Requirements
Citizenship Requirements
- Master: Must have U.S. Citizenship
- OUPV: Must be an Alien admitted for permanent residence or have U.S. Citizenship
Minimum Age Required
- Master: 18 Years
- OUPV: 18 Years (unless OCMI approval states otherwise)
Medical Certificate Requirements
- Original – Must hold a valid Medical Certificate or be approved for Medical Certificate.
- Renewal, ROG, New Endorsement – Must hold an unexpired Medical Certificate or submit a Medical Certificate application.
Drug Testing Requirements
Must be Drug Testing Compliant
Fee Requirements
Mariner Fees must be paid
- Note: No-fee MMC for certain applicants if Charitable in nature; Not for profit and Youth oriented. This should be documented in the OCMI approval.
Exams
- Course completion certificate in lieu of Master or OUPV examination, OR
- Examination
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