This document certifies that the person holding is a seaman as per the international convention on standards of training, certification and watch keeping for seafarers stcw, 1978, as amended 1995 and 2010. My first book issued in august 1947 is called continuous certificate of discharge has a r but only space for 25 entries for ships, whereas my second book issued in april 1952 is called seamans record book and certificates of discharge has 60 entries, also with an r. Application for a cayman islands seamans discharge book page 6 of 7 rev 012017 cisr 5 stcw basic training. The merchant shipping seamens documents regulations 1987. The docket books normally include the following information. Every bonafide seafarer on a caymanregistered vessel, including yachts, is eligible to be issued upon request and submission of the required supporting documentation with a cayman seaman s discharge book sdb.
A seaman s discharge book, sometimes known as a seamans service book ssb, is a full record of a seafarer s career experience and certification. Include copies of your valid stcw basic training certificates 4. The seamans book is one of the compulsory documents for applying crew transit visas. Posted on march 7, 2018 by all you need to know about seaman discharge books and basic safety training courses the following stcw parties maintain websites that provide direct access to registers of certificates and endorsements where their validity can be checked online. How do i apply for a british seaman s discharge book.
Central index register aka fourth register of seamen, 19181941. Seaman book is one of the compulsory document for applying crew transit visas. Get a seamans discharge book or british seamans card gov. The singapore seaman discharge book sdb is only issued to singapore citizen or permanent resident for the purpose of logging hisher sea time to pursue professional qualifications in seafaring career. Merchant seamen serving since 1918 the national archives. Apply for a discharge book danish maritime authority. How to check authenticity or verify online seafarers. This is a tsaissued document that allows entry to seaports.
A discharge book is a continuous record of a seafarers service and is not a proof of identity. Hse medical certificate find your nearest approved doctor in the uk. Include your coc certificate of competency or relevant qualifications 3. An irish citizen who is either a member of crew, engaged in the navigation of the vessel, or who is not a member of crew, but works as a supernumerary i. I am applying for replacement of my existing uk discharge book note. Marshall islands all you need to know about seafarers. British seamans discharge book rovworld subsea information. My fathers discharge book 19201930s shows ra under voyage or sometimes ra foreign instead of specific ports. Discharge books and british seamans card uk ship register.
Bachmann recruitment is preparing for crew relief cover for our clients stateoftheart multipurpose vessels. It is not intended to be the primary document for purposes of. The british seamans card and discharge book is normally only needed if you are working in the merchant navy or a british registered ship. Frequently asked questions crew training bluewater. Use an australian seafarers service book assb to keep a record of your sea service on an australian or international vessel in international waters.
Do you know how to renew an expired seaman s book in the uk, continental europe, asia, the middle east, australia, for which we can the most requests. The register consists of docket books and seamen s pouches. The assb is a record of service only and should not be used as a document of identity for the purpose of the. The book had a photo, personal details, names and numbers of any marine certificates or courses that the mariner possessed or had attended and next of kin.
Dis a number all seaman had a discharge book with a unique number which was preceded by a letter, older books had an r before the number and later books the r was replaced by uk. Catalogue description registry of shipping and seamen. In common parlance the book is referred to as the discharge book. Application for a discharge book, british seamans card. This document certifies that the person holding is a seaman as per the international convention on standards of training, certification and watch keeping for seafarers stcw, 1978, as amended from time to time. Either way, as a british seafarer you will need to get a seaman s discharge book sdb to work on a uk registered ship or yacht. Persons employed on a vessel to carry out specific tasks e. Information on a seamans book required ships nostalgia. It is a requirement that seafarers working on uk flagged ships or. How do i apply for a british seamans discharge book. The originals are held by southampton archives for details of what sort of information the records may provide read the descriptions of bt 348, bt. Seafarers discharge book and id card seafarers ireland. Marine educational is one of the best educational and training centre situated in noida, uttar pradesh, india.
Danish seafarers who sign on in a position that is covered by a ships safe manning document, must hold a discharge book. Procedure of issue of seamans discharge book drupal. Seamans discharge book is issued to persons studying at maritime educational institutions and assigned to do inservice training on a vessel. Seaman service book ssb is a continuous record of a seaman s service issued in pakistan. Crew managers and ship managers may apply for seaman s discharge books on behalf of individual seafarers.
Documents required to get to get a seamans discharge book. The seamans book is a record of career certification and experience, however. A seamans discharge book is a full record of a seamans career experience and certification. The purpose of the assb is to help you keep a personal record of your sea service. Where all courses leading to professional maritime qualifications and manpower requirement to. Discharge book is full, please submit it with this application or enclose. Since 1 june 2017, the general consulate of panama has been using the new automated system for seafarers. Msf 4509 application for a discharge book and or british seaman s card rev 0819. Please note that no fee is payable in respect of a replacement uk discharge book or. Basic training, gmdss, advanced firefighting, medical care person in charge, first aid provider, and proficient in survival craftrescue boats. As of 1st january 2017, if your stcw basic safety training certificate is 5 years old or over.
