Philippines•Asia9(c) Seafarer/Crew List Visa
At a Glance
Processing Time
7-14 days
Application Fee
30 USD
Stay Duration
Duration of vessel stay
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Visa for foreign nationals employed on vessels arriving at Philippine ports. Available for seafarers joining vessels, crew members on registered vessels, and maritime workers.
The 9(c) Seafarer or Crew List Visa is issued to foreign nationals who work on vessels arriving at Philippine ports. This includes individual seafarers joining vessels and crew list visas for multiple crew members of registered vessels. Applications can be made individually or collectively through authorized ship agents.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months beyond intended stay months
Education
None or higher
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid for at least 6 months beyond stay
Seafarer certificate
Maritime certification or documents
OptionalSponsor Documents
Vessel registration
Ship registration documents and IMO number
Captain authorization letter
Signed letter from vessel master or authorized agent
Crew list
Complete list of crew members with details
Port call information
Expected arrival and departure dates
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Advantages
- Streamlined application process for crew lists
- Can accommodate multiple crew members
- Fast processing available
- Clear documentation requirements
Considerations
- Limited to maritime work only
- Tied to vessel schedule
- No family or dependents
- Cannot transition to other visa types
Application Process
Prepare vessel documentation
Gather vessel registration and crew information
Submit via authorized agent
Submit through ship agent or directly to embassy
Provide crew documentation
Submit crew list and individual details
Pay processing fees
Pay applicable visa fees
Receive visa approval
Visa issued for crew list
Application Forms
Crew List Visa Application Form
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