Panama informs on the new stamp in the Seaman's Book

The Panama Maritime Authority issued a merchant marine circular informing about the new stamp in the Seaman's Book.

This merchant marine circular was issued on 1 May 2023.

Panama's Maritime Administration has introduced a new stamp in the Seaman's Book, affirming adherence to international maritime standards.

The stamp, issued through the Seafarers Automated Application System, confirms compliance with the ILO Convention 108 and 1978 STCW Convention, amended.

It signifies Panama's commitment to authenticity and reliability of seafarers' identity documents.

Authorized entities will affix the stamp at no cost in the "Observations" section.

For more information, please see the document below (available only to subscribers):

New Stamp in the Seaman's Book that Ratifies that the Republic of Panama Accomplishes with the Convention 108 of the ILO and the Article VI of the 1978 STCW Convention, Amended

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