Welcome to our Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) requirements page. On this page you can use the selection box in the next section to learn about the various Coast Guard requirements from the OUPV Captain to Master of vessels of any gross tons licenses. Additionally, you can find information for qualified ratings such as Able Seaman, Tankerman, Lifeboatman as well as for the RFPNW and Able Seafarer Deck STCW endorsements. We recently added a section, which includes the latest Coast Guard changes and policy regarding the Seafarers’ Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) Code.
NOTICE: Effective April 15, 2009 the U.S. Coast Guard will not process any applications for original or renewal of a Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) unless that mariner also possesses a Transportation Worker Identity Credential (TWIC) card or has proof that they have applied for a TWIC card. Please visit our Resources page for information regarding obtaining your TWIC card or click here for the TSA website.
MERCHANT MARINER CREDENTIAL (MMC) CATEGORY
Use the selection box to find your Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) Category
ORIGINAL ISSUE MERCHANT MARINER CREDENTIAL (MMC) INFORMATION
For Original Issue of the Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) (Entry-Level) Deckhand/Wiper»
MILITARY SEA SERVICE CONVERSION & DOCUMENTING
Click here to view or print the Military (USN/USCG RATINGS) Sea Service Conversion Chart»
Click here for NMC’s Brochure On Documenting Military Sea Service»
STCW CHANGES
NMC and the U.S. Coast Guard are constantly reviewing and updating policies. Here is the latest regarding STCW policy:
Your Key To Understanding Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) STCW Endorsements.»
12/24/2013
11/01/2012
10/26/2012
10/15/2012
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STCW CHECKLISTS
New or revised Merchant Mariner Credential checklists regarding STCW:
11/05/2012
11/02/2012
10/17/2012
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