How to Apply for Belize Endorsement - New Requirements

In order to comply with Manila Amendments IMMARBE  have developed a new design of CRA. Security features have been inserted in the new IMMARBE 2010 STCW Certificates.  Due to these security features, which react to being exposed to any heating element (laminator, scanner, photocopier) it is no longer necessary to laminate the original certificates.  It is the sole responsibility of the Seafarers to protect and ensure that his documents are in kept in a secure place.  

In this regard, the requirements regarding the submission of documents have changed. Please refer to  the new requirements below.

1.Certificate of Receipt of Application

A CRA can be issued only when all supporting documents have been received and are in order.

Note that applications for more than one endorsement certificate by a single seafarer can be made on a single application form, provided that all necessary details for each certificate is included in the form. Example: Master, GOC endorsement certificates can be applied for using one application form, however, ensure to include all certificate numbers, expiry date and capacities on the form. Similar to the Declaration form, the application form should also be signed by the applicant (seafarer).

2. Make sure to use the updated forms provided by IMMARBE as per the list:

2.1. Declaration Form F-009-DC

2.2. Application Form F-008-EAF

2.3. Medical Fitness Certificate F-006-MFC

3. Declaration Form

Having learned a copy of Statutory Instrument No. 99 of 1999 the seafarer should complete and sign a Declaration Form. The name and signature in the Declaration Form should be filled in by hand. Computer generated name and signature  will not be accepted.

4.Medical Fitness Certificate

Medical Certificates need to be hand signed by both the applicant (seafarer) and medical practitioner. Computer generated name and signature are not acceptable. All fields in regards to the medical practitioner details need to be filled completely and bear his/her stamp or seal.

5. Photos

Passport picture must display facial front view of the applicant (Seafarer). It must be taken within one year preceding application. Photos should be in high definition (minimum of 300dpi) and preferably on a white or light background. If pictures are stamped, damaged, scratched or with low resolution they  will not be accepted.

Kindly ensure to follow below guidelines when scanning photos:

• Set the scanner resolution to a minimum of 300dpi (dots per inch).
• Set color to true color.
• The image file should be PNG format.

6. Signature

An original signature (on A4 format) of the applicant (seafarer) should be sent on a clear white background in JPEG format for all applications. Kindly note that our new CRAs format requires the signature of the seafarer.

7. When submitting applications

Kindly ensure that documents are scanned in a JPEG (preferable) or PDF format and that they are clear and complete with no blurred, dark or missing information.

Please follow the link to see the full list the documents to be submitted and download new IMMARBE forms.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact our Designated Office:

Tel/Fax:

+38 (0552) 415304

+38 (0552) 415305

E-mails:

stcw@immarbe.com.ua       -  for officers certification matters.

Best Regards,

Marine Safety Management Ltd.