Question & AnswerQ&A (PRC MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 09-06)
Section 10 of Republic Act No. 8544, the Philippine Merchant Marine Officers Act of 1998.
All licensed Second Engineer Officers who have completed at least twenty-four (24) months approved seagoing service as Second Engineer Officer within the preceding five (5) years from the date of application.
At least twenty-four (24) months of approved seagoing service as Second Engineer Officer within the last five (5) years and must have passed the Board's evaluation.
Yes, those with at least twelve (12) months but less than twenty-four (24) months of service may apply for the Chief Engineer Officer licensure examination.
Yes, vessels such as warships, naval auxiliaries, ships owned or operated by a state engaged only in governmental non-commercial service, fishing vessels, pleasure yachts not engaged in commercial trade, and wooden ships of primitive build.
Application forms, original and photocopy of Second Engineer Officer registration and PRC ID, proof of 24 months seagoing service, NBI clearance, medical certificate from DOH-accredited clinic, colored passport pictures in proper uniform, payment, and community tax certificate.
A duly authorized representative or recognized Liaison Officer of the company with proper identification who must present a Special Power of Attorney or letter of authorization if the representative is a registered professional with the Commission.
Applicants must be medically fit with good eyesight and hearing, certified by a Department of Health (DOH) accredited medical clinic or hospital, with a valid medical certificate not older than 15 days before expiry and valid for one year.
Submission and evaluation at MEOD counters, approval by the Board, verification and fee assessment, payment of fees, registration as Chief Engineer Officer, claim of certificate and PRC ID, and eventual oathtaking.
No, the applicant must comply with other applicable requirements of the Board beyond the issuance of the Certificate of Registration/License.