MSC Cruises Minimum Age Policy

MSC Cruises considers a minor to be any guest under the age of 18 although for some onboard and ashore services the age may vary.

Guests under the age of 18 are prohibited from disembarking the ship unless accompanied by a legal guardian or an adult duly authorized by the legal guardian to accompany the minor, by virtue of the official consent of the latter.

Children cannot remain onboard if their parents or legal guardian go ashore, unless expressly authorized by the onboard staff.

Minors onboard must be supervised by a parent or a legal guardian at all times and are welcome at the activities onboard or at shore excursions, provided that a parent or legal guardian is present.

Every child is issued with an MSC ID wristband during embarkation. This wristband must be worn at all times during the cruise for security.

Starting May 15th, booking and departure date, Infants under 2 years old are admitted on board except for cruises 11 nights or more in duration for which it is required that the minor is at least 2 years old at the time of embarkation.

Minimum Age Policies are subject to change by the cruise line. For the most current MSC Minimum Age Policies, please refer to the MSC Cruises website.