Article 22 the master shall be responsible for seamen training and appraisals. Stcw proficiency in designated security duties rya vhf radio rya powerboat level 2. Renewing your seaman s book is easy and with less hassles now than before. How to get a discharge book or british seamans card in uk. The general consulate of panama is one of the few consulates in europe and the only one in france to process seaman book requests. A stepbystep guide january 7, 2020 april 4, 2019 by draven cueva the seaman s identification record book sirb or popularly known as seaman s book is a major requirement to all aspiring seafarers before they can be. Search and download registry cards from the central index register bt 348, bt 349, bt 350 and bt 364 of merchant seamen employed between 1918 and 1941 on.
You may know it as a seaman s service book or a seafarers identity document. After doing so, wait for your book and be ready to come aboard. Application for a discharge book and or british seamans card. The seaman s book certifies that the seafarer holding it is a seaman as per the international convention on standards of training, certification and watchkeeping stcw. Msf 4509 application for a discharge book or british seamans card. Seaman s book is the common name for a discharge book. Requirements and procedure for seamans book new applicants. The seaman s identification record book or sirb, is considered to be the passport of the aspiring seamen here in the philippines. The registered number has a regularised format that normally includes a prefix letter, referring to the nationality of the seaman. A seaman book is a continuous record of a seaman s service. Normally all you need to apply is a letter from your company stating that you work onboard a particular named vessel for them, the vessel must be uk registered as far as i know that may be a problem nowadays. If your british, then no you wont need a british seamans card and discharge book. Given proper implementation, this method must be faster and more convenient for everyone. The british seamen s discharge book, not to be confused with the now almost now obsolete seamen s card is the official mca and red ensign group log book, for which any british citizen.
Call now 9999362552 indian stcw delhi indian stcw in delhi. Eng 1 medical the process of how to obtain a seaman s book varies on the yachts flag authority. Every seafarer must carry this document while on board, which is also a n official and legal record of his sea experience. Frequently asked questions crew training bluewater yachting. Seamans discharge book and card click here for more information. This handbook will contain in detail everything about a seaman s experience, career, and training. Next is a transportation worker identification credential, or twic card. The british seaman s card is similar to a british passport and is internationally accepted, allowing seafarers to land at. The seaman retains this number throughout his or her service even when the discharge a book is lost or destroyed. You can get your seaman s book within the day or the. How to check authenticity or verify online seafarers documentations seaman books, title endorsements and competency certificates issued by various national registries. You are also obliged to ensure that the discharge book has been filled in correctly by the master or that the shipowner issues a record of service. Of the big lines only cunard have a cruise ship registered in the uk.
Bachmann recruitment is looking for 2nd engineer working on multicat vessel under united kingdom flag. They can be issued by the yachts flag authority for the purpose of proving onboard yacht service. The seaman book must contain the name and title of the issuing authority, date and place of issue and a statement that the document is issued for the purpose of the relevant convention. Receiving a seaman s discharge book for the first time. Seafarers certification seaman book mariteam services. As such, you dont need a passport or visa to enter the uk. You apply online for a discharge book by filling in the application form, which is to be submitted to the danish maritime authority. For filipino nationals, an online appointment would be best since you can choose your desired schedule for appearance. British seamans carddischarge book cruisemates cruise.
It is a requirement that seafarers working on uk flagged ships or large yachts have a uk discharge book or one that is issued by one of the governments listed in msf 4509. The seaman s discharge book can be issued by the ships flag authority to prove your sea time on and off the vessel and it does help in issuing and arranging seaman transit visa in addition to sea time records, the discharge book sometimes also allows for sea crew to travel on marine fare tickets which are often at a discounted price with. With the introduction of online appointment, seafarers can book a schedule in advanced even when they are still on board. It is important that the guidance notes and instructions on pages 4, 5 and 6 are read, prior to completing the application and. This new procedure allows, in the case of marines or officers, to send requests electronically by email in pdf and without filing of paper files. It meant that the ship could return to the uk during the time of the agreement without the need to change articles.
One is the seamans card and is red the other is the seamans discharge book which is blue, its the blue one you need. Seamans book renewal guide 2019 with photo instructions. To be eligible for a cayman islands seamans discharge book you must hold valid basic safety training certi. Help deciphering seamans pouch occupation interests. First is a passport because seamen travel internationally.
Many mariners seem to be having problems locating where they need to. Posted on march 7, 2018 by all you need to know about seaman discharge books and basic safety training courses. Information in this guide explains who needs a seamans dischar ge book. The seaman s discharge book is issued by the harbour master and exceptionally by the local maritime office of porto santo stefano of registration and is consigned at the time of the first shipment of the new member, to the captain of the ship directly or through maritime. Bermuda recognises discharge books issued by the uk, the isle of man, cayman islands and gibraltar. Walkins are still entertained but you must be at their branch early. A british seamans card bsc is an internationally accepted document which allows a british seafarer to. You apply online for a discharge book by filling in the application form, which is to be submitted to.
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