Royal Caribbean International · Booking & changes
How much is the deposit?
The answer
Checked 2026-09-21Final payment is due 75, 90 or 120 days out, by cruise length
- 1 to 4 night cruises: balance due at least 75 days before sailing.
- 5 to 14 night cruises: balance due at least 90 days before sailing.
- 15 nights or longer: balance due at least 120 days before sailing.
- Some fare programs require a nonrefundable deposit.
In one sentence — Royal Caribbean International: Final payment is due 75, 90 or 120 days out, by cruise length. 1 to 4 night cruises: balance due at least 75 days before sailing. 5 to 14 night cruises: balance due at least 90 days before sailing. 15 nights or longer: balance due at least 120 days before sailing. Some fare programs require a nonrefundable deposit. Read from Royal Caribbean International's own published policy on 2026-09-21. Cruise lines change policies without notice — confirm with Royal Caribbean International before relying on this.
Why this one catches people out
What you pay to hold the booking, and whether you get it back if you change your mind.
Where this came from
https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/final-payment-schedule-policyWe read these policies from each cruise line's own pages and record the date we read them. Lines change their rules without notice. Always confirm with the cruise line before you rely on anything here.