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Corrigendum to Crew Branch Circular No. 9 of 2007 -sea service undertaken on ships through un-registered RPS providers -reg.
Applicable to:
Indian seafarers
Effective Date:
2009-03-24
Superseded Circulars:
Crew Branch Circular No. 9 of 2007
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Sea Service through Un-registered RPS Providers
Sea service undertaken through un-registered RPS providers was previously not accounted for eligibility purposes. This has been revised.
- New Exemption: Indian seafarers can now provide their sea certificate, endorsed by the Indian Embassy/Consulate, to be exempt from previous restrictions.
2. Waiver Period and Scope
The exemption is effective for 1 year from the date of this circular and applies to:
- Existing Applications: Those who have already submitted applications to examination centers.
Important Note
This circular supersedes Crew Branch Circular No. 9 of 2007 and is effective from the date of issue.
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