Certified to serve, wherever your vessel sails.

Every seaman on board, irrespective of their Rank should have Personal Identity Card. This is mandatory by the International Maritime Rules and Regulations. The International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for seafarers (STCW) stipulates that every seafarer must inevitably carry this identity document, while onboard.

The CDC also serves another purpose that the seamen in possession of this certificate has the necessary sea experience, and have passed the required Training Courses, relevant to the ships and vessels.

Since most of the ships are registered with Panama Registry, and hoist the Panama Flag of Convenience, a token of compliance with regulations according to International Standards, the Panama Continuous Discharge Certificate (CDC) and Certificate of endorsement (CoE) is highly valuable. This Panama CDC is acceptable identification for seamen in any country. A CDC is the seaman’s book and if anyone wants to acquire this Certificate, they must undergo all the relevant Training Courses and come out successful. Girik helps people in getting Panama CDC and start their career in ships.

A Panama Certificate of Endorsement (CoE) is an official document issued by the Panama Maritime Authority (AMP / Autoridad Marítima de Panamá). It recognizes a seafarer's national Certificate of Competency (CoC) or proficiency courses issued by an STCW "White List" country, authorizing them to serve in their designated rank on Panamanian-flagged vessels.

We, at the Girik Shipping , understand the essence of career advancement and the necessary tools required to make it happen. Undeniable assistance is provided to seafarers in obtaining the Full Term CDC or a CoE, together with other endorsements.

Apply for Below services for Panama Flag Documentation in Girik:-

All crew members working aboard Panama-flagged vessels are legally required to hold Panamanian flag state endorsements or full-term certificates.

Primary Certificates

• Seaman Discharge Book (CDC): Continuous Discharge Certificate serving as the primary identification and sea service log for ratings and officers.

• Certificate of Endorsement (CoE / CRA): Endorsement confirming that an officer’s Certificate of Competency (CoC) issued by an STCW "White List" country is recognized by Panama. A Certificate of Receipt of Application (CRA/CT) is issued within 24–48 hours to allow immediate sailing for up to 3 months while full-term documents process.

• Specialized Endorsements: Tanker Endorsements (Oil, Chemical, Gas), GMDSS Operator Certificates, Watchkeeping Certificates, and COP (Certificate of Proficiency).

Document Checklist for Seafarers

• Passport Copy: Minimum 6 months validity.

• Passport Photo: White background (3×3 cm or passport size).

• Medical Fitness Certificate: Valid STCW Regulation I/9 medical examination.

• National CoC / Basic Training: Valid STCW certificates (PST, FPFF, EFA, PSSR, Security Awareness/STSDSD).

• Proof of Sea Service: CDC stamp pages or official sea service testimonials (for AB, Oiler, Watchkeeping, or Officer rank upgrades).

Honduras Flag Documentation Services are governed by the General Directorate of the Merchant Marine (Dirección General de la Marina Mercante - DGMM) of the Republic of Honduras.

Seafarer Documentation Profile (Crew Certification)

Seafarers serving aboard Honduras-flagged vessels must possess valid national endorsements, Continuous Discharge Certificates (CDC), or Certificates of Endorsement (CoE) issued or endorsed by the Honduran Maritime Administration in compliance with the STCW Convention.

Apply for Below services for Honduras Flag Documentation in Girik:-

• Continuous Discharge Certificate (CDC / Seaman Book): Serving as official identification and the official logbook for sea service records.

• Certificate of Endorsement (CoE): Official endorsement recognizing a Certificate of Competency (CoC) issued by an STCW "White List" country.

• Certificate of Receipt of Application (CRA): Temporary attestation issued within 24–48 hours, enabling officers to sail immediately for up to 3 months while full-term endorsements are processed.

• Specialized Endorsements: Tanker endorsements (Oil, Chemical, Gas), GMDSS operator certificates, Ship Security Officer (SSO), and Watchkeeping Ratings certificates.

Standard Document Checklist for Seafarers

• Application Form: Signed application with fingerprinting and passport-sized photos.

• Identity Documents: Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity).

• Medical Fitness Certificate: Issued under STCW Regulation I/9 on an approved medical form.

• National CoC & Verification: Copy of active home-country CoC along with official verification of authenticity.

