The maritime industry authority marina has issued an update advisory regarding the new requirement for application of the seafarers identification and record book sirb or the seafarers book as of june 8 and was implemented last july 15, 2018. The newest marina online service has come into play only a year after its flagship online service, mismo. The maritime industry authority marina opens another seafarers identification and record book sirb or the seamans book processing center at the sm city bacoor in cavite. One of the important document before any seafarer able to board international ships is the certificate of proficiency cop issued by maritime industry authority marina. Guidelines on the issuance of unclaimed certificates of passing the theoretical examination and. The maritime industry authoritys marina decision to replace the regular seamans book with a piece of paper will surely cause some 500,000 filipino seamen, especially those embarking for the first time, to face problems with their shipping company, employers and immigration authorities abroad.
By continuing to use this website you consent to us using cookies. The central site appointment dates on january 25 and 26, 2020 are for exclusive use of the mds central mobile processing of sid in maritime academy of asia and the pacific maap in mariveles, bataan. Since november 2019, they already stopped producing our seafarers identification and record book sirb as you can see in online appointment mismo. Seaman book new application renewal onsite onboard. Receive the latest news, circulars or notices by email.
This certificate is in accordance to international convention on standards of training, certification and watchkeeping for seafarers, 1978 stcw which amended in 2010 at manila. A huge weight has been taken off on seafarers shoulder as maritime industry authority marina announced the new validity of seafarers identification and record book sirb is now 10 years. Marina sets new rules for issuance of seamans book pntc. Md201901, the seafarers identification and record book sirb, commonly known as seamans book, will be replaced by the seafarers record book srb and the seafarers identification document sid. You will need to go to my requests, incomplete document requests, select the application and. Discover the critical programs used to support a robust and profitable maritime industry, boost trade and support our nations economic security. The marina sidsrb online appointment system oas allows seafarers to conveniently and securely book an appointment to apply for sidsrb in. Seafarers can set up their appointments with marina to process their seamans book by visiting the website at. Even if you have the necessary qualifications and completed the trainings required, you still need to have this one important document. The 2 other centers are located at sm city manila and at the philippine overseas employment administration poea.
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. Marina replaces sirb with sid srb since november 2019. Here in the philippines, the sole agency that issues the seamans book is the maritime industry authority or marina. The official facebook page of marinas stcw department posted a photo to inform all shipping company, fishing company, manning agencies, seafarers and all concerned about the new marina circular no. The maritime industry authority marina was created on june 1, 1974 with the issuance of presidential decree no.
The sole agency that issues the seaman s book is the maritime industry authority or marina. The maritime industry authority marina launches a new identification system for seafarers called sid srb. Announced last august 18, 2014, as per press release by marina maritime industry authority and in cooperation with dotc department of transportation and communications, online appointment system will soon be opened up for seafarers who are away or may not be instantly available to apply for a copy of the seaman book in. You can apply for seamans book at maritime industry authority or marina. Advisory new requirement for seamans book application. Surprisingly, not a lot of people know what the hidden benefits are. All applications via mismo will not be accepted in this new platform. Dec 11, 2016 if you havent applied forrenewed your seamans book yet, read on, we will show you how. Marina launches seamans book online appointment system. For the sake of good order, this is the new seamans book online appointment this online service only caters the issuance and renewal of seafarers record book srb. 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.
Easy guide for poea src online registration for seafarers. Discover marads vast database of statistical analysis that serves and informs. Instead of a visa or a passport, you need the seamans book before going onboard a ship or vessel. Scs application to get seafarers registration number srn is free. The philippines seamans book cannot be renewed by mail. Surprisingly, not a lot of people know what the hidden benefits are by having a seamans book which is also a common name for a discharge book or a seamans identification and record book. With the introduction of online appointment, seafarers can book a schedule in advanced even when they are still on board. Book sirb or seamans book, as the maritime industry authority. A seaman book is a continuous record of a seamans service.
Having requested a new application, select the seaman record book option and press next if you wish to come back and complete the rest of the details at a later date, you can choose to simply save and exit. In this blog, were going to lay out step by step procedures in applying for your srb. Online appointment system for seaman book sirb application in marina. High school diplomatranscript of records for high school graduates transcript of recordsdiploma for college graduates psa birth certificate. The south african maritime safety authority samsa was established on the 1st of april 1998 under the samsa act 5 of 1998. The maritime industry authority marina has launched the sirb online appointment system, which will start handling transactions and application on november 5, 2018. Seamans book renewal at sm manila march 1, 2015 september 24, 2016 anvin arganosa 5 comments seamans book, sirb, sm, sm manila few weeks ago i decided to renew my seafarers identification and record book sirb via online appointment but i was not able to do so because their system was down at that time. Philippine seamans book validity is now 10 years seaman. Oct 26, 2018 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. This online service only caters the issuance and renewal of seafarers record book srb.
These appointment dates are strictly for maap cadets in mariveles, bataan. In the past, getting or renewing your seamans book was a nightmare because you have to endure long lines and processes. Our areas of focus include effective maritime safety administration, maritime labour regulation, marine pollution prevention and control, search and rescue, cabotage. Every seafarer must carry this document while on board, which is also an official and legal record of his sea experience. Sirb is a major requirement to all seafarers before they can join ships and become eligible to work. Top sites bahamas seamans book application 2019 latest. Seafarers certification seaman book mariteam services.
