Ukrainian seafarers may now apply for electronic certificates
The general extension of expired Ukranian certificates ended at the end of 2023. Ukranian seafarers may now apply for certificates electronically, and are no longer required to visit the Ukranian Maritime Authoritys office.
CERTIFICATE: The general extension given by Ukrainian Maritime Authority (Marad), valid from 13 March 2020, expired on 31 December.
Marad has now introduced a new solution, allowing seafarers to apply for certificates electronically. It is no longer mandatory for Ukrainian seafarers to meet in person at the Marad office to collect the certificate.