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SWFS-Circular No.02 of 2021- SWFS-Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Assistance Scheme for Seafarers and their family.
Applicable to:
Indian seafarers and their families
Effective Date:
2021-07-04
Key Changes and Requirements
1. SWFS COVID-19 Assistance Scheme
The SWFS has introduced a scheme to provide financial assistance to seafarers and their families affected by COVID-19.
- Eligibility: Indian seafarers or their families who have taken in-patient treatment for COVID-19 or have lost a family member due to COVID-19.
- Assistance Amount: ₹2,00,000 for death due to COVID-19 and actual medical expenses for in-patient treatment (capped at ₹50,000).
- Application Deadline: Three months after discharge from the hospital or death of the seafarer.
- Application Form: Available on the SWFS website.
- Documentation: Self-attested copies of CDC book, medical bills, discharge card, ID proof, and bank details. For death claims, submit death certificate and proof of relationship.
Note: Applications without complete documents or after the deadline will not be considered.
Important Note
Providing false information or documents may lead to legal action and refund of the assistance amount.
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