
T&M GROUPS – Seafarer Support | Visa & Flag Services | Vessel Registration | Marine Supply
May 27, 2025 at 06:41 AM
PANAMA MEDICAL CERTIFICATE
Seafarers, Did You Know?
To join a Panama-flagged vessel, you must hold a valid Panama Maritime Medical Certificate approved by the Panama Maritime Authority (PMA)!
Here’s everything you need to know:
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What is Panama Medical Certificate?
This certificate confirms that you are medically fit to serve onboard Panama-registered vessels.
It is issued by DG Shipping-approved and PMA-authorized doctors and is a mandatory requirement for all Panama CDC, COE, and endorsement applicants.
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Why is it Important?
✅ Mandatory for Panama CDC, COE, and Endorsements
✅ Validates fitness to work in marine environments
✅ Required under MLC 2006 & STCW standards
✅ Ensures safety of life at sea (SOLAS compliance)
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Charges (USD):
Panama Medical Certificate: 💰 $40
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Processing Time ⏱️
Same-Day Issuance:
Medicals are completed and certificate is issued on the same day
Validity: 2 years
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Documents Required 📑
Passport 🛂
Passport-size Photo 🖼️
Basic STCW Course Certificate (if available)
Any existing CDC/COE (if applicable)
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Who Needs It?
Ratings and Officers applying for Panama CDC or COE
Any seafarer submitting for SDSD, COP, Cook Endorsement
New applicants joining Panama-flagged vessels
Revalidation or renewal candidates
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Why T&M GROUPS | Samudra Nagari?
Medical by PMA-authorized doctors
Affordable, fast-track medical scheduling
Integrated with documentation services (CDC/COE/COP)
Same-day report and digital certificate sharing
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Contact Us Today
📞 +91 9076661471
✉️ [email protected]
🌐 www.tandmgroups.com
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