A seaman book is a continuous record of a seaman s service. Seafarers for marine and nonmarine categories, andor landbased workers who are in possession of skills and work experience required of a particular seabased. The seafarers registration and record book sirb or the seamans book, as what it is commonly known to many filipino seafarers, is being solely issued by the maritime industry authority marina. Given proper implementation, this method must be faster and more convenient for everyone. Aug 05, 2019 you can get a seamans book after you pass the basic safety training first. The jamaica ship registry jsr is steadfast in providing a commitment to quality in serving our clients more so during this period. Rodel marco gud am po maamsir pwede po walk in sa seamans book renewal. To obtain employment on board a seagoing vessel every citizen of pakistan is entitled to acquire a seaman service book ssb in accordance with the provision of merchant shipping ordinance 2001 subject to fulfilling the requirements as prescribed under the rules issued from time to time. Philippine overseas employment administration poea released a memorandum about the replacement of the seafarers registration certificate src with a seafarer online registration.
Birth certificate secpa or passport or identification certificate issued by. Nigerian maritime administration and safety agency. Welcome to the marina integrated seafarers management online mismo system. The marina enforces strict rules for personal appearance. Since november 2019, they already stopped producing our seafarers identification and record book sirb as you can see in online appointment mismo what they are issuing today are the seafarers identity document sid and seafarers record book srb. As part of its effort in expediting the application and release of important documents to the filipino seafarers, the maritime industry authority marina announced that seamen can now file their applications on the internet to get authenticated copies of their seamens identity record book sirb and it will be sent directly to you for your convenience. Nimasa nigerian maritime administration and safety agency. I seem to recall that you might be issued with a seamans card which should cover you to board and then get the seamans book form signed and stamped during your first voyage.
Feb 12, 2020 the maritime industry authority marina launches a new identification system for seafarers called sid srb. Bolo sir kailangan pa poh ba ng appointment sa marina pag mag renew ng sirb. Guidelines on the implementation of marina integrated seafarers management online mismo system relative to medical fitness, education and sea serv. Walkins are still entertained but you must be at their branch early. Jan 02, 2019 seamans book renewal is now made simpler. Seamans identification record book or popularly known as seamans book. Manila, philippines the maritime industry authority marina will open another seafarers identification and record book sirb or the seaman s book processing center at the sm city bacoor in cavite on tuesday, 30 october 2018. The renewal procedure needs to take place at licensed poea agency and then processed through the maritime industry authority. Instead, you will need a seamans identification record book or the seamans book. The sole agency that issues the seamans book is the maritime industry authority or marina. Marina issues sheets instead of seamans book the manila.
A guide on how to apply for a seamans book balikbayad blog. Maritime new zealands role is to ensure that all maritime activities are carried out safely, with minimal impact on the environment and on our nations security. This website is published by samsa and uses cookies, which help to run this website in various ways including essential services and analytics. Advisory new requirement for seamans book application now. Nov 02, 2018 for the sake of good order, this is the new seamans book online appointment. The nigerian maritime administration and safety agency, nimasa, is committed to the enthronement of global best practices in the provision of maritime services in nigeria. If you havent applied forrenewed your seamans book yet, read on, we will show you how.
Suspension of the conduct of maritime training courses in line with. Philippine seamans book validity is now 10 years 0 0 seaman republic 01 july 2016 edit this post a huge weight has been taken off on seafarers shoulder as maritime industry authority marina announced the new validity of seafarers identification and record book sirb is now 10 years. The maritime industry authority marina will open another seafarers identification and record book sirb or the seamans book processing. Marina launched sirb online appointment system maritime. Jan 07, 2020 instead of a visa or a passport, you need the seamans book before going onboard a ship or vessel. The maritime industry authority marina launches a new identification system for.
Manila, philippines the maritime industry authority marina in partnership with sm supermalls opens on friday its third processing center in metro manila for its seafarers identification and record book sirb otherwise known as the seamans book at the sm mall of asia in pasay city. A guide on how to apply for a seamans book are you planning to work on a cruise ship. Heres a summarized required documents and fees for applying, renewing, and replacing your sirb seafarers identification and record book or seaman s book at marina maritime industry authority. Sirb, otherwise known by maritime workers as seaman book or seafarers identification and record book in the philippines, is really so easy to apply. It was originally placed under the office of the president. All seafarers with appointment schedules, must appear physically at the marina on the specified date and time for image capturing. Seamans book renewal guide 2019 with photo instructions. Now, all sirb or apparently srb as they label it, will be under the marina sidsrb system.
In the past, getting or renewing your seaman s book was a nightmare because you have to endure long lines and processes. You can get a seamans book after you pass the basic safety training first. Seaman book new application guide renewal onsite onboard requirements and fees. Requirements and procedures on how to apply for seamans book.
Jun 26, 2019 a guide on how to apply for a seamans book are you planning to work on a cruise ship. Marina to open seamans book center in sm city bacoor. Marina opens processing of seafarers booklets in sm moa. Sirb, otherwise known by maritime workers as seaman book or seafarers. 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 1995 and 2010. Your goal is mainly to have transit visa for offshore personal entering countryports without a work visa, get a seaman book for your. Philippines starting 05 november 2018, filipino seafarers are. The maritime authority of jamaica maj notes the continued increase in the reach and impact of the covid19 pandemic and its debilitating impact on the global community.
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