How do I find and download my cruise boarding pass?

Just like a holiday starting at the airport, you’ll need a pass to board the ship. This guide explains how to find and download your boarding passes ready for your holiday.

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Last updated: 27/05/2025

Step one: Check in online

Before you sail, you’ll need to check in online via My P&O Cruises. Online check-in is available 21 days before departure.

If you need help with this, please see ‘How do I check in online?'

Step two: Download your passes

Once you’ve checked in online, your boarding passes will be ready for you to download. 

Please note: your boarding time and terminal will be allocated close to the sailing date. You can download your boarding passes after you’ve checked in or when your boarding time and terminal have been assigned. 

Click ‘Download’. Your passes will open in a new tab with all your boarding information included. It should look something like this: 

 

What should I do if I can’t find my boarding passes? 

Be sure to check the downloads folder on your device or in your browser downloads folder. 

Still can’t find them? Try using a different internet browser or try again later. You can also get in touch with our Customer Contact Centre who will be happy to help you. 

 

 

Remember to allow pop-ups in your web browser!

 

What should I do if something is wrong on my boarding passes?

Please get in touch with our Customer Contact Centre as soon as possible.

If your terminal or arrival time has changed, we’ll let you know and you’ll be able to download the revised boarding passes. 

Handy points to remember

  • To board the ship, you can show the digital version of your boarding pass on your mobile phone. We recommend also having a paper copy handy just in case. 

  • Keep your boarding pass with you, as you can use the barcode on it once on board to purchase anything before your cruise card is ready.

 

You’re almost ready to sail! We hope you have a fantastic experience with P&O Cruises.

 

Still need help?

Still have questions? Our friendly Customer Contact Centre is always happy to help! Contact us today on 0344 338 8003.

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