[Arctic Fox]

In order to get a better rate on Celebrity Cruises I need to "present a valid driver's license or state-issued ID at the pier to prove residency in the state or province."

I do not have a driver's license but is there anything else the state will issue if I can prove I reside here (using my annual real estate tax bill, maybe)?

Thank you

[John Mayes]

Originally Posted by Arctic Fox

In order to get a better rate on Celebrity Cruises I need to "present a valid driver's license or state-issued ID at the pier to prove residency in the state or province."

I do not have a driver's license but is there anything else the state will issue if I can prove I reside here (using my annual real estate tax bill, maybe)?

Thank you

The State will issue a non-driving ID. Call the Sumter County DMV to get details.

[dewilson58]

Originally Posted by John Mayes

The State will issue a non-driving ID. Call the Sumter County DMV to get details.

[Bill14564]

Originally Posted by Arctic Fox

In order to get a better rate on Celebrity Cruises I need to "present a valid driver's license or state-issued ID at the pier to prove residency in the state or province."

I do not have a driver's license but is there anything else the state will issue if I can prove I reside here (using my annual real estate tax bill, maybe)?

Thank you

What the state will issue is less important than what the cruise will.accept. Ask the cruise line then get what they require.

[C. C. Rider]

Originally Posted by Arctic Fox

In order to get a better rate on Celebrity Cruises I need to "present a valid driver's license or state-issued ID at the pier to prove residency in the state or province."

I do not have a driver's license but is there anything else the state will issue if I can prove I reside here (using my annual real estate tax bill, maybe)?

Thank you

Is it just "residency" you need to prove, or is it your "primary residence" that you need to prove? Having your name on a real estate tax bill is not proof that Florida is your state of primary residence. You can own property in Florida but have your primary residence in a different state.

Where are you registered to vote? What state do you list on your federal tax return as your primary residence?

[BrianL99]

Originally Posted by Arctic Fox

In order to get a better rate on Celebrity Cruises I need to "present a valid driver's license or state-issued ID at the pier to prove residency in the state or province."

I do not have a driver's license but is there anything else the state will issue if I can prove I reside here (using my annual real estate tax bill, maybe)?

Thank you

The rules have changed about 10-12 years ago. I used to have a Massachusetts Driver's License and a Florida ID. I got the Florida ID, the last month they were available and it wasn't eligible for renewal, due to new TSA Regulations. Apparently, you can only hold ONE State issued ID.

As someone said, you need to find out what the Cruise Line will accept. They probably have some TSA Regulations they have to comply with.

[Arctic Fox]

Originally Posted by John Mayes

The State will issue a non-driving ID. Call the Sumter County DMV to get details.

Thank you all for your replies.

The cruise line just asks for what I quoted: "a valid driver's license or state-issued ID to prove residency in the state or province."

It is basically a gimmick to make Florida residents choose that cruise line, rather than any third party regulation, and we have never been asked for it, but the time may come...

[Ritagoyer]

Originally Posted by Arctic Fox

In order to get a better rate on Celebrity Cruises I need to "present a valid driver's license or state-issued ID at the pier to prove residency in the state or province."

I do not have a driver's license but is there anything else the state will issue if I can prove I reside here (using my annual real estate tax bill, maybe)?

Thank you

How did you get your passport? Have to have an ID to get that.

[Arctic Fox]

Originally Posted by Ritagoyer

How did you get your passport? Have to have an ID to get that.

It is specifically a "Florida" ID that they need

[mtdjed]

Originally Posted by Arctic Fox

It is specifically a "Florida" ID that they need

You get that where Driver's Licenses are obtained. It's simple.

Applying for a Florida ID Card
The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV) requires you to apply for your Florida ID card in person at a Division of Driver Licenses.

DMV.ORG TIP: Skip the line to save time!

The DHSMV encourages you to make an appointment online before your office visit—that way, you don't have to wait in a stand-by line!

To do so, make an appointment online using the DHSMV's online service before visiting a nearby Division of Driver Licenses office and provide:

Proof of identity (1 document).
For non-U.S. citizens, please see “Non-U.S. Citizen FL ID Requirements" below.
Social Security card.
If you do not have a Social Security number, the DHSMV requires that you bring a letter from the Social Security Administration indicating you were never issued one, plus an acceptable document proving your identity.
Proof of FL residency (2 documents).
Payment for the $25 FL ID card fee.
The DHSMV's GatherGoGet page has a list of all acceptable documentation.

[BlueStarAirlines]

Celebrity does what many other cruise lines and other companies, give incentives to select group of customers. Celebrity gives the discounts to veterans, those over 55, and to incentivize those that are local and can cruise more often....Florida residents.

Having a home in Florida doesn't make you a resident, you just live there for a set number of months per year. To be a resident you need a state drivers license or ID, which will change where you vote, etc.

The state in which you reside has many implications, so don't make a change for a small discount on a cruise.

[Pugchief]

Originally Posted by BlueStarAirlines

The state in which you reside has many implications, so don't make a change for a small discount on a cruise.

Just curious if any of you FL residents have any downsides to share. I was planning to change my residency to FL next year. I own a house in TV and another state, and have yet to uncover any negatives to doing this.

[Marsha11]

Do you really live here? All the time , If not no.!

[Pmarlow]

Originally Posted by Pugchief

Just curious if any of you FL residents have any downsides to share. I was planning to change my residency to FL next year. I own a house in TV and another state, and have yet to uncover any negatives to doing this.

It depends on the state but if you are currently in a state where you must pay state income taxes you will save that money at least. You will have to say you reside in Florida for at least 6 months a year as well. We came here from Michigan 4 years ago and avoided paying the 5% state income tax.

[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by Marsha11

Do you really live here? All the time , If not no.!

You don't need to live in Florida all the time to be a Florida resident. Typically, you only need to live in Florida for at least 6 months during the year to be considered a Florida resident, and to avoid paying income tax and certain other taxes to another state.