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Addendum III to DGS Circular No 9 of 2021 Coronavirus (COVID 19) - arrangement for vaccination of second dose of Covishield after 28 days to the Seafarers
Applicable to:
All Shipping Companies, Recognized Seafarer Training Institutes, and Seafarers
Effective Date:
21st June 2021
Superseded Circulars:
Circular No. 9, 10, and 15 of 2021
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Eligibility for Second Dose of Covishield — for seafarers boarding a vessel
Seafarers eligible for second dose of Covishield vaccine prior to the prescribed time interval (after 28 days but before 84 days) if they have to board a vessel.
- Eligibility: Seafarers boarding a vessel
- Vaccine: Covishield
- Timeline: After 28 days but before 84 days from the first dose
2. Online System for Certification — DGS website
A new utility on the DGS website captures the first dose details, probable date of travel, and place of boarding to recommend the second dose of Covishield after 28 days.
- Details required: First dose details, probable date of travel, and place of boarding
- Access: DGS website
II/4 Annexure-II: Modifications in the Vaccination Module
Important Note
Shipping Companies/RPS Agencies must verify the date of administration of the first dose while submitting the request online.
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