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Mandatory possession of Bio-metric Seafarers Identity Documents (BSID) for seafarers that are intend to visit Ports in Brazil and in other countries
Applicable to:
All stakeholders, shipowners, RPSLs, and seafarers
Effective Date:
Immediate
Superseded Circulars:
DGS Circular No. 23 of 2022
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Mandatory BSID for Brazil and other countries
Seafarers intending to visit ports in Brazil and other countries must now possess a Bio-metric Seafarers Identity Document (BSID).
- Action required: Ensure seafarers have BSID before joining vessels bound for Brazil.
- Repatriation: Make necessary arrangements for seafarers without BSID on vessels visiting Brazil.
- Shipowners/RPSLs: Engage seafarers with BSID on vessels visiting Brazil.
II/4 BSID issuance centers: View centers
Important Note
Seafarers and shipowners are urged to comply with this order to avoid potential disruptions in crew changes and vessel operations.
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