The seafarers area is based on the licensing, endorsement, and certification services described by the reference portal and connects them with the digital processes of the Panama Maritime Authority.
Licenses and endorsements
The Certification Department of the Panama Maritime Authority reviews, certifies, and issues technical documentation for officers and ratings working aboard Panama-flag vessels.
Advice on special qualifications and endorsements required to comply with STCW 1978, as amended.
Evaluation and processing of seafarer documentation applications under national provisions and STCW.
The reference groups requirements for certificates of competency and recognition by department and rank.
Deck: Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch II/1, Chief Mate II/2, Master II/2, and GMDSS operators IV/2.
Engine: Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch III/1, Second Engineer Officer III/2 or III/3, Chief Engineer Officer III/2 or III/3, and Electro-Technical Officer III/6.
The General Directorate of Seafarers uses digital systems to submit complete and documented applications, intended to save time and resources for shipowners and managers.