Jan 02, 2019 seamans book renewal is now made simpler. Application for a discharge book and or british seamans card. Name date and place of birth discharge a number rank or rating, with relevant certificate details details of any other qualifications date crs10 first page was created british seamen s identity card notations. The british seamens discharge book, not to be confused with the. British seamans discharge book rovworld subsea information. Application for seamans record book and certificate of. The front page of the crs10 docket book provides the following information. Of the big lines only cunard have a cruise ship registered in the uk. Discharge book numbering from ww 2 to 1972 for british seamen. For foreign officerscadets, the singapore seaman discharge book will be issued with a validity period of 5 years as an interim measure to allow the. If you use assistive technology such as a screen reader and need a version of this document in a more accessible format, please. Seaman to whom a british seamans identity card has been issued or reissued crs 155 statement of a seaman seeking to transfer to the national register, the loss of his british seamans identity card and for his merchant navy clothing book.
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. My number, r576086 was issued at the vindicatrix, 6 june 1952 i had three full discharge books all with the same number to 1994 discharge book numbering from ww 2 to 1972 for british seamen page 4 register. To know how to get a copy or see requirements, i will reveal them. 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 seamen s card,i have all the forms in front of me, but to process the. There is no validity period for seaman discharge book issued to singapore citizen or permanent resident. It was an indentification card that listed unlicensed ratings on the back. To apply in person you must have an appointment with a marine office. If your british, then no you wont need a british seamans card and discharge book. Find out when and why you may also need to get a british seaman s card bsc instead, or as well.
Discharge books and british seamans card uk ship register. Hopefully i will get my hands on it over the next few days and come back to edit it. Application for a discharge book, british seamans card. The sdb forms a record of the seafarers sea service, but is not a seafarer identity document issued in accordance with the ilo seafarers identity documents convention, 1958 c108 as revised by c185. How to get a discharge book or british seamans card in uk. 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. Man r001 01 application for a discharge book andor a british seamans card under the merchant shipping seamans documents regulations 1987 as they have effect in the isle of man with every application you should part a yourself in block capitals send a. Dockwalk the essential site for captains and crew docktalk. You can get your seamans book within the day or the. You can choose an alternative address of delivery in the application as such.
The british seamans card is similar to a british passport and is internationally accepted, allowing seafarers to land at. Either way, as a british seafarer you will need to get a seamans discharge book sdb to work on a ukregistered ship or yacht. 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. This new publication replaces the seaman s discharge book which has traditionally been used to record seafarers sea service and is now withdrawn, however any seaman. British seamans carddischarge book cruisemates cruise. Service standards marine safety is developing service standards in relation to the fees charged. This new book is in a user friendly format and once it has been received by the seafarer, heshe must complete their personal details on the inside cover. The applicant must schedule an appointment with a transport canada marine safety and security examination centre and complete the applicable forms. United kingdom application for an mca discharge book msf 4509 can be found at gov.
Sep 01, 2018 the process of how to obtain a seamans book varies on the yachts flag authority. Company letter, with position request, signature and stamp. The british seamans card and discharge book is normally only needed if you are working in the merchant navy or a british registered ship. Seafarers discharge book and id card seafarers ireland. Seaman book is one of the compulsory document for applying crew transit visas. The merchant shipping seamens documents regulations 1987. 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. I am applying for replacement of my existing uk discharge book note. Feb 09, 2015 i tried to find the fal convention to better answer the question authoritatively, but cant find it currently. Uk discharge books and british seamans cards will be sent to uk addresses free of any additional postal charges via the royal mails signed for service. The appropriate fees for the services you require see guidance at part j above. Seamans book requirements and fees for application and.
A seaman s book can be used to book a oneway ticket to a destination as opposed to your usual requirement for proof of a return ticket. The full membership costs 185 per year and as a full member you will get our service record book srb, which you will send to the mca to get fasttracked when applying for an noe. Information in this guide explains who needs a seaman s discharge book, the application process, and fees. Name date and place of birth discharge a number rank or rating, with relevant certificate details details of any other qualifications date crs10 first page was created british seamens identity card notations. What special privileges does a traveller with a seaman. Need help with your seamans card and book application. If you use assistive technology such as a screen reader and need a version of. I have since obtained the british seamans book and have worked for a ukbased company for 7 years on ships. I tried to find the fal convention to better answer the question authoritatively, but cant find it currently. A seamans discharge book sdb, sometimes known as a. Ron strathdee, principal surveyor in charge of standards at isle of man.
Jul 02, 2014 application for a discharge book and or british seaman s card. 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. It is a requirement that seafarers working on uk flagged ships or. The british seaman s card is similar to a british passport and is internationally accepted, allowing seafarers to land at foreign ports without having to obtain visas.
Application for a discharge book, british seamans card msf. Many mariners seem to be having problems locating where they need to apply and they also wish to know the fee involved. By going through the services of the consulate general of panama to obtain a seaman book, you benefit from the maritime authority of panama, without any consular administrative fees or commission fees, with a service and without intermediary. Sirb, otherwise known by maritime workers as seaman book or seafarers identification and record book in the philippines, is really so easy to apply. Discharge book records is there any way of viewing discharge book records of merchant navy officers, discharge book and seaman s books no s etc after 1972 available now, or proof that you were signed on on ship s articles easily availablle. Information in this guide explains who needs a seamans discharge book, the application process, and fees.
