摘要: |
The National Maritime Center (NMC) receives more than 50,000 applications annually for Merchant Mariner Credentials (MMCs) from mariners. On average, more than 50% of these applications are incomplete or missing information, which cause delays in processing for mariners. A total of 66,796 "awaiting information" (AI) reasons were issued in 2021 for MMC applications. Many of these contain multiple AI reasons. The five top AI reasons are: (1) Certificates and documents are missing or incorrect 1.Missing training/qualification certificates or proof of citizenship. (2) Unacceptable certificates or documents. 1.Suspended or revoked driver's licenses. 2.Incomplete/incorrect application 3.Signature and date problems. 4.Checkboxes on application not completed. 5.Oath not taken or missing signatures. 6.Application unclear regarding which credential is sought. |