You must revalidate your STCW certificate every 5 years to stay eligible to work. Find out what you need to do and how to apply.
Apply early to avoid delays
You can apply to revalidate up to 6 months before your certificate expires.
Apply early to allow time for assessment and avoid a gap in your certification.
Choose your certificate
Find your certificate to check what sea service and training you need to revalidate.
Deck officers and masters
- You need to revalidate your Master (unlimited) STCW certificate every 5 years. Check the sea…Read more
- You need to revalidate your Master 3000 GT STCW certificate every 5 years. Check the sea service,…Read more
- You need to revalidate your Master 500 GT STCW certificate every 5 years. Check the sea service,…Read more
Engineer officers
Ratings
These entry level international certificates allow you to begin advancing your career as a seafarer.
Marine cooks
Certificates for cooks who prepare and handle food for crew and passengers on seagoing ships.
- Revalidate your Marine Cook certificate every 5 years to keep it current. Check the training and…Read more
Radio operators
- Revalidate your GMDSS certificate every 5 years to keep it current. Check the training and…Read more