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This MSN outlines the training and assessment requirements for masters and deck officers, equivalent arrangements for simulator time, and also requirements that training providers must meet for the purposes of approval by th…
A collection of active marine guidance notes, published by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA).
Use this page to verify Certificates of Competency (CoC) and Flag State Endorsements (FSE) online.
Medical examination system and appointment of approved doctors and medical and eyesight standards.
A list of overseas-based approved doctors for UK seafarers.
Complete form MSF 4274, for a notice of eligibility (NOE) for an oral examination leading to the issue of a deck CoC (STCW) for masters, chief mates and OOW.
Form declaring sale and transfer of ownership of a British registered ship.
Details for owners, operators, and masters of vessels on inland waters, including categorisation, how to apply, safety requirements and best practice.
Apply for a boatmasters' licence to run a passenger-carrying or non-passenger carrying commercial vessel - apply, replace, renew or upgrade your licence
Class and permitted use of passenger ships, cargo ships, tankers, tugs, tenders, fishing boats, yachts, commercial vessels, and the required certificates.
Countries whose seafarer medical fitness certificates are accepted as equivalent to the UK ENG 1.
Information about applying for jobs with the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA).
A collection of active merchant shipping notices, published by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA).
A form to be filled in by individuals or companies who are exporting dangerous goods.
Guidance for applying for a Deck CoC for Commercial and Private Yachts.
Safety codes of practice for small (up to 24m) vessels
A list of the Coastguard Rescue Service areas across the UK and the volunteer stations in each of them.
This Marine Information Note (MIN) provides information and outlines the updated Oral exam syllabus, for Merchant Navy deck officers.
Training for seafarers including: career information, written and oral exam syllabuses and details for nautical colleges and training centres
We work to prevent the loss of life on the coast and at sea. We produce legislation and guidance on maritime matters, and provide certification to seafarers.
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