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Apply for Certificate of Competency (CoC)

This service allows customers to issue the certificate of competency and endorsement for seafarers working on commercial ships.

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How to apply

At a glance

Processing time
Apply for Certificate of Competency (CoC)one day
Fees
  • Apply for Certificate of Competency (CoC) — AED 500
    Fee type: Federal · Payment: wallet, cards, bank transfer

Payment methods

MOEI Payment Gateway

  1. Credit Card
  2. Apple Pay
  3. Samsung Pay
  4. Google Pay
  5. Bank Transfer
Where to get this service
  1. Customer Happiness Center - Fujairah
  2. Customer Happiness Center - RAS Al Khaima
  3. Customer Happiness Center - Dubai
  4. Ministry of Energy & Infrastructure Website
  5. Ministry of Energy & Infra(MOEI)
  6. Service delivery window - Alhamriyah
  7. Service delivery window - Ajman
  8. Customer Happiness Center- Al Mina
Partners

Dubai Maritime Authority

User guide

Please check the user guide (PDF) for using the system in order to apply for the service.

Service type
Procedural
Sector
Maritime

Frequently asked questions

Required documents

  1. A copy of the passport
  2. Medical fitness certificate
  3. Certificate of Completion of Maritime Education
  4. A copy of the seafarer's register and marine service certificates
  5. Marine Safety Certificates
  6. Notice of eligibility after passing the administration exam
  7. Peraonal Photograph

Need help with this service?

info@moei.gov.ae800 6634

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Last updated: 7 September 2026