1. Welcome to the National Maritime Center REC Boston
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Welcome to the
National Maritime Center
REC Boston
Providing Credentials to Mariners
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2. Command Relations National Maritime Center (NMC) Martinsburg, WV
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Command Relations
National Maritime Center (NMC)
Martinsburg, WV
Regional Exam Centers (REC)
17 locations
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NMC’s Mission
To issue Merchant Mariner Credentials to only competent, qualified persons in a professional and timely manner, in compliance with Code of Federal Regulations (CFR 46 Parts 1 to 40).
Output
In 2014, the Coast Guard issued over 81,000 Credentials and over 121,000 Medical Certificates. On an average day, the 17 Regional Examination Centers accept 526 applications.
                  
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The Mariner Credentialing Program proudly serves over 200,000 active U. S. Merchant Mariners around the World!
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5. Standard Application Packet
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Standard Application Packet
Application/Oath
Conviction Statements
Sea Service
Drug Screen
TWIC
Proof of Citizenship (if not supplied to TSA)
Alien Registration Card (if required)
Fees
Valid Medical Certificate or Physical
                  
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6. Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
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Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
15 April Required for all mariners holding CG issued credentials
Renewal of TWIC is not required in some case; must complete a TWIC exemption statement
No original application will be accepted at REC without TWIC or proof of TWIC submission
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Medical Certificates
Beginning January 2, 2014, mariners holding an STCW were issued a Medical Certificate.
As of January 24, 2014, the Coast Guard began issuing medical certificates to each qualified mariner when processing an application that requires a medical evaluation (including original, raises-in-grade or renewal MMC).
The Coast Guard will consider the valid period from the date they review the physical.
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Medical Certificates
Mariners who have had a Medical Certificate issued to them MUST carry a valid medical certificate in order to sail under the authority of their MMC
Renew by sending a completed CG-719K Physical to your local REC- don’t forget to include your updated contact information! (No fee)
3 expiration dates are printed:
National (5 years validity)
Pilot (2 years validity)
STCW (2 years validity)
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9. Top Medical Conditions requiring additional information
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Top Medical Conditions
requiring additional information
Cardiovascular Conditions
Diabetes
Psychiatric Disorders
Chronic Use of Impairing Medications
Impaired Hearing
Alcohol/Drug Abuse
Seizures
Vision Requirements
Pulmonary Conditions
Sleep Disorders
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For medical information, the Medical Helpdesk at:
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11. Post-Dating of Renewal Credentials
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Post-Dating of Renewal Credentials
Post-dating of renewal-only credentials began March 24, 2014, replacing the “Delayed Issuance” Process
Renewal MMCs are issued with a future date, determined by the expiration of your current credential:
Option 1- the day following the date of expiration of the current MMC as long as the credential expires no more than 8 months in the future
Option 2- 8 months from the application date if the credential expires more than 8 months in the future
Post-dated credentials are not valid until the printed issuance date; mariners must carry the current credential until this date!
Option to request immediate issuance of the renewal MMC (must be in writing)
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12. Need to check your application status? Visit our website at:
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Need to check your application status?
Approved
Processing
Awaiting Info
Visit our website at:
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Contact Information
National Maritime Center:
1-(888)-IASKNMC
1-(888)
Boston REC:
(617)
(617) FAX
Transportation Security Administration (For TWIC):
1-(866)-347-TWIC
1-(866)
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14. Photo credit: Petty Officer 3rd Class MyeongHi Clegg
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Coast Guard Cutter Marcus Hanna buoy deck crew clears ice from a buoy near Boston Feb. 17, 2015.
Photo credit: Petty Officer 3rd Class MyeongHi Clegg
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