The following press release was issued by the National Maritime Center on July 25.
The National Maritime Center (NMC) is pleased to announce the launch of two new self-service tools, available via the NMC website, are designed to assist mariners and industry stakeholders with obtaining Mariner Credential Application Status and Mariner Credential Verification.
Mariner Credential Application Status: This tool allows users to receive application status updates via e-mail. To use this service, users must provide Mariner’s Last Name, Mariner’s Reference Number, and a valid e-mail address where results will be sent. Note: Application status data is updated Monday through Friday by 8:00 a.m. EST.
Mariner Credential Verification: This tool provides credential verification results, via e-mail, for merchant mariner credentials and medical certificates. To use this service, users must provide Mariner’s Last Name, Mariner’s Reference Number, and a valid e-mail address where results will be sent. Once a submission is complete, users may click the Submit another response link to perform additional verifications. Note: Credential verification data is updated Monday through Friday by 8:00 a.m. EST.
For more information or to access the tools, please visit the NMC website. If you have questions or require assistance, contact the NMC Customer Service Center, Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. EST, by using Live Chat, by , or by calling 1-888-IASKNMC (427-5662).
We are committed to providing you with exceptional service and hope these new tools offer added convenience and efficiency to our mariner community.
Sincerely,
Patrick A. Drayer
Captain, U.S. Coast Guard
Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection