisrealygood said: My wife and I have a cruise on the Equinox leaving Fort Lauderdale on September 17, 2022.  When I sign in to my account, it says that check in is "not yet available".  I always thought check-in began at 90 days out from sailing.  We are now less than two months from sailing, and I still cannot check-in on-line.  Am I missing something, is my on-line cruise screwed up for some reason, or have they changed check in to maybe 45 days out due to this Covid thing.  Help!  Should I be able to check-in for a September 17th Caribbean cruise?

Easiest to check your app.  It is 45ish days away.  Ish meaning for my cruise it was 44 days before it opened.

10 hours ago, upwarduk said: And that is dependant on where you live, we in UK have to wait until it’s 45 days before in USA. 😱 Ours opened on June 15th, even though it said June 14th on the App. It actually opened at midnight. I filled it in at 06.30 and was fortunately able to choose the earliest arrival time 11.30, which I wanted as we are due out of our overnight hotel at 10.00.

The OP asked when was checkin.  Am sure your answer is perfect.  Mine simply gave what Celebrity says online.  Of course it can sometimes be more or less due to time zones, holidays, weekends and that things happen on a flexible schedule at Celebrity 

As far I know Celebrity still sends out a email when your cruise check in starts? Have things changed?

6 minutes ago, bigbenboys said: As far I know Celebrity still sends out a email when your cruise check in starts? Have things changed?

I received the email after check-in opened. 

10 hours ago, laslomas said:   If you go to the Celebrity App, and click the Profile tab, the one on the right of the three tabs at the top, this will give you the date your check in opens. Then you can be ready to complete your check in as soon as it is available.

This is very helpful!  I too was under the impression that it was 90 days prior, but the app indicates check-in for our sailing opens on 08/31/22, which is 45 days prior.  Thank you for this!

2 hours ago, bigbenboys said: As far I know Celebrity still sends out a email when your cruise check in starts? Have things changed?

Never got one.  Someone on my roll call said, "Check in is open" but it wasn't for me for another hour.

Pandacruisers

Our cruise starts soon from Southampton. What are the benefits of checking in online 45 days prior to the cruise rather than just turning up at the terminal?

4 minutes ago, Pandacruisers said: Hello Our cruise starts soon from Southampton. What are the benefits of checking in online 45 days prior to the cruise rather than just turning up at the terminal?

Selecting your check in time for the embarkation terminal and providing covid and passport info.

1 hour ago, Pandacruisers said: Hello Our cruise starts soon from Southampton. What are the benefits of checking in online 45 days prior to the cruise rather than just turning up at the terminal?

You get first choice of boarding times.   The earliest usually fill up within a day or two.

Many thanks to Jim-Iain and davekathy. 

We have an Aqua cabin and thought we had priority boarding. Might be wrong anyway are there any other benefits to checking in online? 

1 hour ago, Pandacruisers said: Many thanks to Jim-Iain and davekathy.    We have an Aqua cabin and thought we had priority boarding. Might be wrong anyway are there any other benefits to checking in online? 

Everything is now done by arrival time to get into terminal and then they do have "Priority Counters" for checkin  once inside the terminal.    It was a means of controlling the number of people in the terminal during Covid.    They have been enforcing but sometimes if there is a break they invite people from the next time slot lane to enter.

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Is there a standard time online check in opens on the day it's scheduled to? I live in the US (California), but the cruise leaves out of Rome. Would online check in begin at midnight Rome time?

6 hours ago, Fish7 said: Is there a standard time online check in opens on the day it's scheduled to? I live in the US (California), but the cruise leaves out of Rome. Would online check in begin at midnight Rome time?

That’s been my experience, yes. 

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• Online check-in for Celebrity cruises is available 90 days before the cruise, allowing guests to save time and avoid queues.
• Online check-in requires important information such as passport, emergency contact, and credit card details, benefiting individuals with special needs.
• Knowing the check-in time limits and cut-off time is crucial for a smooth check-in process and to save time at the terminal.
• Adhering to check-in times allows guests to skip queues, explore the ship, and enjoy port amenities, leading to a positive vacation start.

Pre-Cruise Check-In Process

Online Check-In Availability

Check-in time limits, early online check-in, check-in times by departure port, port-specific check-in times, early check-in options, late check-in policies.

• Expedited check-in process: Take advantage of online check-in to save time at the terminal.
• Concierge services: If you’re staying in a suite, enjoy personalized assistance from dedicated concierge staff.
• Priority embarkation: Skip the lines and be among the first to step onboard.
• Welcome amenities: Receive special treats and amenities to kickstart your cruise experience.

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