Great news for active members of the United States uniformed services! As of November 4, 2024, you’ll be exempt from paying Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) fees for: the evaluation of an MMC application the administration of an examination required for an MMC endorsement the issuance of an MMC The MMC fee exemption applies to original...Read More

The U.S. Coast Guard announced a new merchant mariner credential (MMC) that launched on March 1, 2024.  This milestone marks the first comprehensive revision of the mariner credential in nearly a decade and is strategically designed to enhance both the quality of service and security within the Marine Transportation System (MTS). As the exclusive source...Read More