Panama Flag Documentation

Panama Flag Documentation

All personnel aboard a vessel registered with the Panamanian Flag is required to have either a Full Term Panama Certificate of Competency (COC) or a Certificate of Endorsement (known as CoE, CRA, CDC) for a COC issued by another Flag-State, and a Panamanian Seaman Discharge Book.

The advantages of a Panama COC supersedes it’s liabilities. This is primarily because Panama has the largest fleet of ships registered in the world, and thus a Panamanian license is recognised globally.

Panama CDC is acceptable identification for seamen in any country. A CDC is the seaman’s book and if anyone wants to acquire this Certificate, they must undergo all the relevant Training Courses and come out successful. We can help people in getting Panama CDC and start their career in ships.

By acquiring the Panama Certificate of Competency, you give your profile the much needed credibility to work on board any of the 55-flagged ship / from other countries. Not only will this certification hone your maritime competencies, but also open multiple doors of opportunities in the dynamic Merchant Shipping Industry.

We, at the TMC Shipping, understand the essence of career advancement and the necessary tools required to make it happen. Undeniable assistance is provided to seafarers in obtaining the Full Term COC or a CoE, together with the Seaman Discharge Book. For further information regarding Panama COC or Panama COC upgradation, get in touch with TMC experts for professional guidance.

Documents required for Panama:

  • Panama CDC
  • Panama COC (Certificate Of Competency)
  • Panama COE (Certificate Of Endorsement)
  • Panama watch-keeping & panama gmdss
  • Requirements for the COC renewal deck & engine
  • COfficers (Management level / Operational level)


To know more about Panama Flag Documentations, contact TMC Shipping at:

Mobile : +91 94785 16693

Email Id: crew@tmcshipping.in