• STCW Safety Courses: Basic Safety Training (PST, FPFF, EFA, PSSR), Security Awareness/STSDSD, Advanced Firefighting, Medical First Aid, etc.

• Proof of Sea Service: Existing Seaman Book pages or sea service testimonials for rank evaluation.

To verify your documents please go to below link

https://consultapublica.marinamercantehn.gob.hn/

Registration under Palau flag, officially the Republic of Palau is an island country located in the western Pacific Ocean. The country contains approximately 340 islands, forming the western chain of the Caroline Islands in Micronesia, and has an area of 466 square kilometers (180 sq mi).

Palau Flag Documentation refers to the official certifications, licenses, and registrations issued by the Palau International Ship Registry (PISR).

. Seafarer Documentation in Girik (Crew Certification)

All crew members serving aboard Palau-flagged vessels must comply with the STCW 1978 Convention (as amended) and hold proper Palau flag credentials.

Apply for Below services for Palau Flag Documentation in Girik:-

• Seafarer's Identification & Record Book (SIRB / CDC): Continuous discharge book serving as official seafarer ID and sea service log.

• Certificate of Endorsement (CoE): Official endorsement confirming recognition of a Certificate of Competency (CoC) issued by an STCW "White List" administration.

• Certificate of Receipt of Application (CRA): A provisional certificate issued within 24 hours that allows officers to sail legally for up to 3 months while full-term CoEs are being issued.

• Certificates of Proficiency (CoP) & Specialized Endorsements:

• Dangerous Cargo / Tanker Endorsements (Basic & Advanced Oil, Chemical, and Liquefied Gas).

• Security Endorsements (Ship Security Officer - SSO, Security Awareness, STSDSD).

• GMDSS Operator Endorsements.

Standard Document Checklist for Seafarers

• Application Form : Fully completed and signed application.

• Identity Documents: Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity) and color passport photo.

• Medical Fitness Certificate: Valid STCW Reg I/9 medical report issued within the preceding 24 months.

• National CoC / Verification: Copy of active home-country STCW license along with official verification of authenticity.

• STCW Safety Certificates: Basic Safety Training (PST, FPFF, EFA, PSSR), Advanced Firefighting, Medical First Aid / Medical Care (for management level).

• Sea Service Proof: Active Seaman Book stamp pages or official sea service testimonials.

NOTE: Seaman Book/CDC will be issue in 1 day time with Web Verification functional within 24 hour and this will be valid for 5 years.

PROCESSING TIME – CDC/Seaman Book will be issue around 1 day and valid for 5 years.

For verification click below links:-

https://www.palaushipreg.com/certificate-verification/seafarer

2. Seafarer Documentation Profile (Crew Certification)

Crew members serving aboard Liberian-flagged vessels must meet STCW 1978 (as amended) requirements. Applications are typically submitted through the web-based SEA System by authorized Filing Agents (ship managers or crewing agencies).

Apply for Below services for Liberian Flag Documentation in Girik:-

Primary Credentials

• Seafarer's Identification and Record Book (SIRB / CDC): Continuous discharge book serving as official seafarer ID and official log for sea service.

• Certificate of Endorsement (CoE): Official flag state endorsement recognizing a Certificate of Competency (CoC) issued by an STCW "White List" administration.

• Certificate of Receipt of Application (CRA): Issued via the SEA System within hours of submission, serving as temporary proof of application valid for onboard service for up to 90 days while full-term documents process.

• Liberian Original CoC / Upgrades: Issued to candidates passing Liberian online officer examinations or completing approved STCW training pathways.

• Special Qualification Certificates (SQC): Mandatory endorsements for specialized duties (e.g., Oil/Chemical/Gas Tanker Operations, GMDSS, Ship Security Officer, Watchkeeping Ratings).

Document Checklist for Seafarers

• Passport & Passport Photo: Copy of valid national passport (minimum 6 months validity) and square passport-style photo.

• Medical Fitness Certificate: Form RLM-105M (or equivalent approved STCW Reg I/9 medical examination) issued within the past 2 years.

• National CoC / Verification: Active home-country officer license with proof of STCW compliance.

• STCW Safety & Proficiency Courses: Basic Safety Training (PST, FPFF, EFA, PSSR), Advanced Firefighting, Medical First Aid/Care, and Security Awareness/STSDSD.

