Port Access Security System (PASS)

Active RCG suppliers are eligible to nominate a Supplier Portal Administrator and obtain access to secure content and the Port Access Security System.

PASS provides active RCG suppliers the ability to register their scheduled pick-up and delivery information with United States Port Authorities. 

Access to the PASS application is available via your assigned username and password. To access the PASS application, click on the PASS ship icon in the tool bar above.

For more information regarding Supplier Portal Administrator set-up click here.

Port Entry Requirements

All Ports within the United States require both a TWIC Card and a Port ID. All suppliers making direct deliveries to a vessel are responsible for ensuring their representatives have the appropriate forms of identification.

Suppliers must register all direct US Port deliveries using the Port Access Security System (PASS) a minimum of 48 hours in advance.

To access the PASS application, click on the PASS ship icon in the tool bar above. This application requires a username and password.

The links below provide useful information regarding port security requirements.

• CBP - Customs and Border Protection:  https://www.cbp.gov/  Search for Locate a Port of Entry
• TSA - Transportation Security Administration:  https://www.tsa.gov/  Search for TWIC – Transportation Worker Identification Credential
• HOMEPORT U.S. Department of Homeland Security, United States Coast Guard: https://homeport.uscg.mil   
• USCG IPS - United States Coast Guard International Port Security Program: http://www.uscg.mil/d14/feact/Maritime_Security.asp
• IMO - International Maritime Organization:  http://www.imo.org  Search for International Ship and Port Security Code (ISPS Code)

International Ports of Call:  Each country maintains their own entry requirements contact the port to verify entry requirements before making deliveries to RCL vessels.

Documentation & Shipping Guidelines

The links below provide the United States and International Requirements for shipping and documentation. Please review and become familiar with the regulations. All RCG Suppliers are required to follow the United States and International regulations for shipping.

Requirements for Transportation

• DOT – Department of Transportation (US Road)  http://www.dot.gov/
• TSA - Transportation Security Administration (AIR)  http://www.tsa.gov/

Required Certifications for Transporting Commodities

• USDC – United States Department of Commerce (Seafood Inspection Program) http://www.seafood.nmfs.noaa.gov/
• USDA – United States Department of Agriculture (APHIS – Animal & Plant Health Inspection Service) http://www.aphis.usda.gov/
• Phytosanitary Certificate Issuance and Tracking System (Produce) http://www.aphis.usda.gov/import_export/plants/plant_exports/pcit.shtml
• Search APHIS USDA Library (Country Specifications)  http://www.aphis.usda.gov/
• United States International Trade Commission - Harmonized Tariff Schedule http://hts.usitc.gov/

 All items delivered to RCL must be accompanied with Four (4) copies of invoice and packing list.

PASS Support

Active suppliers may request assistance with PASS by emailing the SupplierPortalMailbox@rccl.com. To avoid delays in processing your request include 'PASS Support' in the subject line.

Note: Due to the volume of emails we receive alternate, unmarked or unrelated subjects may not receive a response.

PASS User Guide

Please download the PASS User Guide for reference when using the application.