Health at Sea

• 1. What happens if the validity period of the medical certificate of seaworthiness expires during an international voyage?

  Category: Issues regarding the unique COVID-19 situation > Subject: Health at Sea

  In the case of crew members on board international seagoing ships, if the validity period of the certificate expires during a voyage, the certificate shall remain valid until the date of arrival at the next port of call where the seafarer concerned can obtain a medical certificate issued by a medical practitioner of the Social Marine Institute, provided that this extension of validity does not exceed three months.

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• 2. How can a prior appointment for a medical examination for sea service be requested?

  Category: Issues regarding the unique COVID-19 situation > Subject: Health at Sea

  Appointments can be made by telephone at the Health at Sea Centres or online, through the Social Security e-Office.
  

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• 3. How can I request the revision of the mandatory on-board medical kit(s)?

  Category: Issues regarding the unique COVID-19 situation > Subject: Health at Sea

  This review can be requested through the Electronic Register of the Social Security e-Office, attaching the corresponding documentation. They will be processed electronically.
  

  
  

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