STCW RECOGNITION & ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
The 1978 STCW Convention requires all Parties to establish procedures for recognizing STCW certificates issued by other Parties, ensuring that all officers and ratings serving onboard a vessel hold properly recognized and endorsed qualifications. Regulation I/10 specifically requires SKANReg to ensure that such recognition procedures are in place. Records of issued endorsements, completed training, qualifications, and sea service are maintained in the CDC and apply to all shipboard personnel, including ratings.
Seafarers applying for a Comoros Maritime Certificate of Endorsements or CDC using certificates issued by or under the authority of a non-Party to the STCW Convention will not be recognized.
STCW APPLICATIONS
The following applications are available by submission to the Registrar or can be downloaded from this page. Examples of correctly completed application forms are provided to assist applicants. Incorrectly completed forms may result in delays or rejection.
Service provider registration process
Steps to Register
Review registration requirements
Download and review the applicable registration procedures and eligibility requirements relevant to the vessel type and intended registration.
Complete the required application forms
Prepare and complete the prescribed application forms together with all supporting documentation required for registration.
Submit documentation for review
Submit the completed application and supporting documents to the Comoros Maritime Administration, an authorized maritime registrar, or an approved service provider for assessment and approval.