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Application for a discharge book, British seaman's card (MSF 4509)

Application form for a discharge book and/or a British seaman's card.

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MSF 4509 - Application for a UK Discharge Book and/or a British Seaman’s Card

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It’s important that you read the form carefully and read the guidance notes from page 7 onwards before completing the application. Please make sure that all the required information is provided.

You must write your application clearly as you will need to pay an additional fee to correct any mistakes.

Published 2 July 2014
Last updated 20 December 2023 + show all updates
  1. Updated form with a version that reflects MGN 686: (M+F) eligibility for British seaman’s card.

  2. Replaced form with a version that reflects updates to MGN 685 and updates our contact details.

  3. Updated version of form

  4. New version of form added with new version number.

  5. Information add on the temporary suspension of premium discharge book service

  6. New form revision for MSF 4509

  7. New revision uploaded

  8. First published.