Royal Caribbean International · Who can sail
What is the minimum age to sail?
The answer
Checked 2026-09-21Drinking age is 21 from North America, the UAE and the private destinations; 18 elsewhere
- 18 or over to buy, possess or use tobacco on board.
- A minor is anyone under 18 for the purposes of the conduct policy.
In one sentence — Royal Caribbean International: Drinking age is 21 from North America, the UAE and the private destinations; 18 elsewhere. 18 or over to buy, possess or use tobacco on board. A minor is anyone under 18 for the purposes of the conduct policy. 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
Two separate rules: the youngest infant accepted, and whether the line accepts children at all.
Where this came from
https://www.royalcaribbean.com/guest-terms/guest-health-safety-and-conduct-policy/We 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.