A seaman s discharge book, sometimes known as a seamans service book ssb, is a full record of a seafarers career experience and certification. Every seafarer, regardless of nationality, on a cayman islands registered yacht is eligible to be issued. It took me a while to find out where to getapply for a seamans book. What special privileges does a traveller with a seaman. The shipowners seafarers complaint procedure will also be provided to you when you join your ship. Recalling caymanian seamans wwii service cayman compass. The seamans book provides a travel document that can be used instead of a passport in some cases. 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. The cayman islands regulations on repatriation2 shall be made available to you on board the ship.
Application for seamans record book and certificate of discharge. Should the original seamans book be found if declared lost it should be immediately returned to this authority. The required items to be submitted with seamans discharge book sdb application. The specimen signatures provided will be transferred to the cayman islands seamans discharge book. In order to be used as a passport, the situation must be appropriate i. British seamens cards are no longer obligatory for british seafarers. Officers of any nationality may serve on a cayman islands ship if they hold a certificate of competency issued by.
Dec 30, 20 what is an seaman book continuous discharge certificate cdc. Sseamans books global yachties recruiters france antibes. Application for a cayman islands seamans discharge book page 3 of 7 4 declarations rev 012017 cisr 5 declaration by applicant i, the undersigned, declare that the information i have given is, to the best of my knowledge, true, correct and complete. Jan 02, 2019 seamans book renewal is now made simpler. Join cayman islands seafarers association whose vision is to help seafarers lead healthy, productive and successful life and improve their quality of life. Applications for a maltese seamans record book shall be submitted to the merchant shipping directorate, either by the seafarer or by the company employing the. The seaman s book provides a travel document that can be used instead of a passport in some cases. National heroes day 2007 saw the rededication of tradition, the cayman islands seamans memorial statue located on harbour drive in george town. Posts about marshall islands written by all you need to know about seaman discharge books and basic safety training courses. Hopefully i will get my hands on it over the next few days and come back to edit it.
Seamans book is the common name for a discharge book. The seamans discharge book can be issued by the ships flag authority to prove your sea time on and off the vessel and it does help in issuing and arranging seaman transit visa in addition to sea time. 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. A twic is not a seamans discharge book and is not a seamans document of any kind any more than a physical exam or a drug test result. Seamens discharge 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 seaman s discharge book sdb. Applicants for special qualification certificates holding andor renewing a marshall islands seafarers identification and record book must submit a copy of page 2 of that book. It is essential that signatures are completely contained within the borders provided. Hisher distinguishing marks na if not applicable iii.
Bermuda seamans discharge book application crew id, name, rank b. Get a seamans discharge book or british seamans card. A seaman record book or continuous discharge certificate is a continuous record of a seamans service. Roy bodden seamens place in cayman history about the part played by our. The local authorities in some countries expect every crew member to hold a discharge book issued by the flag state. The seamans discharge book can be issued by the ships flag authority to prove your sea time on and off the vessel and it does help in issuing and arranging seaman transit visa in addition to sea time records, the discharge book sometimes also allows for sea crew to travel on marine fare tickets which are often at a discounted price with. It is issued to seafarers by the maritime authority of the cayman islands maci. Discharge book sdb is issued to any bona fide seafarer serving, or wishing to serve, on a cayman islands ship. About us an interesting item of caymans more recent maritime history, as it relates to seafaring personnel, is that in addition to all the other positions held by caymanian seamen who sailed with national bulk carriers over several decades, extending from captain to chief engineer and all the other ratings in between there were only two. A seamans discharge book sdb, sometimes known as a seamans service book ssb is. A discharge book is a continuous record of a seafarers service and is not a proof of identity. Sep 01, 2018 a seamans discharge book, sometimes known as a seamans service book ssb, is a full record of a seafarers career experience and certification. The ecay online group of companies would love to hear from you.
Walkins are still entertained but you must be at their branch early. The mca watch rating certificate luxury yacht group. 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. Schengen visa application, cayman island seamans book, boat flag state. To be eligible for a cayman islands seamans discharge book you must hold valid basic safety training certification issued in accordance. 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. Cayman islands discharge books yacht registration centre, y. Cayman islands seafarers association provides support and protection of the character, status and interests of seamanship, promotion of the occupation of seamanship, development and support of. They can be issued by the yachts flag authority for the purpose of proving onboard yacht service.
Application for seamans record book and certificate of. Nov 14, 2017 join cayman islands seafarers association whose vision is to help seafarers lead healthy, productive and successful life and improve their quality of life. Cayman islands, marshall islands and the bahamas have forms online. This is the usequivalent of a seamans discharge book. Seaman service book ssb is a continuous record of a seamans service issued in pakistan. An application for an irish seafarers discharge book can be made if you are. Being canadian i tried different agencies and finally contacted the canadian consulate in singapore. The required items to be submitted with seamans discharge book sdb application are. Copy of stcw endorsementcertificate, yachtmaster certificate or other certificate. Seafarers discharge book and id card seafarers ireland. Marshall islands all you need to know about seafarers. For a cayman islands discharge book, you can use the application in.
Sdb application page 1 and 2 page one must be original and cannot be a photocopy. Veterans and seamens centre archives cayman compass. 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. Signatures not completely within the borders will lead to the application being rejected.
Crew managers and ship managers may apply for seamans discharge books on. Writer highlights fathers accomplishments during world war 2. Cayman islands seafarers association was formed on 14th january, 1994 as a non profit organization for the benefit of the seamen of the cayman islands. Seafarer discharge books maci cayman islands shipping. 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.
