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Issue of E-Migrations of Indian Seafarers due to the Technical Up-gradation of E-Migrate Portal – Reg
Applicable to:
Indian Seafarers, Companies, POEs, FRROs, Immigration Authorities
Effective Date:
20.03.2024
Superseded Circulars:
None
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Temporary Manual E-Migration Process
Due to technical upgradation, e-Migration will be temporarily carried out manually. Companies must organize and employ seafarers with urgent joining needs.
2. Documents Required for Seafarers
- i. FORM I (Foreign Flagged) or Article of Agreement (Indian Flagged)
- ii. Sea Service Details
- iii. Employment Contract
- iv. Insurance Coverage
- v. Valid Passport, CDC, BSID
- vi. Flight Tickets
- vii. Any other travel documents, as applicable
3. Company Undertaking and Submission
Companies must submit an undertaking along with seafarer details in Excel format one day before the scheduled journey by 1500 hrs. The undertaking format is annexed.
Annexure III Company Undertaking Format
Important Note
Companies must ensure all documents and information provided are true and correct. False or incorrect information may result in legal proceedings under the Merchant Shipping Act 1958 and Rules 2016.
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