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Information on how to gain a UK CoC for Engineering/Electro-Technical Officers or Engineering Watch Rating Certificate

• Updated: 25 July 2023

Apply for a boatmasters' licence to run a passenger-carrying or non-passenger carrying commercial vessel - apply, replace, renew or upgrade your licence

Details for owners, operators, and masters of vessels on inland waters, including categorisation, how to apply, safety requirements and best practice.

• Updated: 30 October 2023

A list of the Coastguard Rescue Service areas across the UK and the volunteer stations in each of them.

• Updated: 11 November 2024

This MIN outlines further guidance on the requirements for MCA Approved Training Providers and Nautical Colleges under regulation I/6 and I/8 of the STCW Code.

• Updated: 25 April 2025

This Notice outlines the training and assessment requirements for engineer officers and for seafarers who wish to obtain a marine engine operator’s licence (MEOL) or senior marine engine operator’s licence (SMEOL). It also i…

• Updated: 19 December 2022

Complete application form MSF 4203 to apply for a UK Flag State Endorsement (FSE).

Countries whose seafarer medical fitness certificates are accepted as equivalent to the UK ENG 1.

• Updated: 4 May 2021

Guidance on gaining or revalidating an endorsement for a Global Maritime Distress and Safety System certificate for working at sea on UK vessels.

• Updated: 12 October 2023

Instructions on applying for STCW watch ratings, yacht ratings, or able seafarer certificates and information on gaining an efficient deck hand certificate

• Updated: 20 February 2024