• Sea Service Verification: Discharge book stamps or sea service testimonials for rank evaluation.

NOTE: Get Acknowledgement Same Day.

PROCESSING TIME – CDC/Seaman Book will be issued in around 15 days, this will be valid for 5 years.

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LIBERIAN COE (CERTIFICATE OF ENDORSEMENT)

• Original Application Form

• Copy of Data pages of a valid National Passport

• Passport size Photographs (Light or White Background)

• Medical Certificate from D.G Shipping approved Doctor

• Basic STCW & Advanced courses, MFA/MC, GMDSS, ROC and ARPA, SSO etc

• Copy of Valid Seaman Book

• Valid Certificate of Competency (Operational & Management Level)

• Copy of valid Company experience Certificates, etc

For verification, please click below links:-

https://www.liscr.com/maritime/verify-seafarer-certificate

Cook Islands Seafarer Documentation is administered by Maritime Cook Islands (MCI), the official maritime administration operating an IMO STCW "White List" registry. MCI issues electronic certifications (e-Certificates) embedded with QR codes for real-time verification by Port State Control (PSC) and crewing agencies worldwide.

Documentation for crew serving aboard Cook Islands-flagged vessels falls into three main categories: Officer Endorsements (CoE), Seaman Discharge Books (CDC), and Specialized Endorsements.

Apply for Below services for Cook islands Seafarer’s Flag Documentation in Girik:-

Certificate of Endorsement (CoE)

Deck and Engineer Officers, as well as Radio Operators, serving on Cook Islands-flagged vessels must obtain a Cook Islands Endorsement Certificate recognizing their national Certificate of Competency (CoC) issued by an STCW White List state.

• Letter of Acknowledgement (LOA / CRA): Issued upon initial electronic application processing. Serves as temporary proof allowing officers to sail immediately in their intended rank while the full-term endorsement is generated.

• Full-Term CoE: Issued electronically upon verification of national licenses and STCW compliance.

Seaman Discharge Book (CDC / SIRB)

All seafarers serving or intending to serve aboard Cook Islands vessels must hold a Continuous Discharge Book / Seaman Book.

• Cook Islands accepts foreign flag state discharge books or issues an official Cook Islands Seaman Discharge Book upon application.

Specialized & Tanker Endorsements

• Dangerous Cargo / Tanker Endorsements: Endorsements for Oil, Chemical, and Liquefied Gas tankers based on valid national STCW certificates or recognized white-list flag endorsements.

• Security & Proficiency Credentials: Ship Security Officer (SSO), Security Awareness / STSDSD, Proficiency in Survival Craft (PSCRB), and Fast Rescue Boats (FRB).

Core Documentation Checklist

The requirements vary depending on whether the application is for an Officer Endorsement (CoE) or a Rating CDC / Watchkeeping Certificate:

For verification click below links:-

https://s2.upvise.com/form.htm?db=213158&tid=CB78E28DDBA9908BFF0C6B62E86FEC

St. Kitts & Nevis Seafarer Documentation is administered by the St. Kitts & Nevis International Ship Registry (SKANReg). Operating an IMO STCW Gray List" registry under Regulation I/10 of the STCW 1978 Convention (as amended), SKANReg provides crew certification, endorsements, and discharge books for all categories of personnel serving aboard St. Kitts & Nevis registered vessels.

Documentation for crew falls into three main categories: Continuous Discharge Certificates (CDC), Certificates of Endorsement (CoE), and Specialized / Tanker Endorsements.

Apply for Below services for St Kitts and Nevis Seafarer’s Flag Documentation in Girik:-

Continuous Discharge Certificate (CDC / Seaman Book)

All seafarers (officers and ratings) serving onboard a St. Kitts & Nevis flagged vessel are required to hold a St. Kitts & Nevis CDC to record their training, qualifications, and official sea service.

• Application Form : Used to apply for seafarer documents directly to Girik.

• Service Record: Sea Service letter or record signed by ship masters upon sign-on/sign-off.

Certificate of Endorsement (CoE)

Officers (Deck, Engine, and Radio) holding a Certificate of Competency (CoC) from an STCW nation with which St. Kitts & Nevis has signed STCW Regulation I/10 Bilateral Agreements (or recognized administrations) must obtain a SKANReg CoE.

