Royal Caribbean Refund Policy

Summary

Royal Caribbean offers refunds within For cruise cancellations, the refund window and applicable charges depend on the cruise length and the time of cancellation prior to sailing. For 1-4 night cruises (including holiday sailings), a full refund (excluding nonrefundable deposits) is available for cancellations 75 days or more before the cruise. 50% of the total price is charged for cancellations 74 to 61 days prior, 75% for 60 to 31 days prior, and no refund for 30 days or less. For cruises 5 nights or over (including holiday sailings and CruiseTours), a full refund (excluding nonrefundable deposits) is available for cancellations 90 days or more before the cruise. 25% of the total price is charged for cancellations 89 to 75 days prior, 50% for 74 to 61 days prior, 75% for 60 to 31 days prior, and no refund for 30 days or less. For 15+ night cruises, there is no charge (except non-refundable deposit amounts) for cancellations 120+ days prior. A 25% charge applies for 119-61 days, 50% for 60-41 days, 75% for 40-25 days, and 100% (no refund) for 24 days or less. If a refundable cruise fare was booked, a full refund of the deposit and any other payments can be received if cancelled before the final payment due date (up to 90 days before sailing).. Processing time: Varies — contact provider for estimated timeline. Refund methods include if payment was received via credit card, the refund will be made to that credit card. and if payment was received from a travel agent, the refund will be provided back to that travel agent.. Cancellation charges are determined by how far in advance of the sail date (or first day of the CruiseTour) Royal Caribbean receives notice of cancellation..