If the period of validity of cdc of a seaman expires during the voyage, it is valid until the end of the voyage. Discharge books and british seamans card a discharge book is a continuous record of a seafarers service and is not a proof of identity. Offshore installation manager, barge supervisor, ballast control operator, chief engineer mou, engineer in charge, barge engineer, subsea engineer complete application form. It also provide the continuous record of the seafarers while he she is onboard a ship. 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. Child, an american able seaman who had served in the s. Application for a discharge book andor british seamans card important beforecompleting this form, please ensure you have read fully the guidance notes and instructions on pages 4, 5 and 6.
Here is a catch 22 question, been asked to send my cv in for a anti piracy job,someone is bidding on a contract and needs to be able to show personnel on books, and ive been asked to provide a discharge book and a seamens card,i have all the forms in front of me, but to process the. Number of previous bermuda sdb na if not applicable iv. Panama seaman book panama seaman book in angola checklist for mou mobile offshore units. The merchant shipping seamens documents regulations 1987. A catch 22 application for a discharge book and seamens. Application, renewal, replacement process october 31. The most seamans families were found in the usa in 1880. You are not a british citizen but you are employed on a ship or a large yacht registered in united kingdom. You have british citizenship and work on ships or on large yachts. Please advise me of the process, and if i could obtain a form online. I am applying for replacement of my existing united kingdom discharge book if your existing discharge book is full it should be submitted with this application. Panama seaman book panama seaman book in angola checklist for rank of ship security officer sso complete application form. Hisher distinguishing marks na if not applicable iii.
The secretary of state for transport, after consulting with the organisations referred to in section 992 of the merchant shipping act 1970 hereinafter called the act, in exercise of powers conferred by sections 70 and 71 of the act and now vested in him, and of all other powers enabling him in that behalf, hereby makes the following regulations. British seamans discharge book rovworld subsea information. If you have previously held a uk discharge book, please enter the number here. 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. The copy can be in image format or scanned copy in pdf format is also accepted one passport size photograph with white background scanned color, stcw95 basic courses. Company letter, with position request, signature and stamp. This makes it eligible for the seafarer to work on shipping vessels.
A seamans guide to the rule of the road this book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. What deos ww stand for in a seamans discharge book. Even wikipedia the allknowing does not seem to know, although it contains many tantalizing references. Frequently asked questions crew training bluewater. What special privileges does a traveller with a seaman.
Discharge books which, in certain circumstances will permit the issue of uk discharge books to. As a seafarer, you would need to have a discharge book if either. Get a seamans discharge book or british seamans card gov. All you need to do, is let us know when you send your employment application through, that you need us to complete the employers section on the mca seafarers application form. I am presently on a cruise ship and expected to arrive in jamaica for a day. Employers declaration for a british seamans card not required for. How to apply for a seaman certificate news jamaica gleaner. I think there is a work around for this, it is best to go to the office in person to resolve.
Application for seamans record book and certificate of discharge. Application for a discharge book andor a british seamans card under the merchant shipping. Sep 01, 2018 the process of how to obtain a seamans book varies on the yachts flag authority. A discharge book is a continuous record of a seafarers service and is not a proof of identity. I am applying for replacement of my existing uk discharge book note. An application for an irish seafarers discharge book can be made if you are. Application for a discharge book andor british seamans card. Coloured copy of first page and address page of passport.
Discharge books, identity certificates and central indexes 1900 to 1939 and beyond. The fee for a first issue, continuation orreplacementbritish seamanscard is. Seaman book is one of the compulsory document for applying crew transit. Seamens cards and the issue of british seamens card will. You need a seamans discharge book if youre a british seafarer, or are working on a ukregistered ship or yacht. Hi, i have recently had a search conducted at southampton archives and they have been unable to find the records of my relative leslie arthur whitney, who was an apprentice in the merchant navy, and left the service in 1928, to join the police force. Posted on february 21, 2016 one of the most important document before any seafarer able to board any local or international ships is the seafarers identification and record book sirb or commonly known as seamans book. I tried to find the fal convention to better answer the question authoritatively, but cant find it currently. Look in your dads book and it might show the same ship stamp running concurrently. I seem to recall that you might be issued with a seamans card which should cover you to board and then get the seamans book form signed and stamped during your first voyage. Dec 30, 20 what is an seaman book continuous discharge certificate cdc.
Rumours are rife within the industry that a seamans book can carry weight to back up or even replace visa applications or passports. But legally speaking these claims dont hold much water. A seamans discharge book contains a full record of career experience and certification of its owner. Seafarers discharge book and id card seafarers ireland. The process of how to obtain a seamans book varies on the yachts flag authority.
The south african consulate in italy wont issue a seamans book to south. What are the requirements for applying for a seamans book. A catch 22 application for a discharge book and seamens card. A seaman s discharge book is a full record of a seaman s career experience and certification. Transport canada has updated the seafarers documents service standard june 22, 2018 apply for. You wont be entitled to bring extra luggage if youre not joining or leaving a ship.
The fee for a first issue, continuation or replacement uk discharge book is. Global maritime recruitment solutions are able to help with your application for seamans cards and discharge books. Your application will not be processed if not fully completed. The docket books normally include the following information. As such, you dont need a passport or visa to enter the uk.
