To enable customers to apply and pay online to obtain an ‘A’ or ‘B’ class Master’s Licence to operate a vessel in The Bahamas.
Current and prospective boat captains in The Bahamas.
- Click the Master's Licence Application form link found in the Application Form(s) section of this page.
- Complete and submit the application form with the supporting documents listed in the Supporting Documents section of this page.
- Follow email instructions on how to pay online using DigiPay platform.
- Contact Port Office at 322-8832 or portcustomerservice@bahamas.gov.bs for all inquiries
Master's Licence Application Form
New:
- Applicant’s Valid Identification
- Valid Medical Certificate
- Valid Standards of Training Certification and Watch Keeping (STCW)
- Valid Police Record
Renewal:
- Applicant’s Valid Identification
- Copy of Previous Licence
•For new applications: Up to 1 month •For renewal applications: 3-7 business days
Licence expires annually on December 31
Master’s Licence
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Fee
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‘A’ Class
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$50.00
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‘B’ Class
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$30.00
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For more information please contact
Port Department (Nassau)
Prince George Wharf
P.O. Box N-8175
Nassau, New Providence
The Bahamas
Tel. (242) 322-8832
E-mail: portcustomerservice@bahamas.gov.bs
Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, except public holidays.