Ship Station Operator's Certificate of Competency

Apply for Ship Station Operator’s Certificate of Competency

Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA)

For Individual Users only

This licence is only for individuals with no Unique Entity Number (UEN).

Application Details

You should apply for a Ship Station Operator’s Certificate of Competency if you wish to operate all the sub-systems and equipment of Global Maritime Distress and Safety Systems on board a Singapore registered ship:

General Operator’s Certificate (GOC)
Restricted Operator’s Certificate (ROC)

You require a General Operator's Certificate of Competency (GOC) if you intend to operate maritime radio-communication equipment (such as the Global Maritime Distress and Safety Systems (GMDSS)) installed on board a Singapore registered ship, and within and outside of Sea Area A1

For more information on the General Operator’s Certificate of Competency, please access https://iris.imda.gov.sg/application/general-operator’s-certificate-of-competency.

You require a Restricted Operator's Certificate of Competency (ROC) if you intend to operate maritime radio-communication equipment (such as the Global Maritime Distress and Safety Systems (GMDSS)) installed on board a Singapore registered ship, and ONLY within Sea Area A1

For more information on the Restricted Operator’s Certificate of Competency, please access https://iris.imda.gov.sg/application/restricted-operator’s-certificate-of-competency.

FAQs

What is the validity of the licence?
5 years
What documents are required for revalidation application?
- Medical fitness certificate
- Passport photograph
- Sea service record or company letter if you are working ashore

Additional Information

Fee
$10.00. GST is not applicable.

Documents Needed

Medical fitness certificate
Medical fitness certificate
Passport photograph
Passport photograph
Certificate of Examination
Certificate of Examination
Statutory Declaration
Statutory Declaration