Advanced Passenger Information (API)

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 can be submitted in two ways:

• Via the web link attached in the confirmation email Passport/ID Card Details | DFDS
• Via the DFDS APP clicking on the ‘Fill in’ button attached to your ticket

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.