Applicants for a seaman’s visa must be employed in any capacity on board a vessel, and seeking to enter the Philippines solely in pursuit of his/her calling as a seaman, with the intention of departing with the vessel or reshipping on other vessel that is bound for a foreign port or place or one coming to the Philippines to join a vessel in this country.
Requirements:
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- Passport valid for at least six (6) months beyond the intended period of stay in the Philippines;
- Valid Seaman’s Book or Certificate of Competence;
- Duly accomplishedVisa application form;
- Photo 4x4 taken within 6 months on the date of application with white a background, pasted in the designated box in the application form;
- Sponsorship letter from the shipping company or authorized agent; and
- Visa fee of US$ 20.00 (non-refundable), payable in cash and in dollars only.
