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USCG Captain’s License Application Process

The following is a list of all requirements with links of items to submit to the USCG to apply for a Captain’s License.

(This is only a guide and requirements are subject to change at any time without notice)

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• ($145 for original, $95 for renewal)

  • Credential Category: “Officer Endorsements Only”

  • Type of Endorsement: “Original Officer Endorsement: $100” (For renewal apps: “Officer Renewal: $50”)

  • Examination/Testing Fees: “Course in Lieu of Exam: $0”

  • Issuance Fees: “Pay MMC Issuance fee now: $45”

• Can be completed by any Doctor or Physician.

  • (410) 280-9500 - Medical and Drug Test

  • (410) 956-6800 - Medical and Drug Test

  • (410) 268-3627 - Medical only

• signed by certified Medical Review Officer. Or letter of compliance in random testing program.
  Must be ordered by Certified MRO and have paperwork in hand prior to going to the testing lab!
  Can be ordered from

• Photocopy of Proof of Citizenship* (Passport or Birth Certificate)
  For Renewal include a copy of your License

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  Military: Officer Fit Reps or history of assignments.
  For time on your own boat also include proof of ownership: a copy of the title, registration card, or documentation certificate.

• Photocopies of Course Completion Certificates:

  • Master or OUPV Certificate* (For renewal: License Renewal Course Certificate in lieu of add’l sea time)

  • First Aid/CPR with AED course certificate* (completed within one year from an approved provider)

  • Assistance Towing Course Certificate* (if applicable)

  • Auxiliary Sail Endorsement Course Certificate* (if applicable - Master only)

Submit all Items to local by mail, in person, or by following
* Items with asterisk are not required for Renewal (with no modifications to License type)