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Granting dispensation to Indian nationals to work on Indian flag cruise ships as hotel and entertainment staff without Indian CDC. reg.

Applicable to: Indian nationals working on Indian flag cruise ships as hotel and entertainment staff
Effective Date: 16.05.2011
Superseded Circulars: None mentioned

Key Changes and Requirements

1. Dispensation Guidelines

Dispensation granted for Indian nationals to work on Indian flag cruise ships as hotel and entertainment staff without Indian CDC.

  • Application: Specific application for the number and category of crew required.
  • Duration: Annual basis, effective at the beginning of the financial year.
  • Training: Trainees to be placed in the ratio of 3:2 for each category of dispensation requested.
  • Reporting: Details of persons employed to be reported within 3 days of engagement, quarterly training reports to be submitted.
STCW Familiarization Courses: Valid certificates and INDOS number required prior to engagement.
Important Note

Failure to report engagement details within 3 days may result in a late fee of Rs. 1000/- per person of default.

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