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Seaman’s Discharge Book

Seafarers who are employed on Isle of Man registered vessels can apply for a seaman’s discharge book.

A seaman’s discharge book is a seafarer’s record of service.

Applying for an Isle of Man Discharge book

To apply for a seaman’s discharge book complete form R001 and forward to our office.

Applicants can also email seafarersdocumentation@gov.im to request guidance on how to complete the form.

A list of supporting documents are listed below and must be attached with form R001

  • 2 x passport sized photographs
  • Photocopy of your passport
  • Evidence that you are employed or have been offered employment on an Isle of Man registered vessel
  • Any documents of qualification to be entered into your Discharge Book
  • In the case of a continuation issue, your full Discharge Book.
  • In the case of a replacement issue, a letter explaining the defacement or loss of your Discharge Book.

Applying for British Seaman’s card

Form R001

  • Evidence that you are employed as a British Seafarer.
  • Photocopy of your passport or Birth Certificate
  • In the case of a continuation issue, your old British Seaman’s Card.
  • In the case of a replacement issue, a letter explaining the Defacement or loss of your British Seaman’s Card

Fees for Discharge Book /BSC can be found here

Downloadable Documents
Acrobat PDF FileApplication for a Discharge Book or Seaman's Card (R 001) (61 kb)
Format:Acrobat PDF File
Applicable to: Merchant Vessels and Commercial Yachts

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