1. Your CDN number. If you don't have one, you can apply for one through Transport Canada. More information is available via this link: 2. A piece of government issued photo ID. 3. A previous Marine Medical Certificate, if you have one. This includes any restrictions you may have had in the past. 4. A list of any medications you are taking. 5. Knowledge of your past medical history. 6. Prescription eye glasses or contact lenses, if you have them. We will need to test you vision without corrective lenses. 7. Any supportive documentation you feel would be helpful to submit with your application (optometry reports, specialist reports, etc)

The cost of a marine medical examination is not covered by MSP. However, if your employer covers the expense, we offer direct billing and will also provide you with an invoice. Our clinic offers competitive pricing, with Transport Canada medical examinations priced at $275.00 + GST per assessment. We accept all forms of payment, including bank e-transfer and major debit & credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express) For specific requirements related to Royal Caribbean Cruise Line (RCL), please refer to the RCL section of our website. For other non-Transport Canada examinations, please contact us directly for a quote, as fees vary depending on the specific forms and examinations required. Please send us a copy of the required forms to be completed so we can provide an accurate estimate.

We will conduct a comprehensive assessment of your overall health, examine for any pre-existing medical conditions, and establish a medical baseline for continuous monitoring. This involves analyzing a urine sample, testing uncorrected visual acuity and color perception, as well as conducting a pertinent physical examination. Additionally, you might be required to fill out medical questionnaires during the process.

If a health abnormality is identified that could impact safe duties at sea, additional clarification and supporting documentation from your treating physician or specialist will be required to determine medical fitness for sea service. This requirement is mandated to ensure your safety and the safety of others.

A CDN Number is required if you are applying for a certificate issued by Transport Canada. You do not need to be a Canadian citizen to obtain a CDN number. This number is only necessary for certificates processed through Transport Canada. For information on obtaining a CDN Number, click here. (https://tc.canada.ca/en/marine-transportation/marine-safety/ship-safety-bulletins/streamlined-application-process-candidate-document-number-cdn-ssb-no-02-2016)

Approval timelines are case-dependent and vary based on the examination findings and whether any medical issues are identified. If your examination is normal and you are deemed medically fit, your application is typically approved immediately once submitted online, and you will be issued a provisional certificate valid for up to six months from the date of examination.

Visit the Transport Canada website here.(https://tc.canada.ca/en/marine-transportation/seafarer-certification) For a list of local Transport Canada Marine Safety Services (TMCSS) offices, click here.(https://tc.canada.ca/en/corporate-services/regions/pacific-region)

Upon passing the medical examination, you'll receive a provisional Marine Medical Certificate valid for 6 months. This allows you to start working while Transport Canada makes a final decision on your full Marine Medical Certification. The final certificate's validity depends on two factors: • Your health: If you're deemed "fit with limitations," the certificate's validity may be shorter than usual. • Voyage type: Certificates for domestic voyages are typically valid for up to 5 years, while international voyages, outside Canada, may have a 2-year validity period. Transport Canada will assess your medical information and determine the final validity period based on these criteria. You can find more information here(https://tc.canada.ca/en/marine-transportation/marine-safety/ship-safety-bulletins/implementation-extended-certificate-validity-marine-medical-certificates-voyages-domestic-waters-ssb-no-05-2022)

Canada is a country whose Transport Canada Seafarer Medical Certificates are accepted as Equivalent to the UK Seafarer Medical Certificate (ENG 1).

No. You do not need to be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident to undergo the medical examination with Transport Canada or to be issued a CDN number.