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Request for Pilot Exemption Certificate
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Request for Pilot Exemption Certificate
Through this service, Pilot Exemption Certificate (PEC) can be issued for the vessel masters in the commercial Ports and Musaffah Channel. This certificate enables masters with vessels that requires compulsory pilotage to enter the Port without the pilot from AD Ports Group through certain undertaking requirements from vessel master and owner to Port Authority.
Steps to Follow
STEP01
SUBMIT APPLICATION
Customer submits a request for pilot exemption certificate along with the required documents.
STEP02
APPLICATION REVIEWED
If the vessel master meets the requirements, the customer is informed to undergo the oral and practical exams.
STEP03
RECEIVE RESPONSE
If the master has passed the examination, the certificate is issued and can be collected upon paying the fees.
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STEPSRequired Documents
A completed application form (Annex 1)
Masters’ Certificate of Competency
Copy of the Vessel's Certificate of Registry
Seaman’s book or other proof of sea service
Proof of Identity (UAE ID or Passport Copy)
Medical fitness certificate
Piloting attendance form (Annex 2)
A letter from the ship’s agent confirming the applicant’s request and undertaking to pay the fee.
Musaffah Familiarization Certificate (MFC) Simulator Training- as applicable.
Additional Information
| Service Charges | Masters holding a PEC for Khalifa Port, Zayed Port, Free Ports, Musaffah Channel and Al Dhafra Region Ports but not taking a licensed pilot) will be charged at AED 2000 per vessel per movement. |
| Customer Types | Businesses |
| The Number of Visits Required | 2 |
| Number of Interactions to Obtain the Service | 3 |
| Link to Other Services Within the Entity | Specialised Marine Training Request |
| Service Output | Pilot Exemption Certificate |
Charges List
| Please refer to the Tariff of SAFEEN Marine Services for more details: https://www.safeen.ae/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Tariff-of-SAFEEN-Services-2022.pdf | ||||
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