Royal Caribbean Refunds & Future Cruise Credit (FCC) Rules
How Royal Caribbean processes cash refunds, Future Cruise Credits (FCC), port tax refunds, and trip interruption protections. Complete policy summary.
Key Policy Breakdown
Future Cruise Credit (FCC) Terms
Royal Caribbean Future Cruise Credits (FCC) apply toward cruise fare on new bookings and expire 12 months from issuance unless extended by policy. Unused FCC values are non-refundable for cash.
Cash Refund Eligibility & Timeline
Refunds for eligible cancellations are credited back to the original form of payment within 14 to 30 business days.
Port Taxes & Government Fees Refunds
Government taxes, port fees, and prepaid gratuities are fully refunded for any cancellation made prior to ship departure.
Trip Delay & Interruption Protection
Cruises canceled or shortened due to operational issues or severe weather qualify for pro-rated cash refunds or FCCs under Royal Cruise Assurance guidelines.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do Future Cruise Credits (FCC) work on Royal Caribbean?
Royal Caribbean Future Cruise Credits (FCC) apply toward cruise fare on new bookings and expire 12 months from issuance unless extended by policy. Unused FCC values are non-refundable for cash.
How long does it take Royal Caribbean to process a cash refund?
Refunds for eligible cancellations are credited back to the original form of payment within 14 to 30 business days.
Do I get port taxes and fees back if I cancel a Royal Caribbean cruise?
Government taxes, port fees, and prepaid gratuities are fully refunded for any cancellation made prior to ship departure.
What happens if my Royal Caribbean cruise is interrupted or delayed?
Cruises canceled or shortened due to operational issues or severe weather qualify for pro-rated cash refunds or FCCs under Royal Cruise Assurance guidelines.
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