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Can I get a refund on my future cruise credit?

These FCCs can be applied to satisfy any remaining balance due for the cruise fare on an existing booking. However, FCCs cannot be used to obtain a refund.



Generally, a Future Cruise Credit (FCC) is not refundable for cash, but there are specific "2026 nuances" depending on how the credit was issued. If your FCC was a "Bonus" or "Goodwill" credit (e.g., a 125% value offer given because the cruise line cancelled your trip), the extra 25% is never refundable and will expire if not used. However, if the FCC represents the actual "cash value" of a trip you paid for that was subsequently cancelled, some cruise lines (like Holland America) categorize these as "Refundable FCCs." In these cases, you can often request to convert the unused cash portion of the credit back into a refund to your original payment method, though you must usually do this before the FCC expires. If you were the one who cancelled the cruise and received an FCC as a result of a "flexible cancellation" policy, that credit is almost always non-refundable. Always check your specific FCC certificate for terms like "Cash Value" or "Promotional," as this determines whether you have any leverage for a refund.

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Future cruise credits cannot be converted into cash so it is important that you rebook your cruise with your future cruise credit before it expires. In most cases, future cruise credits can only be applied to new bookings made after the FCC issue date. However, some cruise lines will make an exception to this rule.

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So now, the commission is setting an industry-wide standard. New federal rules require a refund whenever a cruise that starts in the U.S. is cancelled or delayed at least three days. You can voluntarily agree to a credit. Otherwise, you get your money back.

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The unexpected death, illness, or injury of you and/or a traveling companion that deems you unfit to travel, by order of a licensed physician. The hospitalization or death of a non-traveling family member. Weather or common carrier related issues (varies by policy) Unforeseen natural disasters at home or the ...

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In most cases, refunds will post to the original form of payment about 7 to 10 days after they're fully processed. However, some refunds may take up to 30 days to post. Royal Caribbean International® doesn't control how long the refund process takes; your bank or financial institution determines the length of time.

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From 29 to15 days prior to sailing, the penalty is 75% of the total fare or the standard deposit amount, whichever is greater. From 14 days prior to sailing to the day of your cruise, the penalty is 100%* of the total fare.

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Trip cancellation is a standard inclusion on most comprehensive travel insurance policies. It provides up to a full refund of your prepaid, nonrefundable costs if you need to cancel a trip for a specific, unforeseen covered reason.

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Can you cancel a cruise for medical reasons? Yes, only if you have travel insurance and can have the illness documented. Andi if it is a pre-existing condition you would have to have purchased insurance within 14 days of your first deposit on the trip.

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From 30 to 22 days prior to arrival, 25% from the cruise full rate will be charged as a cancellation fees. From 21 to 15 days prior to arrival, 50% from the cruise full rate will be charged as a cancellation fees. From 14 days till day of check in, 100% from the cruise full rate will be charged as a cancellation fees.

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The most common covered reason is unforeseen illness, injury, or death of the traveler, a traveling companion, or a non-traveling family member. Other common covered reasons include terrorism, inclement weather, or a natural disaster, among others. Trip Cancellation is a major concern for most travelers.

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You are correct that Onboard Credit is nonrefundable and nontransferable. That means that the amount of Onboard Credit linked to your Stateroom must be used during your sailing. Any Onboard Credit that is not used by the end of your sailing will be forfeited.

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