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 seamans discharge book sdb. What special privileges does a traveller with a seaman book. Bermuda seamans discharge book application crew id, name, rank b. First of all i have an official merchant navy discharge book issued on the the 12th november 1957 in liverpool on entry to the british merchant navy of which i am very proud to have served, sadly for only seven years, but i have to admit that it was one of the most interestingenjoyable times of my working life. 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. Seaman service book ssb is a continuous record of a seamans service issued in pakistan. Mar 28, 2014 panama seaman book cdc checklist for other ratings including ordinary seamen, fitters, carpenters, electric engineers, electricians, firemen, pumpmen, reefermen and welders complete. Apr 05, 2009 as in indian cdc, validity is mention on cdc i. Application for a discharge book andor british seamans card important. I have my great grandads discharge book and it states what his possition was at sea, one of them is an os which is an ordinary seaman, but then he changed to a ww, does anybody know what a ww is. This was about 36% of all the recorded seamanss in the usa.
The seaman s book certifies that theseafarer holding itis 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. Get a seamans discharge book or british seamans card how to apply for a uk coc. South african yachties can assist in getting you a seamans discharge book, if you have a job on a seagoing vessel that travels more than 8 miles offshore. Certificate of discharge for seamen issued april 16, 1917 to r. So instead of waiting for their system to resume, i decided to take my seamans book renewal at sm manila. The seamans family name was found in the usa, the uk, canada, and scotland between 1840 and 1920. Seamans documents regulations 1987 as they have effect in the isle of man. Could someone give me some advise on how to obtain one. The following information must be provided in the body of the email. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. What is an seaman book continuous discharge certificate cdc.
I would like to complete the application before i arrive there, and have my captain notarise it for me. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. A seaman record book or continuous discharge certificate is a continuous record of a seamans service. United kingdom application for an mca discharge book msf 4509 can be found at gov. Frequently asked questions crew training bluewater yachting. Hopefully i will get my hands on it over the next few days and come back to edit it. A discharge book is a continuous record of a seafarers service. In 1840 there were 17 seamans families living in new york. Discharge book records is there any way of viewing discharge book records of merchant navy officers, discharge book and seamans books nos etc after 1972 available now, or proof that you were signed on on ships articles easily availablle.
My fathers discharge book 19201930s shows ra under voyage. 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, 1978, as amended 1995. Panama seaman book cdc checklist for other ratings including ordinary seamen, fitters, carpenters, electric engineers, electricians, firemen, pumpmen, reefermen and welders complete. It meant that the ship could return to the uk during the time of the. Following are the required documents before you apply for a seamans licence book. Application for seamans record book and certificate of. Discharge books and british seamans card uk ship register.
Seafarers discharge books, official log books, gmdss log books. Jul 06, 20 a seaman record book or continuous discharge certificate is a continuous record of a seamans service. It is a requirement that seafarers working on uk flagged ships or. Jul 02, 2014 application for a discharge book and or british seamans card. I managed to get onboard without one and then get it signed later. New york had the highest population of seamans families in 1840. Apr 16, 20 however, with your valid seamens discharge book with a stamp if youre returning from duty, or with a joining letter if youre on your way to join a ship, you will still be allowed up to 20 kgs of luggage on top of your normal luggage allowance. Msf 4509 application for a discharge book or british. All visa nationals may transit the uk without a visa twov in certain circumstances. Uk procedure for the revalidation of certificates of competency and tanker endorsement notice to all owners, masters, officers, ratings and those concerned with maritime training. A seaman record book also known as continuous discharge certificate is a continuous record of a seamans service. Requirements for panama seaman book or cdc, document. What is a seamans book, and can it really replace a passport for some or all immigration purposes.
How to apply seaman book in nigeria one of the important requirements of being a seaman is having a seamans identification record book or cdc and is unique for seafarers. Baka nga po di na ako irehire ng company nito pag di marerelease ang seamans book ko kasi di ako maka kuha ng contract at flight details kung wla ako new sirb and passport wala bang ibang magagawa ang marina nyan. If, however, your uk discharge book has been lost or damaged, a full explanation of. Need help with your seamans card and book application. Application for a discharge book and or 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. 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 special qualification certificates,specify the particular category or rating which the holder is. Entries must be clearly written as mistakes cannot be rectified without payment of a. A seaman s discharge book, sometimesknown as a seamans service book ssb, is a full record of a seafarers career experience and certification. Feb 09, 2015 i tried to find the fal convention to better answer the question authoritatively, but cant find it currently. The register consists of docket books and seamen s pouches.
I went there around three in the afternoon to do some shopping, but for the sake of multitasking i also brought with me all documents required for renewing my seamans book. What is a seamans book, and can it really replace a passport. Gmdss certificate passport or discharge book evidence of competency in english language see the guidance notes in the application form for details on this 2 x passport photos one certified, the other with your name and date of birth fee of. However, with your valid seamens discharge book with a stamp if youre returning from duty, or with a joining letter if youre on your way to join a ship, you will still be allowed up to 20 kgs of luggage on top of your normal luggage allowance. How to get a discharge book or british seamans card in uk. The applicant must schedule an appointment with a transport canada marine safety and security examination centre and complete the applicable forms. Merchant navy discharge number records armed forces.
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