Couple on deck of DFDS ferry

Advanced Passenger Information (API)

Changes to Advance Passenger Information

Due to the implementation of a Digital Border by the UK Home Office, you are no longer required to use the online submission form to share your API 24 hours in advance of travel. This information will now be collected at the port during check-in when passports are scanned.

Advanced Passenger Information

Advanced Passenger Information

All UK Ports are required by the Government to collect Advance Passenger Information from each person that is leaving or entering the country. API collected information from your passport will include the following:

  • Full name, as shown on your passport
  • Date of Birth
  • Sex/Gender
  • Nationality
  • Passport Number
  • Passport expiry date
  • Passport issuing country

Advanced Passenger Information data will now be collected at the port during check-in when passports are scanned.

Due to GDPR regulations, once submitted, it is not possible to view your API details in our system. For information regarding how we protect and manage your personal information please read our privacy policy.

Our routes to Europe

Family on deck

Dover-Calais Ferry Crossings

Our fastest and most popular ferry crossing, our Dover to Calais route takes only 100 minutes, allowing you to explore Europe at your leisure.

From

€131

per car + up to 5 people, one way*

Dover - Dunkirk - family promo (including UK 25 years)

Dover-Dunkirk Ferry Crossings

Our short, convenient sailings from Dover to Dunkirk are the perfect way to start a trip to Europe.

From

€131

per car + up to 5 people, one way*

Newhaven - Dieppe Promo

Newhaven-Dieppe Ferry Crossings

Head across the Channel on our Newhaven to Dieppe route and in just 4 hours you can sail in comfort from the south of England to France's beautiful Normandy coast.

From

£117

per car + 2 people, one way*

We've been nominated for World's Leading Ferry Operator 2026

Big news. DFDS has been nominated for World's Leading Ferry Operator 2026 at the World Travel Awards, and we couldn't be prouder.

This recognition reflects every crossing, every warm welcome, and every journey we've shared together. It belongs to our passengers, our partners, and our colleagues, the heart of DFDS. Thank you.

Now, we need your help. The winner is decided by votes, and yours could make all the difference.

Vote for DFDS now

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