Global Star Rating System for Services

Apply for Seafarer's Discharge Book (SDB)

Apply for Seafarer's Discharge Book (SDB)

About the Service

This service allows customers to issue a seaman book / discharge book for seafarers working on commercial ships.

Required Documents

The required documents issued by approved authorities require a stamp, taking into consideration that the digital stamp is acceptable.

  • A copy of the passport / family book / UAE identity card

  • A copy of the seafarer certificates as applicable

  • Medical fitness certificate

  • Maritime safety certificate

  • A letter from the operating company

  • Personal Photograph

Service Process

  • 1

    Application's Submission

  • 2

    Application Review

  • 3

    Payment of the fees

  • 4

    Transaction delivery

Expected Time

  • 2 working days

Service Fees

  • 300 AED

Target Audience

  • Individuals (Citizen, Resident, Old Citizen, People of Determination)
  • Business Sector

Service Channels

  • Happiness Service Centers: According to the service center working hours
  • Website: 24/7

User guide

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

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  • Number of users

  • Number of transactions

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  • Service Code:

    MOEI-10096

  • Service Type:

    G2B , G2C

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