Question & AnswerQ&A (POEA MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 11 s 1993)
The main purpose is to further streamline the process of registration of seafarers, specifically allowing authorized manning agencies or shipping companies to request for the upgrading or replacement of expired Seafarers' Registration Certificates (SRCs) for their ex-crew members intended for rehire.
The provisions of POEA Memorandum Circular No. 11, series of 1993 took effect on March 15, 1993.
Authorized manning agencies or shipping companies are allowed to request for the upgrading or replacement of expired SRCs.
The agency must submit: 1) Letter-request signed by the company president or authorized signatory; 2) Seafarer's Seafarers' Service Record Book (SSRB) and original SRC; 3) Properly filled and signed Seafarer's Information Sheet with thumbmark and one 1x1 picture; 4) Original PRC ID license for marine officers or First Class Radiotelegraphy Certificate for radio operators; 5) Original Radar Observer’s course and Radar Simulator Certificates for deck officers; and 6) Other required documents as may be needed.
No, it is offered as an extra free service by authorized agencies to their ex-crew members who are intended to be rehired.
The requirements must be submitted to the Manpower Registry Division-Employment Branch of the Welfare and Employment Office.
An original Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) ID license is required for marine officers.
Radio Operators must submit the original First Class Radiotelegraphy Certificate.
Yes, deck officers must present the original Radar Observer’s course and Radar Simulator Certificates.
The SSRB serves as proof of the seafarer's sea service and employment history, which is necessary to verify their qualifications and eligibility for re-registration or upgrading/replacement of the SRC.