About Credentialing and Consulting Services
At the Maritime Institute, we understand the importance of obtaining your first and efficiently renewing your USCG license. That's why we're proud to partner with MM-SEAS USCG Licensing Software to make your USCG license process simple. Whether you are applying for a QMED, OUPV, Able Seafarer or captain’s license, the user-friendly platform guides you through every step, ensuring a smooth and error-free application.
MM-SEAS PRO for each Maritime Institute Student
MM-SEAS PRO gives you full access to MM-SEAS USCG Licensing Software Licensing experts for live Merchant Mariner Credentialing answers and advice. Plus you get access to features in the software reserved for MM-SEAS PRO members only.
Maritime Institute students receive one year of MM-SEAS PRO from MM-SEAS USCG Licensing Software for free ensuring that you can quickly turn your course certificate into a new MMC.
Simplify Each Step of your USCG License Application Process with MM-SEAS
- Sea Service Requirements Met? The software calculates your sea days for your entire life. Work with MM-SEAS licensing experts to give you insight on what you qualify for based on your experience.
- Coast Guard Approved Training: Use the license guidance area inside of MM-SEAS and your MM-SEAS PRO benefit from Maritime Institute to decipher what USCG Approved Courses you need to take for each License and Endorsement. Today, Maritime Institute offers over 100 U.S. Coast Guard, and U.S. Navy approved courses in Norfolk (VA), San Diego (CA), Honolulu (HI), Everett and Edmonds (WA), and Alameda (CA), and continues to provide exportable training throughout the United States and Pacific Rim.
- Drug Testing: Provide drug test documentation from the past 185 days using any of the accepted methods. MM-SEAS tracks your deadlines to ensure timely submission.
- Hold a Valid TWIC or Have Recent Evidence of Applying: Obtain your Transportation Worker Identification Credential, TWIC.
- Sea Service Documentation: For vessels under 200 GRT, create digital CG-719S forms (Small Vessel Sea Service) directly in MM-SEAS. The software ensures accuracy and proper formatting for a smooth application process.
- Own your vessel? Create and sign your forms digitally.
- Sea time on other vessels? Have them sign your forms electronically within MM-SEAS.
- Already have signed CG-719S forms, letters, or military service documents? Upload them easily.
- Coast Guard Medical Exam: A valid medical certificate is necessary to obtain your license. Any qualified US medical professional can complete the CG-719K form, which is submitted separately to medaip@uscg.mil.
- Verification of Identity: Include a copy of your unexpired Passport or Birth Certificate to verify that you are a US Citizen.
- Complete the CG-719B Application Form: Your MM-SEAS profile ensures the CG-719B is filled out correctly and is easy for the USCG to read.
- Coast Guard Fees: These are typically paid through pay.gov. If you use MM-SEAS USCG Licensing Software to submit your application for you it costs $349 for a "perfect application", which covers all federal fees, regardless of the amount that the MM-SEAS licensing experts will pay behind the scenes.
$349 MM-SEAS Stress Free MMC Application Submission
After you have completed your MM-SEAS checklist, for $349 – including your Coast Guard fees – the MM-SEAS team of credentialing experts will meticulously review your application to ensure it's perfect, track it from start to finish, and handle all the communication and paperwork with the Coast Guard for you if any problems come up.
Focus on the Water, Not USCG License Paperwork
With MM-SEAS, you can ditch the stress of USCG license paperwork. Their user-friendly platform guides you through every step, ensuring a smooth and error-free application. Here's how they make the USCG license application process a breeze:
- Clear Instructions: No more confusion with USCG license renewal! MM-SEAS provides clear instructions to avoid common pitfalls.
- MM-SEAS PRO for Expert Help with USCG License Paperwork: Their dedicated team is always available to answer your USCG license questions.
- Seamless USCG License Application: Upload documents, track deadlines, and ensure a smooth USCG license application process.
- $349 MM-SEAS MMC Application Submission: USCG licensing experts review your USCG license application to ensure it's perfect, track it from start to finish, and handle all the communication and paperwork with the Coast Guard for you if any problems come up.
- Stress-Free USCG License Experience: Spend less time on USCG license paperwork and more time on the water doing what you love.
Ready to Simplify Your USCG License Process?
Obtain your USCG license with confidence. Create your free account with MM-SEAS USCG Licensing Software to have them handle the complexities of your USCG license paperwork for you! Make sure to tell them the Maritime Institute sent you!