To be eligible for a medical certificate, a mariner must display compliance with the medical and physical standards by submitting a CG 719K or CG 719K/E.  Medical certificates issued to national mariners will be issued for a maximum of 5 years.  Mariners who sail under the authority of STCW endorsement will be issued for up to 2 years.

Medical Certificate Renewal:

  • National-Valid for 5 years
  • STCW-Valid for 2 years