Resources: Links & Downloads
(to locate the following NMC forms used in your application)
How to Apply for a Merchant Mariner Credential (from NMC)
See below under Additional Information for a thorough video from Capt. Sanders regarding the process
Merchant Mariner Application Acceptance Checklist
Application for Merchant Mariner Credential - Form CG-719B
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)
NMC Regional Exam Centers (REC office locations)
Complete applications are accepted at Regional Examination Centers (RECs) via mail, e-mail, fax, or in person.
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.
Additional Information
US Maritime Academy - Information Pack
CANVAS Learning and Exam Platform (current students only)
CANVAS Login Setup Instructions (use desktop version, NOT App)
Transportation Worker's Identification Card (TWIC) Application Process
As of April, 2004 the Coast Guard is no longer printing Notice To Mariners. They are available electronically.
Available for viewing and downloading at this link however the General Information front matter is not available at this time.
Now being published privately. They also are available at this link.
Chart No.1 Symbols, Abbreviations and Terms
Published by the government and may be viewed and downloaded here.
The definitive publication of the rules published by the Department of Homeland Security. We include this text in hard copy for all classes, but it may be downloaded and viewed here as well.
Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 33
Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 46
Do not send results but just fill out top portion and the click on Gross Tonnage
Washington State Vessel Registration Records Request
To obtain records on a boat you previously owned in Washington State
Great site for learning those knots!
available thru our Chicago location
The Center for Wooden Boats - Seattle, WA
Northwest Maritime Center - Port Townsend, WA
Paperwork Videos
MMC Initial Submission Paperwork
MMC Renewal Paperwork
Video: Capt. Sanders discusses your 5 yr. renewal paperwork