Am I able to carry dangerous weapons?

Only passengers travelling with a vehicle may transport firearms or ammunition on one of our vessels.

Any other item considered to be a dangerous weapon such as bows and arrows, knives (including chef's knives) swords etc must also be declared prior to departure and should be treated in the same manner as firearms and ammunition.

Foot passengers may not transport firearms, ammunition or any other item considered to be a dangerous weapon, such as bows and arrows, knives (including chef's knives) swords etc, onboard our vessels. Any dangerous items will be taken and confiscated by security/ police at the port of departure and in addition, passengers will not be permitted to collect these items on their return.

Any passenger travelling with a vehicle wishing to transport firearms or ammunition even in small quantities must declare the fact when making their booking. They should be advised to contact the Duty Operations Manager at the port of departure well in advance of travel. They will be asked to complete a "Firearms Declaration Form" indicating the type and quantity of firearms/ammunition.

The quantity of ammunition (1.4S) ex UK is limited to 100 cartridges/shells per firearm when travelling to France, providing the passenger is authorised to hold such an amount on their Firearm certificate. The carriage of ammunition to Spain is prohibited. (MGN 340)

The passenger will also be required to forward to the Duty Operations Manager, copies of their Firearm Certificate, European Pass and either the "Prefet's Authorisation of Detention" if required or an invitation to compete in a competition.

The Duty Operations Manager will distribute the Firearms Declaration and copy documents to the ship/s concerned, the destination port, Port Security and the Port Police both at the port of departure and destination.

Check-in/Embarkation: Vehicles

• Original documents must be presented.
• The Weapon and/or ammunition is to be retained in the boot or other locked space on the vehicle out of sight.
• For Spanish sailings, the vehicle registration number, car model and type is to be noted for onward transmission to the Spanish Authorities prior to ship arrival.
• Staff must check that no weapons and/or ammunition is/are visible from outside the vehicle.
• The vehicle is directed to a separate lane prior to loading.
• On loading the vehicle is positioned in an area which can be monitored on the bridge.