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the letter of "Voluntary retirement"

Applicable to: Serving and retired naval officers
Effective Date: April 28, 2004
Superseded Circulars: None

Key Changes and Requirements

1. CDC Issuance for Serving Naval Officers

Serving naval officers can obtain a Continuous Discharge Certificate cum Seafarers' Identity Document (CDC) by submitting:

  • A copy of: the letter of "Voluntary retirement" attested by the concerned Head Quarters, Naval Command
  • The: prescribed application form for CDC

2. CDC Issuance for Retired Naval Officers

Retired naval officers can also obtain a CDC.

3. CDC Category

The Shipping Master will issue the CDC in the category of "Officer".

Important Note

This notice comes into force with immediate effect.

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