• Certificate of Processing an Endorsement (CPE): Temporary attestation (equivalent to a CRA) issued upon initial review by a Maritime Registrar, allowing the officer to serve legally while the full-term CoE is processed and verified.

• Validity: CoEs carry the same expiry date as the underlying national CoC (up to a maximum of 5 years).

Specialized & Tanker Endorsements

• Dangerous Cargo Endorsements: Issued for Oil, Chemical, and Liquefied Gas tankers ( Basic and Advance) based on valid national STCW tanker training and endorsements issued by flag states.

• Security & Specialized Proficiency: Ship Security Officer (SSO), Security Awareness / STSDSD, Proficiency in Survival Craft (PSCRB), and Fast Rescue Boats (FRB).

Core Documentation Checklist

Requirements vary depending on whether the applicant is applying for an Officer CoE or a Rating CDC / Watchkeeping Entry:

Online Validation: Document authenticity and CoE validity can be verified 24/7 online using the official SKANReg Online Certificate Validation Portal.

https://www.skanregistry.com/en/seafarers/certificate-verification

Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI) Seafarer Documentation is issued and regulated by the Maritime Administrator through International Registries, Inc. (IRI). Every seafarer serving aboard an RMI-flagged vessel must carry valid flag-state documentation in compliance with STCW standards.

Apply for Below services for RMI Seafarer’s Documentation in Girik:-

Essential Types of RMI Documentation

• Seafarer's Identification and Record Book (SIRB - Form MI-272): The official discharge book for all officers, ratings, and crew members. Serves as both proof of identity and a log for sea service. An optional plastic Seafarer ID Card (MI-272D) is also available.

• Certificate of Receipt of Application (CRA): A provisional acknowledgement issued immediately upon application receipt, allowing seafarers to board and work on RMI-flagged vessels for up to 90 days while permanent documentation is being processed.

• Officer Certificate of Endorsement (CoE): Endorsement issued under STCW Regulation I/10 recognizing an officer’s Certificate of Competency (CoC) issued by an IMO white-listed administration.

• Special Qualification Certificates (SQCs): Certifications embedded or attached to the SIRB for specific roles and competencies, including STCW Basic Safety Training, Security Awareness (STSDSD), Tanker Endorsements, and Rating qualifications.

Application & Document Requirements

Applications are submitted through authorized Filing Agents, crewing agencies, or directly to IRI regional offices.

For Online Verification: RMI documents feature a embedded QR code and Unique Tracking Number (UTN). Authenticity can be verified 24/7 through the official IRI Seafarer Verification Portal (register-iri.com).

Click below to verify your documents:-

https://resources.register-iri.com/SeafarerVerify/sv/Search;jsessionid=cMnwo0FnAK2Kafzk-bGKjSWHVf1ksxBkqcAb9s7kFElW9a6Fc0bL!981113219

Apply for Below services for RMI Seafarer’s Documentation in Girik:-

Essential Types of BMA Documentation

• Bahamas Seaman’s Record Book (SRB / Discharge Book): The official record of sea service and identification issued under BMA Bulletin 107. Required or strongly preferred by companies operating Bahamian-flagged vessels to align with Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) standards.

• Flag State Endorsement (FSE / Certificate of Recognition): Issued under STCW Regulation I/10 to recognize foreign Certificates of Competency (CoC) for Deck and Engine Officers, as well as GMDSS and Tanker Certificates of Proficiency (CoP). Valid for a maximum of 5 years, matching the validity of the national CoC.

• Confirmation Receipt of Application (CRA): An official temporary acknowledgement generated electronically upon application acceptance in the system, authorizing officers to serve on board for up to 90 days while physical endorsement documents are printed and dispatched.

Core Application Requirements

Applications for non-Bahamian seafarers must be submitted electronically through the Bahamas Online Registration Information System (BORIS) by registered ship managers, owners, or approved crewing agencies:

Submission & Verification System

• Non-Bahamian seafarers cannot apply directly as individuals. Ship operators utilize the online portal to submit applications, download CRAs, and track document issuance 24/7.

• Bahamas Nationals: Bahamian citizens may submit paper applications directly to the BMA Nassau office or take national STCW assessments for BMA-issued CoCs.

