Certification requirements, applications, and compliance for
seafarers operating in Papua New Guinea
Access mandatory certifications, proficiency documentation, and ongoing professional endorsements.
Official certification of professional competency required to operate vessels under PNG regulations.
Specialized proficiency and safety training certifications for designated maritime duties.
Mandatory medical fitness and health verification for all active operating seafarers.
Applications for foreign certificate recognition, level upgrades, and operational endorsements.
Follow this standard workflow to submit applications for certification, renewal, or upgrade.
Official updates and advisories.
Regulatory framework and laws.
Guidelines and documentation.
Begin your application or renewal process using official NMSA forms and guidelines.
Direct your enquiry to the appropriate NMSA team for the fastest resolution.
PNG Ship Register, registration applications, and ownership transfers.
General registration enquiries
Inspections, port state control, certification, and safety compliance matters.
PSC, SMC, and safety certificates
Non-emergency maritime incident submissions and reporting (non-urgent).
Submit incident reports and follow-ups
24/7 Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre. For emergencies at sea.
Primary emergency line
International distress frequencies
