1. Do I need a Passport or Work Visa? - Yes, and you should apply for them immediately. Within the Members Area, you will find listings of Passport Agencies in your area. Many Passport agencies provide expedited passport processing services. You can usually get it within 3-5 days. You will also find dozens of links to web sites providing International Work VISA Application and Processing Services as well, intended for job seekers worldwide.

Note: Depending on your country of residence, you may or may not be required to apply for a Work Visa.

2. Who pays for the plane ticket to and from the ship? The cruise line or your employment agency.

3. How long are the contracts? - 1-3 weeks, 2-3 months, 4-6 months

4. How long does it take for me to actually start working once my application is accepted? 1-4 weeks

5. Is there medical care on board? Yes, there are Doctors, Nurses and helpers on staff.

6. Will I be sharing a cabin? Yes, usually 1 roommate for entry-level positions. Single rooms available for higher-positions, and seniority status.

7. Where will I be eating my meals? The Employee Cafeteria, 24/7 Buffet and/or separate meals ordered from the kitchen.

8. Can I receive mail? Yes, you will receive an itinerary of port addresses to where you can pick up your mail.

9. Can I make or receive phone calls? Yes, but you must use a satellite, which will cost you roughly $5-$10 a minute. Your best bet is to wait until you arrive in your port (destination)

10. Are there laundry facilities on board? Yes, for all crewmembers

11. Do I wear a uniform? Depends on position

12. Can I use the public/passenger areas? Depends on position

13. Am I allowed to get off in every port? Yes, when your schedule permits

14. How many days a week do I work? Depends on position. (For higher positions, 7 days a week)

15. Are there any age restrictions to working on a cruise ship? Cruise ships will allow you to work, regardless of age, however you must be able to perform the tasks required for the job. The age minimum is 16-18, depending on which cruise ship you choose and where the cruise line is based out of.

16. Am I allowed to have guests on the ship? Yes, family and friends (free and discounted rates)

17. Will I get seasick? That we don't know! Getting seasick is very uncommon, but if you should, there are medicines that will be given to you free of charge to help you cope with it.

18. Are there any monthly expenses that will be incurred? No, all expenses are paid for by the cruise line. Free Room and Board, Free International Travel!

19. How much money will I make on average? For entry-level positions, $2,000/MO. You bank everything!

20. Do I need a medical exam? - Yes, the cruise line will give you one or the Employment Agency will refer you to a medical institute to have it done. You should be in decent health!

21. Will cruise lines employ married couples? Yes, there are many cruise lines which will hire married couples. Information is included within the members area of the site.

22. Is it possible for me to get a job on the same cruise ship with my friends? Yes, there are many cruise lines which will allow you to get a job on the same ship with your friends, if you make the proper arrangements with the cruise line office or agency. Information is included within the members area of the site.

23. What are the chances of actually getting a cruise ship job once I become a member? Excellent. How To Work On A Cruise Ship.com has become the net's most comprehensive cruise ship employment source online to find a cruise ship job. Never before has a cruise ship employment site been able to provide you with all of the cruise ship employment information you need to find a cruise ship job, no matter what country you live in. (Cruise Ship Office locations worldwide - Contact Info, employment agencies, training programs and schools, passport agencies, resume info, cruise ship profile information, visa info, plus so much more....) Many other cruise ship employment sites sell a book, that will lead you to buy something else, or a site that "CLAIMS" to be a cruise ship employment or recruiting agency, but really bills you, with no guarantee of cruise ship employment. At How To Work On A Cruise Ship.com, you will find all of the cruise ship employment information you need to make an independent informed decision to which cruise ship you want to work on. Become a member today!

24. Will taxes be taken from my check, and if so how much, and which countries does it apply to? The amount that you have taken from your check depends on what country you're from! You must contact the cruise line office or recruiting agency to find out the details. We have all contact information within the members area of the site.

25. Am I able to apply for a cruise ship job even if I'm living outside of the U.S.? Yes, you can apply for a cruise ship job regardless of what country you live in.

26. Am I able to work with a U.S., Canadian or Foreign Passport? Yes, as long as you have a passport from your home country, you can work on a cruise ship. However, depending on what country you live in, you may also have to pick up a visa. You can find out within the members area of the site by contacting cruise line offices or recruiting agencies.

27. Is it possible to work on the same ship with my Spouse, Boyfriend/Girlfriend, Relatives or Friends? Yes, in fact, the Cruise Ship Employment Offices/Agencies receive requests all of the time from individuals who wish to work on the same ship with other people. It's usually no problem at all. Just be sure that when you're contacting the Cruise Ship Employment Offices/Agencies, that you state that you would like to work on the same ship with other people.

28. What type of Work Visa do I need, and where do I obtain it? Well, the type of Work Visa you'll need varies. It depends on which Cruise Line and Ship you decide to work for, and which route(s) the Cruise Ship sails. All information on Work Visa's for your country and all International Embassy/Passport Information is included within the Members Area of the site.

29. What currency/funds will I be paid in? That depends on where the Cruise Line Company is based. If the Cruise Line is based in the U.S., you'll be paid in U.S. funds. If the Cruise Line is based in Canada, you'll be paid in Canadian Funds. If the Cruise Line is based in the U.K., you'll be paid in U.K. funds, etc...

30. What if I have no Work Experience for my desired position? No Problem At All! The Cruise Lines/Ships offer On-The-Job Paid Training for new employees. The Cruise Lines are accustom to training new individuals for positions. Even if you do have experience, you'll still receive training on board.