The philippines seamans book cannot be renewed by mail. Seafarers certification seaman book mariteam services. With the introduction of online appointment, seafarers can book a schedule in advanced even when they are still on board. Seafarers lining up for application of sirb new and renewal. You can get your seamans book within the day or the. Seamans book renewal guide 2019 all you need to know. The requirements are listed in this page either you are getting a new seamans book or you are renewing it. Manila, philippines starting 05 november 2018, filipino seafarers are directed to set an online appointment for the processing of their seafarers identification and record book sirb or seamans book, as the maritime industry authority marina officially launched the sirb online appointment system today, 26 october 2018. If you are planning to renew your seamans book, then photocopy or. Birth certificate on security paper secpa or passport. Passport renewal for overseas foreign workers work abroad.
Licensure for certificate of marine profession cmp first quarter, cy 2020 marina advisory. Seaman book new application guide renewal onsite onboard requirements and fees sirb, otherwise known by maritime workers as seaman book or seafarers identification and record book in the philippines, is really so easy to apply. Seamans book renewal guide 2019 with photo instructions. Here are the documents needed for new sirb applications and renewal of the philippine seamans book.
The maritime industry authority marina is advising all seafarers, ship owners, shipping companies, port state control, flag state, other entities, and individuals concerned of the appropriate courses of action to be taken with regard to filipino seafarers onboard vessels that are affected by the restrictions in. Guide for new application and renewal of seamans book. Last august 2017, president rodrigo duterte signed into law republic act 10928 which provides a 10year validity of our philippine passport. Requirements and procedures on how to apply for seamans book. Applicants in australia may apply at the philippine embassy in canberra or. The cost of the processing fee for application or renewal of seaman s book varies. To keep your sirb valid, renew it before its expiration date.
How to get seamans book in the philippines requirements. For the list of requirements, request you to go through our blog and pen down any queries, we will try. Official receipt of basic safety training bst course. Regular seafarers who are renewing their seaman s book must submit the photocopy of the following documentary requirements. Getting a seamans book in the philippines is so simple and easy. Application requirements philippine embassy of canberra australia. Doing so will ensure faster and hasslefree processing. Completing all the seaman s book requirements is easy if you follow the steps below. Passport renewal for filipino seafarers in less than 1 hour.
Just like a passport or a visa, getting your seamans book needs documentary requirements and you have to prepare them before getting an appointment. Seamans book requirements and fees for application and. Valid nbi clearance visa seaman valid basic safety training bst certificate. Must be engaged in any capacity onboard a philippineregistered ship 35. Philippine seamans book validity is now 10 years seaman republic. Marina launched sirb online appointment system maritime. Seaman refers to any foreigner who, in good faith, has signed on the articles of a vessel arriving at a port of the philippines from any place outside thereof, employed in any capacity on board such vessel, and seeking to enter the philippines solely in pursuit of his calling as a seaman, with the intention of departing with the vessel or reshipping on other vessel that is bound for a. A guide on how to apply for a seamans book balikbayad blog. Manila, philippines starting 05 november 2018, filipino.
This book details everything about a seamans career experience and training, it is also regarded as seamans passport but obviously this cannot replace a passport being issued by the government. One of the most important requirements of being a seaman in the philippines is having a seamans book or sirb seafarers identification and record book. Passport renewal process for seafarers is now more convenient for ofws and seafarers. The requirements are the same as getting a new one. A seamans identification record book sirb or what is commonly known as seamans book is required to all aspiring seafarers before they can be considered. Applicants are no longer required to bring photographs as they will have their. If you opt for the expedited application, you will pay php1,500 and the sirb will be released within 4 hours.
Given proper implementation, this method must be faster and more convenient for everyone. Renewing your seamans book is easy and with less hassles now than before. Unlike working abroad, going on board does not require you to have a visa. This post outlines the seaman s book requirements and the corresponding fees for services like new application and renewal. Walkins are still entertained but you must be at their branch early. What is your reaction to the new 10 year validity of philippine seamans book. The maritime industry authority marina is advising all seafarers, ship owners, shipping companies, port state control, flag state, other entities, and individuals concerned of the appropriate courses of action to be taken with. On the other hand, the regular application will take about 8 hours and will cost php800. As a passport with at least 6 months validity is a requirement for international travel. What are the requirements in taking seamans book for renewal even it was expired last 3 years ago in philippine maritime industry. International law and every local regulation require every seafarer from their respective. It is one of the major documents before you can work as a seafarer or overseas.
Also known as sirb, the seamans book is a major requirement that allows. This move also gives priorities to ofws and seamen when applying or renewing their passport. Requirements and procedures on how to apply for seamans book becoming a seaman is considered as a promising job thats why its one of the mostsought professions by many male filipinos. This important document is also referred as seamans identification record book sirb. If you are a female and applying for a change in name, please present a marriage certificate. The renewal procedure needs to take place at licensed poea agency and then processed through the maritime industry authority.
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