Full name changes are allowed up to 90 days prior to sailing. Name correction (e.g. spelling mistake) can be made anytime up to 48 hours prior sailing.

Yes, Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) generally allows name changes on reservations, but the specific rules depend on how close you are to the sailing date. You can typically correct minor spelling errors for free. However, for a full name substitution (replacing one guest with another), NCL usually requires that at least one original guest remains on the reservation. In 2026, these changes typically incur a fee of approximately $50 to $100 per person, and the request must be made before the final manifest is sent to authorities (usually 24–72 hours before departure). If you have booked a promotional fare or a "restricted" category, name changes might be prohibited entirely. It is a peer-to-peer recommendation to handle these changes via the "Manage My Booking" portal on the NCL website as early as possible, as making changes at the pier on embarkation day is often impossible due to strict maritime security and immigration protocols.