Apply For Merchant Mariner Credential

Original

Step 1. Apply for your TWIC and complete the "application forms 719B, 719C (if applicable), CG-719S Sea Service (if applicable), and 719P” " using NMC’s Checklist Page to select the type of credential you want.
Step 2. Obtain other documented Sea Service and any relevant training certificates and/or assessments, if applicable.
Step 3. Pay your fees and Apply.

Renewal

Step 1. Apply for your TWIC and complete the "application forms 719B, 719C (if applicable), CG-719S Sea Service (if applicable), and 719P” " using NMC’s Checklist Page to select the type of credential you want.
Step 2. Obtain other documented Sea Service and any relevant training certificates and/or assessments, if applicable.
Step 3. Pay your fees and Apply.

Raise of Grade

Step 1. Apply for your TWIC and complete the "application forms 719B, 719C (if applicable), CG-719S Sea Service (if applicable), and 719P” " using NMC’s Checklist Page to select the type of credential you want.
Step 2. Obtain other documented Sea Service and any relevant training certificates and/or assessments, if applicable.
Step 3. Pay your fees and Apply.

Duplicate

Duplicate MMC definition: A replacement credential issued containing the same authority, wording, and expiration date as a the lost, stolen, or destroyed credential.

Steps to Apply for a Duplicate MMC

Step 1. Complete the 719B and affidavit.
Step 2. Pay your fees.
Step 3. Apply.

Replacement MMC

Replacement MMC definition: A replacement credential issued as the result of a request to change the name, address, or physical attributes on the credential.

Steps to Apply for a Replacement MMC

Step 1. Complete the 719B.
Step 2. Pay the modification fees.
Step 3. Apply.

Document of Continuity

Step 1. Complete the CG-719B.
Step 2. Apply.

Additional Information (Existing MMC Application)

If you have received a letter requesting additional information for your MMC application:

Step 1. Subject line of your e-mail should be: Mariner Last Name_First Name_Mariner Reference Number (if available). For example: Smith, John, 1234567
Step 2. Attach all documentation in PDF format. Other formats will not be processed.
Step 3. Submit all documentation in PDF format in response to the letter to: MMC-Awaiting-Info@uscg.mil.

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