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)

• Completed Application Form (CG-719B)

• Oath Form (Notarized)*

• Copy of pay.gov receipt of payment to the National Maritime Center ($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”

• Medical Evaluation Report (CG-719K) Can be completed by any Doctor or Physician.

  • Annapolis Family Medicine (410) 280-9500 - Medical and Drug Test

  • First Medical of Annapolis (410) 956-6800 - Medical and Drug Test

  • West St. Medical (410) 268-3627 - Medical only

• Drug test Form (CG-719P) signed by certified Medical Review Officer. Or letter of compliance in random testing program.
  Can be ordered from The Maritime Consortium here.

• Photocopy of TWIC card*

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

• Documentation 360+ Days of Sea Service (Sea time Letter or Small Vessel Sea Service Forms (CG-719S),
  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 Regional Exam Center by mail, in person, or by following E-Submission Guidelines.
* Items with asterisk are not required for Renewal (with no modifications to License type)

USCG Forms list an expiration date of 03/2021, however these are still the most recent forms and are still being accepted