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This page contains links to printable PDFs of various forms, examples, check lists, documents and publications that you will find useful to your maritime career.

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U. S. Coast Guard Checklists and Forms

The following checklists provide information, letters and filings which have to be submitted to the U.S. Coast Guard when applying for Captain's licenses.

Download and print the appropriate check list below for the license you want to apply for. It will tell you the forms you need to download in order to complete the application process.

Important Note: All requirements listed on a check list must be sent in one complete packet to a U.S. Coast Guard Regional Examination Center for evaluation.

The Maritime Institute will be glad to check your application packet once it is complete and organized in the order on the check list.
Maritime Institute Checklist and Forms

Course Registration Form - To attend a Maritime Institute training course complete this form.

 Original License Check List

OUPV to Master Upgrade Check List

License Renewal Check List

Able Seaman/Merchant Mariner Credential Checklist

Current Course Schedule

Course Price List
Maritime Institute Course Catalog

Course Catalog - View our extensive course catalog for more information on the course subjects and their descriptions. Click here to download a PDF of the Course Catalog.
Licensing Requirements

Description of Basic Captain's Licensing Requirements - This document outlines the basic requirements and prerequisites a person must have in order to apply for Captain's Licenses Master/Mate Near Coastal, Master/Mate Inland, Operator of Uninspected Vessel (OUPV/6-Pack); or Merchant Mariner's Document.

Basic Requirements 200-1600GT Master/Mate - This document outlines the age requirements, sea time, and prerequisite licenses a person must have in order to apply for a Master/Mate 200-1600 Tons.
License Application Forms and Documents

U.S. Coast Guard Application for License or License Renewal - Covers Captain's Licenses Master/Mate Near Coastal, Master/Mate Inland, Operator of Uninspected Vessel (OUPV/6-Pack); or Merchant Mariner's Document.

U.S. Coast Guard License Fee Schedule - Contains U.S. Coast Guard fees assessed for new
    licenses, license renewals, and license upgrades.

Merchant Mariner's Oath - Form verifying swearing of the Merchant Mariner's Oath.

Physical Exam - Merchant Mariner Credential - Applicants seeking an original, renewal, or raise in grade credential are required to complete this form and submit it to the U.S. Coast Guard.

USCG Periodic Drug Test Form - This form may be used to satisfy the requirements for "Periodic Drug Testing" in accordance with Title 46 CFR 16.220. If you participate in a USCG "random or pre-employment drug test program," this form may not be necessary. (See page 2 of the form for details).

U.S. Coast Guard Small Vessel Sea Service Worksheet - This form is used to submit your record of underway sea service to the U.S. Coast Guard.

Military Service Records Form - This form contains the information normally needed to verify your military service.

Sample Character Reference Letter - Sample letter expressing a colleague's relationship to you and their firsthand observations as to your credibility as a mariner.

Sea Service Letter Multiple Vessels One Employer - This document contains instructions for an employer who is going to attest to your sea service on multiple vessels.

Sea Service Letter Single Vessel - This document contains instructions for an employer who is going to attest to your sea service on single vessels.

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