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The following downloadable files are designed to help mariners maintain and upgrade their professional qualifications. Please note that this information is for guidance purposes only. Your local Regional Examination Center will make the final determination of what you are required to complete.

License and Document Original/Renewal Guidance

When renewing your license, all individuals must turn in the old documents.
  • STCW-95/License/MMD Renewal Checklist - rev 9/29/2005
  • STCW-95/U.S. Coast Guard License Renewal Package - rev 3/2004
  • Procedures for Renewing a FCC GMDSS Radio Operator License - rev 1/2006
  • BST Renewal Requirements - rev 3/25/02004
  • Passport Renewal Instructions - rev 5/02/2004
  • Passport Renewal Form - rev 12/2003
  • Removal of STCW Tonnage Restrictions - rev 12/2/2005
    USCG Forms
  • Complete USCG Application Forms and Instructions - rev 7, 2003
    FCC Forms for GMDSS
  • Remittance Advice - rev 11/2005
  • Form 605 Information and Instructions - rev 11/2/2005
  • Form 605 Schedule E Information and Instructions - rev 11/2/2005
  • PMI/MITAGS Maritime Training Guide - rev 2004

    Management Level: Oceans and Near Coastal

  • STCW-95 Training Requirements for Oceans/Near Coastal vessels 3,000 GT or higher - rev 4/2/2004
  • MITAGS/PMI Chief Mate/Master Flyer - rev 1/13/2006
  • MITAGS/PMI Assessment Review By Course - rev 5/25/05

    Officer in Charge (AB to Mate) Training

  • STCW-95 Training Requirements for Oceans/Near Coastal vessels 500 GT or higher - rev 3/27/2004
  • PMI Career Guide - rev 3/28/2004
  • Required Training for Able Seamen Upgrading to Master - rev 8/20/2004

    Towing Officer Training

  • PMI Career Guide - rev 2004
  • TOAR Assessments - rev 12/16/2002
  • The New Towing LIcense Map - rev 3/28/2004

    Master, Mate and Operator (OUPV) Training

    Follow this link for more information on our Master, Mate and Operator program

    Special Vessel Training

  • Tankerman Person-in-Charge Table - rev 5/7/2003
  • Restricted Tankerman Endorsements - rev 4/1/2004
  • Medical Officer - rev 3/28/2004
  • Hazardous Materials - rev 3/28/2004
  • Hazardous Materials Refresher - rev 3/28/2004

    Military Sealift Command (MSC) Training

    Individuals wishing to sail on military vessels, will require a security clearance. Visit this link for additional instructions/information.

    Useful Links

  • Maritime Administration’s Career Guidance Page - www.marad.dot.gov/traineducation.htm
  • U.S. Coast Guard National Maritime Center - www.uscg.mil/hq/g-m/nmc/web/
  • U.S. Coast Guard STCW - www.uscg.mil/STCW/
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