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. Seamans book renewal guide 2019 with photo instructions. British seamens cards no longer require endorsement after 5 years. Becoming a qualified partner of ecay enables you and your company to benefit from exceptional online exposure. 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 a british seamans card bsc is an internationally accepted document which allows a british seafarer to land at foreign ports. The seaman s book certifies that the seafarer holding it is a seaman as per the international convention on standards of training, certification and watchkeeping stcw. 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. To apply in person you must have an appointment with a marine office. A cayman islands discharge book, sdb is a noncompulsory document recording seafarer sea service on a cayman islands ship. A seaman record book or continuous discharge certificate is a continuous record. Liberia seaman book seaman record book or continuous. 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. A seamans discharge book is a full record of a seaman s career experience and certification.
This file may not be suitable for users of assistive technology. Msf 4509 application for a discharge book and or british seamans card rev 0819. Crew managers and ship managers may apply for seamans discharge books on behalf of individual seafarers. Cayman islands discharge books yacht registration centre.
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. Note you may not be entitled to repatriation at the expense of the shipowner in circumstances where you have been dismissed on disciplinary grounds or have breached your obligations under this agreement. If the op holds a 100 ton uscg license without twic then the license has been invalid for several years. About us welcome to the cayman islands seafarers association. Bermuda recognises discharge books issued by the uk, the isle of man, cayman islands and gibraltar. Jul 02, 2014 msf 4509 application for a discharge book and or british seaman s card rev 0819.
Application for a discharge book, british seamans card. Some crew can obtain a seamans book from their home country. If your highest us license andor certification is a master of not more than 100 gt, then you do not yet qualify for the mmc. Before then the seamen got a loose paper discharge certificate. Fee schedule payment must be made by check, money order, or wire transfer drawn on a us bank and payable in us dollars to vanuatu maritime services limited. Get a seamans discharge book or british seamans card gov.
Jan 23, 2015 the record book is available to all seafarers engaged on ships registered under the merchant shipping act, to maltese nationals and to holders of maltese certificates of competency. Cayman islands seafarers association clubs findyello. The british seamans card is similar to a british passport and is internationally accepted, allowing seafarers to land at foreign ports without having to obtain visas. The record book is available to all seafarers engaged on ships registered under the merchant shipping act, to maltese nationals and to holders of maltese certificates of competency. Mar 07, 2018 posts about marshall islands written by all you need to know about seaman discharge books and basic safety training courses. Jul 21, 2015 writer highlights fathers accomplishments during world war 2. A seafarer discharge book sdb is issued to any bona fide seafarer serving, or wishing to serve, on a cayman islands ship. The merchant shipping seamens documents regulations 1987. The south african consulate in italy wont issue a seamans book to. But legally speaking these claims dont hold much water. The crew compliance section of the cayman islands shipping registry cisr is responsible for issuing. Cayman islands seafarers association box 471 11 victory ave prospect grand cayman ky11502 3459477378 facsimile 34594777 view on map.
Every seafarer must carry this document while on board, which is also an official and legal. Crew managers and ship managers may apply for seaman s 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. The training record books are included in mca msn 1862 nwr and 1863. The creek cayman brac grand cayman, cayman islands 345 9480400. A seamans discharge book, sometimes known as a seamans service book ssb, is a full record of a seafarers career experience and certification. The link below you will take you to a webpage where you can see pictures of an old discharge book, an 1892 discharge certificate and a cr10, amongst other things. Application for a discharge book, british seamans card msf. Seaman book is one of the compulsory document for applying crew transit visas. For a better experience on cayman islands seafarers association, update your browser.
First of all i have an official merchant navy discharge book issued on the the 12th november 1957 in liverpool on entry to the british merchant navy of which i am very proud to have served, sadly for only seven years, but i have to admit that it was one of the most interestingenjoyable times of my working life. Cayman island seafarers association donates to ncvo. The earliest use of photographs that i have was on the cr10. There is a shipping registry and email address for red ensigns.
However, these will most likely be revoked and replaced for mlc. Welcome to the cayman islands seafarers association. Given proper implementation, this method must be faster and more convenient for everyone. You need a seamans discharge book if youre a british seafarer, or are working on a ukregistered ship or yacht. What special privileges does a traveller with a seaman book. There is no validity period for seaman discharge book issued to singapore citizen or permanent resident. The statue was relocated to its new and permanent home in heroes square, where it will enjoy increased prominence, befitting of its significance to the people of the cayman islands. Earnings cap on seamen benefits increases cayman islands. What is an seaman book continuous discharge certificate cdc. The seamans book certifies that the seafarer holding it is a seaman as per the international convention on standards of training, certification and watchkeeping stcw. The following information must be provided in the body of the email. Seamans books global yachties recruiters france antibes.
I tried to find the fal convention to better answer the question authoritatively, but cant find it currently. Marinet is an internetbased ecommerce system owned by the maritime and port authority of singapore for the maritime community. These regulations revoke the merchant shipping seamens documents regulations 1972, as amended, and reenact them with further amendments. Emailing document after all the information is filled in and the document signed.
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, 1978, as amended 1995. Captains should have these forms aboard and require crew to obtain seamans books immediately, no mater how long their visa is valid. With the introduction of online appointment, seafarers can book a schedule in advanced even when they are still on board. Complete an application form and submit to the registrar of seafarers, along with. Dockwalk the essential site for captains and crew docktalk. South african yachties can assist in getting you a seamans discharge book, if you have a job on a seagoing vessel that travels more than 8 miles offshore. A seaman record book or continuous discharge certificate is a continuous record of a seaman s service. Sdb application page 1 and 2 page one must be original and cannot be a photocopy please state present rank and capacity being requested.