Top US Visa Interview Questions for Seafarers- With Answer Tips
A US visa interview is your ticket to the United States. If you’re an old time seaman who frequents there, the application can be very simple. However, if it’s your first time to take the C1-D visa, expect a stringent session. Thinking about the interview process...
The New POEA Eregistration Version 2 – Update for OFWs and Seafarers
Dubbed as eRegistration Version 2, POEA recently made a soft launch of their newest online platform for overseas workers. It aims to replace the old (well, not really) e-registration system we’re currently using. This eServices facility appears to be new as shown in...
Vetting Inspection Day and Our Swimming Pool is on Fire, Literally!
When I tell this story to my friends, I always receive the same reaction. Imagine having your own swimming pool burning in flames! You wouldn’t believe it yet you’ll laugh it off too knowing that this happenstance sounds too stupid for real. This is not a joke, by the...
How to Recover Your MARINA MISMO Account- Forgot Password, Email Address and SRN Number
If you're looking for solutions on how to recover your MARINA MISMO account,you've come to the right place. I had a friend who forgot his whole account information while on board. He was planning to re-validate his Certificates of Proficiency (COPs) and decided to...
Are Unmanned Ships Ready to Sail the Seven Seas And Replace Seafarers?
Today’s technology is unstoppable. The era of autonomous cars and remote-controlled planes is dawning upon us. Shipping is of no exemption as major players are developing unmanned ships. Very soon, these vessels will sail in the not too distant future. Why Replace...
Best Watched At Sea: 60 Shooting Stars an Hour Perseid Meteor Shower
Meteor showers are one of the most fascinating objects to see on the night sky. These swift, beautiful, fiery fireballs are often difficult to encounter unless one has the patience to see them. I feel you. Just one distraction could cost a lifetime of remorse. It’s a...
List of Cruise Ships Manning Agencies in the Philippines
As the demand for cruise ship jobs increase, so are scam companies acting as manning agents. Fortunately, this gimmick has come to their attention. Cruise companies worldwide tag well-known agencies in our country as their official hiring partners. I made a research...
Cadet Writes Open-letter to Seafarer-hopefuls, School Mgmt., MARINA and CHED
I recently received a message in my Facebook Page Seaman Memories from a cadet who is concerned about the future of his career. His school's Maritime Department is facing closure by MARINA and CHED due to compliance issues. Though an appeal has been made, further...
Seafarers- Heroes in Need of Saving Part 1
Much have change since I started out my sailing career way back September 2009. A few months more and I’ll be 10 years in this industry. Yet a few years longer and I’ll leave this pelagic life to the next generation of young, ambitious seadogs. Seafaring is not my...
Bonus and Extra Income Opportunities for Seafarers While On Board
Aside from the regular salary we receive every month, some ships provide extra income opportunities for their crew. People are motivated by money and these bonuses are a good way to boost their morale especially during inspections like the vetting process. But not all...
List of MARINA Regional Offices and Satellite Branches in the Philippines
Here is a list of MARINA Regional Offices and Satellite Branches where you can process your Seaman’s Book and Certificate of Proficiency (COP). Knowing the nearest MARINA Office in your area provides great advantage. You don't have to face the inconvenience of joining...
7 Different Ways Seafarers Send Extra Money to Their Families
Sending extra money from abroad is easier today than ten years ago especially if you are working on land. But when you’re a seafarer and your family needs extra cash, you may find it difficult to give them the money they need in the shortest time possible. Most seaman...
Learn From My Mistake: How I Failed My First US Visa Application as a Cadet
Seasoned seafarers know that having a C1/D US Visa is a huge plus on our employment. Most shipping agencies nowadays prefer to hire seafarers with Schengen Visa and US Visa. Both are very enticing to them especially the latter one. However, it is not always glorious...
MISMO COP Requirements from MARINA: Issuance, Revalidation and Replacement
Here are the complete requirements in applying for a Certificate of Proficiency (COP) using MARINA’s latest online application platform. MARINA’s Integrated Seafarers Management Online System or more commonly known as MISMO enables seafarers to submit their COP...
Ten Best Traditional Sailor Tattoo Designs and Their Meaning That are Slowly Dying Today
Long before the age of paper certificates, a sailor tattoo served as their proficiency and competency documents (COP and COC in modern era). While ours are printed on paper, theirs on the other hand, are marks of a lifetime. Traditional seamen look at their tattoos...
US Visa for Seafarers Application and Renewal Guide
A US Visa in your arsenal is like one of the infinity stones that can tame any company you’re applying. You can find many shipping agencies looking for seafarers with a valid C1/D Visa. Even when applying online, having this document is one of the surest way to get...
You Might be Spending too Much! Choosing the Right Seaman’s Boarding House for Your Budget
Seamen from different provinces always stay in boarding houses or seaman’s dormitories. When it comes to choosing a boarding house, I always go for the amenities in relation to the rate they charge. Experience tells me that expensive doesn’t always mean the best, and...
How I Availed FREE UNLIMITED Roaming Internet to 71 Countries Worldwide
Free roaming internet is something close to fantasy nowadays. It’s quite unbelievable if telecommunication networks provide you with this privilege. If such thing exists, it would be very useful for seamen. And its a discovery worth sharing for. We all know that...
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9 Easy Steps in Processing Your COP Using MISMO for FREE!
The MARINA Integrated Seafarers Management Online System or MISMO is now in full swing. All seafarers who need to process their theoretical exams, practical assessments, Certificate of Proficiency (COP) and Seaman’s Book (SIRB) are advised to complete the requirements...
Maritime Scholarships for College Students in the Philippines
Maritime scholarships is the best and surest way to start a career at sea. With more and more people entering the seafaring industry, its very hard for an average Joe with no backer to land his first international vessel. It would take him many years of hardships,...
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Posted by Seaman Memories on Tuesday, May 9, 2017
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"I wonder if the ocean smells different on the other side of the world."-J. A. Redmerski
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Impossible? Naaah, I'm a Seaman!Precision, and no margin for error.📷 @boat_aesthetics
Posted by Seaman Memories on Thursday, March 22, 2018