Want to go on a voyage, but there are no offers from crewing agencies?
Submit your CV, wait for a response, and get nothing?Sometimes it’s not a lack of vacancies, but how you present yourself to the employer. Even good experience can go unnoticed if your CV doesn’t grab the attention right away and your LinkedIn profile doesn’t portray you as a strong candidate. It’s important not just to […]
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SID and Discharge Book: What’s the Difference and Why Are Both Documents Needed?
Many seafarers have heard of the SID, but don’t always understand the difference from the Discharge Book. Although these documents are often issued together, they serve different functions. 🔹 SID — Seafarer’s Identity Document This is the International Seafarer’s Identity Document. It is used to:— confirm a seafarer’s identity;— facilitate border crossings and boarding;— confirm […]
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Having enough money in your bank account is no guarantee of getting a UK visa.
Many believe that the most important thing is to show a large sum in your bank account. But in practice, this is only one factor. 📌 When reviewing your application, your overall situation is assessed. It’s not just the availability of funds that matters, but also: Special attention is paid to your ties to your […]
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Why can the same experience give different results?
“I worked the same number of months on two different ships. Why is one experience suitable, but the second is not?” is one of the most common questions we hear from seafarers.Many people believe that only the number of months spent at sea is important for confirmation or assignment of a rank. But in practice, […]
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Top 4 Seafarer’s Passports for Ukrainians: Which One to Choose?
Many seafarers face two main challenges when applying for a Ukrainian seafarer’s passport: high cost and difficulties scheduling applications—lines are overloaded, and there are no available slots. That’s why we’ve compiled the 4 best options right now 👇 🇰🇳 St. Kitts and Nevis Seafarer’s Identity DocumentOne of the fastest options for those with a contract […]
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