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Applying For Your License

The application process and filling out all the forms for you license can be a daunting process., but USMA is at your side to help streamline some of the details. During the Captain course, we cover all you need to know for filling out the forms below.

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US Maritime Academy - Information Pack and Checklist

Original License

 

Application for Merchant Mariner Credential - Form CG-719B

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Application for Medical Certificate (Physical) - Form CG-719K

For Masters and OUPV application make sure you use this form, NOT the Entry Level Ratings CG-719KE or the 2012 form. Download and fill out all personal information including yes/no portions and bring it with you to your physical doctor's exam.
 

Small Vessel Sea Service Form - Form CG-719S  

You can print out and make copies of this form. Once you have created a final draft, you can revisit this link and use the fillable method if you wish. We will discuss in class.
 

Conviction Statement - Form CG-719C

Use this form ONLY if you have a conviction as discussed on the Merchant Mariner Credential Application (CG719 B)

Criminal Record Review CFR (for more detail info)

Motor Vehicle Drug & Alcohol Convictions (for more detail info)

 

Transportation Worker's Identification Card (TWIC) Application Process

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US Coast Guard Regional Exam Centers (REC office locations) 

Complete applications are accepted at Regional Examination Centers (RECs) via mail, e-mail, fax, or in person.  

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Coast Guard Payments

Pay.gov

All Merchant Mariner fees are paid through the Pay.gov site. Click on "Pay a Merchant Mariner User Fee" to begin the process and be sure to retain your receipt for payment to submit along with your MMC application.

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Renewing Your License

Your license needs to be renewed every 5 yrs. If you don't have 360 sea days documented within 5yrs after last issuance of your credentials, please contact the National Maritime Center for a take-home, open-book exam.

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Merchant Mariner Application Renewal Checklist (renewal only)

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Application for Merchant Mariner Credential - Form CG-719B

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Small Vessel Sea Service Form - Form CG-719S

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Application for Medical Certificate (Physical) - Form CG-719K

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Video: How to renew your license (5 yr renewal paperwork)

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Tonnage Upgrade

Tonnage Upgrade Checklist 

Checklist for upgrading Master or Mate from 25 GRT to 50 GRT or 50 GRT to 100GRT with only 90 days of sea-time since your initial license issuance.  

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US Maritime Academy Videos


Video: Class Orientation / Information

This goes over the types of licenses and how to assemble sea-time and all requirements

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Video: How to Apply for your Original License

Step-by-step process on how to complete all forms and submit paperwork

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Need Help Submitting Your Paperwork?
Sea K's Maritime Licensing Service

Charles "Chuck" Kakuska is a 25 year veteran of the United States Coast Guard who can assist you in submitting your MMC application and paperwork (call for fee structure).

https://seakslicensing.com/services.html

(734) 847-1723
Email: SEAKsLic@aol.com

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