Apply for Seafarer's Discharge Book (SDB)

This service allows customers to issue a seaman book / discharge book for seafarers working on commercial ships.

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Service Process

Expected Time

2 working days

Service Fees

300 AED

Payment Methods

MOEI Payment Gateway

  1. Credit Card
  2. Apple Pay
  3. Samsung Pay
  4. Google Pay
  5. Bank Transfer
Service Channels
  1. Happiness Service Centers: According to the service center working hours
  2. Website: 24/7
  3. Smart App: 24/7
Target Audience
  1. Individuals: UAE National, resident, Senior UAE National /Seniors, Special Needs
  2. Business: Companies
Service Type

G2B , G2C

User guide
  • Please check the user guide (PDF) for using the system in order to apply for the service.
  • Download

Required Documents

The required documents issued by approved authorities require a stamp, taking into consideration that the digital stamp is acceptable.
  1. A copy of the passport

  2. A copy of the seafarer certificates as applicable

  3. Medical fitness certificate

  4. Maritime safety certificate

  5. A letter from the operating company

  6. Personal Photograph

Having trouble?

customer.happiness@moei.gov.ae 8006634

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