Discharge book

The recording is done on via Self-service

Here, you can read more about seagoing service and find guidelines about how to record your seagoing service.

Danish seafarers are not required to have a discharge book. However, the Danish Maritime Authority recommends that you use a discharge book to document your seagoing service.

As a seafarer, you are responsible for documenting your seagoing service. You are also obliged to ensure that the discharge book has been filled in correctly by the master.

Seagoing service can also be documented by a "fartstidserklæring", which you can download from our self-service and app.

You apply online for a discharge book. When you apply online, you must have your NemID and credit card at hand. The following must be attached to your application:

• A copy of the photo page of your passport, driver's license or most recently filled in discharge book.
• A life-like photo against a uniform background. The photo must be in accordance with the passport regulations.
  • In our app, My Maritime, you can take a picture of yourself and attach to your profile.

Apply for a discharge book

Discharge books are issued at a fee of DKK 625. You should expect to receive your discharge book by mail within a week. You can choose an alternative address of delivery in the application.

If you have lost your discharge book, you can order a new one online, but unfortunately the Danish Maritime Authority cannot insert your previously completed seagoing service in your new discharge book.