Documents you need (renewal or upgrade)
- Passport copy
- Copy of your Seaman Book or previous Panama COC
- Sea service records
- Digital photo (white background)
- Digital signature
- Home address
- Phone number
- Certificate or diploma on which the first Panama COC was granted
- Valid medical certificate issued by an approved doctor
- Application form
For a new Panama COC we send you the document list after we review your application.
Documents issued in the package
- Certificate of Competency
- Seaman book
- GMDSS licence (deck officers)
- GMDSS record book (deck officers)
- STCW courses: four basic training courses, engine room resource management, elementary first aid, proficiency in personal survival techniques, leadership and teamwork, marine environmental awareness, ship security officer, advanced training in fire fighting, medical care, high voltage installations
Courses apply according to the department.
Training
We work with our approved training centre and handle everything on your behalf.
How to start
- Apply online: choose the service, fill in your details and upload your documents.
- See your price instantly and confirm it.
- Receive your invoice by email and pay by bank transfer.
- We process everything and send you the certificate: a copy first, then the original by courier.
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