Filipino seafarers are deployed to different parts of the world, such as Europe, Middle East, Persian Gulf and to the United States. For ships that enter the United States’ territorial waters and/or ports, the crew member will not need a visa if he/she stays on board for up to a limited number of days. However, there are situations where a visa will be required. These instances include staying over the allowed limited time period, or when a crewmember wishes to de-board the vessel, or in certain emergency situations, or when it is necessary to fly to the United States to join a vessel.
This seaman’s visa falls under the non-immigrant visa category and the holder of such visa generally cannot change his or her status while in the United States. To apply for the visa, a personal interview at the U.S. Embassy is required in addition to the requisite forms and photos and also the supporting original documents listed below: (List is not exhaustive).
Getting your Seaman's Visa
Transit (C-1) and Crew (D) Visas (US Embassy site)
The new US Visa fees are as follows:
Visitor, Seaman, Student, and Exchange Visitor visa – $140
Where to stay in Manila
The new dormitory offers 90 single beds and two rooms for couples. It was opened in early June and very quickly filled to capacity.
Procedures for Checking In
Members need to present their reservation slip and AMOSUP ID and/or Seaman’s Book at the counter for issuance of an application form which they need to fill out.
They then proceed to the building administrator for approval of their application form.
Members then go back to the counter for issuance of bed assignments including bedsheets, towels and pillow cases.
Members coming from destinations abroad can check in anytime provided they present their AMOSUP ID and seaman’s book.
Procedures for Checking In
Members need to present their reservation slip and AMOSUP ID and/or Seaman’s Book at the counter for issuance of an application form which they need to fill out.
They then proceed to the building administrator for approval of their application form.
Members then go back to the counter for issuance of bed assignments including bedsheets, towels and pillow cases.
Members coming from destinations abroad can check in anytime provided they present their AMOSUP ID and seaman’s book.
Where to apply:
You must secure all the requirements needed, then file them at the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA), located at the PPL Bldg., 1000 U.N. Ave. cor San Marcelino, Manila.
REQUIREMENTS:
Transcript of Record (High School TOR for High School Graduates) (College TOR for College Graduates)
School Diploma (High School Diploma for High School Graduates ) (College Diploma for College Graduates)
Certificate of Authentication and Verification (CAV)
Certified True Copy of Birth Certificate
NBI Clearance - visa seaman
2 pcs Passport size colored picture with white background
Basic Safety Course Certificate
You must secure all the requirements needed, then file them at the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA), located at the PPL Bldg., 1000 U.N. Ave. cor San Marcelino, Manila.
REQUIREMENTS:
Transcript of Record (High School TOR for High School Graduates) (College TOR for College Graduates)
School Diploma (High School Diploma for High School Graduates ) (College Diploma for College Graduates)
Certificate of Authentication and Verification (CAV)
Certified True Copy of Birth Certificate
NBI Clearance - visa seaman
2 pcs Passport size colored picture with white background
Basic Safety Course Certificate
Additional information here at these links to click
Pay less for your Passport and Seaman’s book http://pinoymaritime.com/blog/2008/05/pay-less-for-your-passport-and-seamans-book/