• Online Certificate Verification: Authenticity of endorsements, SRBs, and CRAs can be verified directly via the public BMA verification tool (public.bahamasmaritime.com).

Follow link :-

https://public.bahamasmaritime.com/verifycertificate

Apply for Below services for Seafarer’s Documentation in Girik under Antigua and Barbuda:-

Essential Types of ADOMS Documentation

• Seafarer’s Book (SFB / Seaman's Book): The official discharge and identity book issued to seafarers for logging sea service aboard Antigua & Barbuda vessels.

• Officer's Certificate of Endorsement (CoE): ADOMS does not issue original Certificates of Competency (CoCs). Instead, it issues STCW Regulation I/10 Recognition Endorsements for management and operational officers holding valid CoCs from recognized STCW White-List countries.

• Certificate of Receipt of Application (CRA): An official temporary document generated through the online portal within 3 working days of submission. It serves as proof of application and allows officers to board and serve for up to 3 months while the permanent endorsement is processed.

• Certificates of Proficiency (CoP) Endorsements: Additional specialized endorsements issued for officers, including GMDSS Operators, Ship Security Officers (STCW VI/5), and Advanced Tanker Training (Oil, Chemical, Liquefied Gas under STCW V/1-1 and V/1-2). (Note: Support-level ratings do not receive STCW endorsements, but receive Seafarer's Books).

Core Application Requirements

Applications are managed electronically through the Interactive Application System for Seafarers (IASS) and must be submitted via an authorized ADOMS Filing Agent (often the shipowning company or an approved crewing agency):

Submission & Verification System

• IASS Platform: The Interactive Application System for Seafarers (IASS) streamlines document processing, allowing authorized filing agents to upload documents and issue CRAs rapidly.

• Filing Agents: Individual seafarers cannot apply directly as independent applicants; submissions must go through an authorized ADOMS Filing Agent or ship manager.

We Girik are authorize filing agent of Antigua and Barbuda.

• Document Verification: Authenticity of Antigua & Barbuda Seafarer's Books, Endorsements, and CRAs can be verified online through the official ADOMS registry portal (abregistry.ag).

Apply for Below services for Seafarer’s Documentation in Girik under Malta Flag:-

Essential Types of Malta Documentation

• Maltese Seaman’s Record Book (SRB) & Seaman Card: The official discharge book and identity credential issued to seafarers (Maltese nationals, CoC holders, or crew employed on Maltese-flagged ships) for logging sea service.

• Certificate of Endorsement (CoE): Official flag recognition issued under STCW Regulation I/10 for Deck, Engine, and Electro-Technical Officers holding valid Certificates of Competency (CoC) from countries with which Malta has bilateral recognition agreements.

• Acknowledgement / Craft Receipt of Application (CRA): An official temporary document generated directly upon submitting a complete endorsement application. Valid for up to 3 months, allowing officers to board and serve while permanent original documentation is processed and couriered.

• Ratings Certification: Support-level ratings (Able Seafarers, Oilers, Deckhands) do not require a separate Malta Flag Endorsement, but must hold an STCW-compliant national CoP and a Maltese Seaman’s Record Book or valid discharge record.

Core Application Requirements

Applications are submitted digitally by individual seafarers, registered crewing agencies, or vessel management companies through Transport Malta's online portal:

Submission & Verification System

• Seafarer Portal: Transport Malta operates a centralized online platform—the Seafarer Portal (seafarers.transport.gov.mt)—allowing applicants, manning agencies, and ship managers to apply, track progress in real time, generate CRAs, and request urgent processing.

• QR Verification: Physical certificates and Seaman Cards issued by Transport Malta feature secure QR codes directing users to the portal for instant verification by port state control or ship managers.

Apply for Below services for Seafarer’s Documentation in Girik under Comoros Flag:-

Essential Types of Comoros Documentation

• Certificate of Endorsement (CoE): Official flag recognition issued under STCW Regulation I/10 for Deck, Engine, and GMDSS Officers. Comoros only endorses Certificates of Competency (CoC) issued by IMO "White List" member states.

• Comoros Seaman's Book (Continuous Discharge Certificate - CDC): The official record book issued to seafarers (officers and ratings) for identity verification and sea service logging aboard Comoros-registered vessels.