Given proper implementation, this method must be faster and more convenient for everyone. Transport canada has updated the seafarers documents service standard june 22, 2018. 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. Annual tonnage fees relating to yachts and local vessels are not prorated and nonrefundable.
We will process as many sea service testimonials and certificates as you wish, while a member. A seafarer discharge book sdb is issued to any bona fide seafarer serving, or wishing to serve, on a cayman islands ship. Different countries issue to their seafarers the similar service book with different names i. An application for an irish seafarers discharge book can be made if you are. For foreign officerscadets, the singapore seaman discharge book will be issued with a validity period of 5 years as an interim measure to allow the officerscadets to sail onboard for gaining sea experience. Seamans book renewal guide 2019 with photo instructions. To complicate matters further there is a seamans card or a seamans discharge book which can both be applied for uk. With the introduction of online appointment, seafarers can book a schedule in advanced even when they are still on board. 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. 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.
Ive been told by the maritime agency that she needs a seamans card british seamans card is an internationally accepted document which lets british seamen land at foreign ports without needing a visa. Msf 4509 rev 08 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. Seamans book requirements and fees for application and renewal august 21, 2016 september 24, 2016 anvin arganosa 5 comments marina, seamans book, sirb a seamans book or sirb is one among the basic documents a seafarer should have in order for himher to land a job onboard a ship or vessel. Either way, as a british seafarer you will need to get a seaman s discharge book sdb to work on a ukregistered ship or yacht.
Msf 4509 application for a discharge book or british. Annual tonnage fee type 2 means an annual tonnage fee that includes the same level of services as included in the afscf. Where a person requests and receives premium service, a fee of. Seaman book new application guide renewal onsite onboard requirements and fees. Application for a discharge book, british seamans card msf 4509. Application for a discharge book andor british seamans card. A british seamans card bsc is an internationally accepted document which allows a british seafarer to land at foreign ports.
Get a seamans discharge book or british seamans card gov. Replacement of a uk discharge book or british seamans card. Subject to paragraph 4, the fee for the issue, or replacement, of a british seamans card or a discharge book is. Msf 4509 application for a discharge book or british seamans.
You would need to have an appointment at a marine office to apply in person. Renewing your seamans book is easy and with less hassles now than before. The cost to apply in person for a british seamans card or a discharge book is. Discharge book issued by one of the governments listed in note 4, or d. We will always carry out a search of our records to a high standard based on our expertise and professionalism. Aug 20, 2018 renewing your seamans book is easy and with less hassles now than before. What entries do i need to post on the tax return as this is a first for me.
Man r001 01 application for a discharge book andor a british seamans card under the merchant shipping seamans documents regulations 1987 as they have effect in the isle of man. Merchant navy seamen and officers 191972 this paid search guide will help you to decide whether to use the national archives paid search service. Walkins are still entertained but you must be at their branch early. Seaman book new application renewal onsite onboard. Transport canada has updated the seafarers documents service standard june 22, 2018 apply for. Application for a discharge book andor a british seamans card under the merchant shipping. Panama seaman book panama seaman book in angola checklist for other ratings including ordinary seamen, fitters, carpenters, electric engineers, electricians, firemen, pumpmen, reefermen and welders complete application form. For filipino nationals, an online appointment would be best since you can choose your desired schedule for appearance. Msf 4509 rev 08 application for a discharge book andor british seaman s card important beforecompleting this form, please ensure you have read fully the guidance notes and instructions on pages 4, 5 and 6. The record of employment on board of a merchant ship sea service is recorded in a seaman service book. You need a seamans discharge book if youre a british seafarer, or are working on a ukregistered ship or yacht. Discharge books and british seaman s card a discharge book is a continuous record of a seafarer s service and is not a proof of identity. Application for a discharge book andor a british seamans. Crew managers and ship managers may apply for seamans discharge books in respect of individual seafarers and it should be noted that in some countries the local authorities expect every crew member to hold a discharge book issued by the flag state.
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. Discharge book numbering from ww 2 to 1972 for british. The process of how to obtain a seamans book varies on the yachts flag authority. This file may not be suitable for users of assistive technology. Msf 4509 application for a discharge book or british seamans card. The seaman s book will be dated sea time, signed and stamped by the master when the seaman signsoff the vessel. It is not intended to be the primary document for purposes of. Seaman service book ssb is a continuous record of a seamans service issued in pakistan. Msf 4509 application for a discharge book and or british seamans card rev 0819. 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. Im from serbia and i had to take a british transit visa last time i joined my ship. Seaman book new application guide renewal onsite onboard requirements and fees sirb, otherwise known by maritime workers as seaman book or seafarers identification and record book in the philippines, is really so easy to apply. The new seafarers record of sea service has been specifically designed for recording a seafarers employment on board a ship in accordance with mlc regulation a2.
Annual tonnage fees relating to merchant vessels are prorated at 50% for registration after 1 july and nonrefundable. A catch 22 application for a discharge book and seamens. The british seamens discharge book, not to be confused with the now almost now obsolete seamens card is the official mca and red ensign group log book, for which any british citizen or any nonbritish citizen employed on a uk flagged vessel can apply. Get a seamans discharge book or british seamans card. You should expect to receive your discharge book by mail within a week. An mmc is not a discharge book, it is a credential that identifies the mariner and lists the certifications and level of training if any held. What special privileges does a traveller with a seaman book.
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