Original License

 

Original Application Checklist

Application for Merchant Mariner Credential - Form CG-719B
      - Form CG-719B Redline

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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.
- Form CG-719S Redline
 

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)

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All USCG Merchant Mariner Forms and how-to videos

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. This site can be a bit tricky, so go to the upper right-hand search bar and type in "Merchant Mariner" and it will appear.

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Instructions:

• Go to Pay.gov

• In search bar (upper right) type in: USCG

• Go the USCG Merchant Mariner User Fee Payment.

• Hit: Continue
  (note there is a toll free 800-624-1373 for help on the right side if you get lost!)

• There is some discussion concerning tracking number and attaching confirmation as well as payment methods. Ignore for now and hit:

• Continue to the Form

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Fill in all required Fields. Use your SS number as you do not have a reference number yet then under User Fee information there are drop down entries.

The first one is Credential Category

• Choose: Officer Endorsements only

 

​The Second is Type of Endorsement

• Choose: Original Officer Endorsement $100

 

The third is Examination/Testing Fees

• Choose:  Course in Lieu of Exam: $0.00

 

The Fourth one is Issuance Fees

• Choose: Pay NMC issuance fee now $45.00

 

To the right under Total Fees should read $145

 

Hit continue and go through the payment process. If you use a credit/debit it will process fairly quick. If you use bank account it will take 1-2 business days.

 

You will get an email verifying your payment then later a confirmation of receipt which you will include (as a .pdf file) with your other application files.

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Tonnage Upgrade

You may Upgrade your 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.  This can be on any size (tonnage) vessel and you will be submitting a new CG-719B along with evidence of your sea time.

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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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