• Provisional Authorization / CRA: A temporary acknowledgement letter or provisional paper certificate issued rapidly to allow officers to board immediately while permanent documentation is being processed.

• Specialized Qualification Endorsements: Additional endorsements for specialized duties, including Tanker Endorsements (Oil, Chemical, Gas), Ship Security Officer (SSO), and GMDSS Operators.

Core Application Requirements

Applications are typically submitted digitally through recognized maritime consultancies, crewing agencies, or authorized filing agents:

Processing & Verification

• Fast-Track Processing: Provisional endorsements and CRAs are typically issued within 24 to 48 hours via Girik.

• Verification: Document validity and authenticity can be verified directly through authorized filing agents or the official administration email.

info@comorsmaritime.org

Girik is Authorized to do below seafarers Documentation under Vanuatu Flag Administration

• Seafarer’s Identification and Record Book (SIRB / CDC): Official continuous discharge book/seaman's book verifying the identity and sea service record of seafarers serving on Vanuatu-flagged vessels.

• Certificate of Endorsement (COE / Flag State Endorsement): Official endorsement issued to Masters, Officers, Engineers, and GMDSS operators recognizing their original national Certificate of Competency (CoC) under STCW Regulation I/10.

• Specialized Endorsements: Specific qualifications for Tanker operations (Oil, Chemical, Liquefied Gas) or Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODU - OIM, Ballast Control Operator, Barge Supervisor).

• Confirmation of Receipt of Application (CRA): Temporary written authorization issued while the formal endorsement application is being processed, allowing the seafarer to serve on board for a limited period.

Key Application Forms & Required Documentation

To apply for Vanuatu seafarer credentials, applicants must submit a complete application package containing:

Key Administrative Details

• Validity Period: Vanuatu Certificates of Endorsement (COE) and Seaman's Books (SIRB) are generally valid for 5 years or up to the expiration date of the national underlying CoC.

• Submission Methods: Submissions are handled directly through authorized VMSL regional offices or designated maritime agencies via physical courier or electronic submission portals.

• Verification: Vanuatu provides web-based verification for port state control officers, shipowners, and crewing agencies to check credential authenticity.

Primary Documents Issued in Girik under Gambia Maritime Administartion

• Seaman Discharge Book (CDC / SIRB): Official continuous discharge book recording seafarer identity, rank, and official sea service history (signed-on/signed-off dates). Mandatory for all crew on Gambian-flagged vessels.

• GMA Maritime Medical Certificate: Health clearance confirming physical and mental fitness to serve at sea in accordance with STCW and MLC standards.

• Flag State Crew Endorsement Certificate: Official recognition issued under STCW Regulation I/10 that permits foreign or national officers holding a foreign Certificate of Competency (CoC) to serve legally on Gambian-flagged ships.

Document Requirements & Application Criteria

Key Regulations & Policy Updates

• Mandatory Requirement: Seafarers serving aboard Gambian-flagged vessels must possess a Seaman Discharge Book and Medical Certificate directly issued or recognized by the Gambia Maritime Administration.

• Verification & Enforcement: Vessel owners and manning agencies must ensure crew documentation is submitted and endorsed prior to deployment to comply with port state control and prevent administrative delays or vessel detention.

Seafarer Documents Issued at Girik under Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

• Seaman’s Identification and Record Book (SIRB / CDC): The official discharge book issued to ratings and officers serving on Vincentian-flagged vessels. Valid for 5 years.

• Flag State Endorsement (STCW CoE): Issued under STCW Regulation I/10 to recognize foreign Certificates of Competency (CoCs) issued by IMO "White List" countries for Masters, Officers, Engineers, and GMDSS Operators.

• Letter / Confirmation of Receipt (CRA): A temporary authorization valid for 3 months issued immediately upon application, permitting the seafarer to sail while primary CoCs undergo authenticity verification.

• Special Qualifications / Tanker Endorsements: Endorsements for specialized operations (Oil, Chemical, Liquefied Gas tankers) attached to the primary qualification.

Application Requirements & Checklist

Administrative Notes

• Responsibility: Shipowners, vessel managers, or authorized crewing agencies are required to submit completed documentation to SVG MARAD before the seafarer’s departure.