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How can a foreigner obtain a Thai seaman's book?

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Samuel ********

asked Jul 22, 2024

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I’m an marine enthusiast,

Anyone have experience procuring a Thai seaman’s book?

Answer summary

The conversation discusses the process of obtaining a Thai seaman's book as a foreigner. It highlights that while foreigners can apply for the book, they typically need a letter from their employer confirming their employment on a Thai vessel, which may be challenging due to the prevalence of ships under foreign flags. Links to the relevant Thai authority's website are provided, along with anecdotal experiences from other users regarding seaman's books from different countries.

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Aslyman ***********

I think if you are working as a seafarer and the ship you are working on is owned by a thai, you can have one. Because i am a seafarer too.

2 years ago

Steven *******

I think they sell a lot of copies down Boyz Town 🙂

2 years ago

Florian ************

Interesting I have one from the Bahamas

2 years ago

Bob *******

The problem is, that foreigners need a letter from employer to confirm the seaman is sailing on a Thai vessel. As most ships fly a flag of convenience, this is rare. For Thais it seems to be pretty straightforward and they are quite fast issuing them. Usually the crew members go pick up the smb at the Bangkok office.

2 years ago

Michael ********

Have british one never thought about Thai one have captains license for small vessels though

2 years ago

Frank-Steven ***********

Ok. Looks like it is available for foreigners, too:

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2 years ago

John ****

You will find a lot of seamen in Thailand lol

2 years ago

Florian ************

@John ***

Really?

2 years ago

Frank-Steven ***********

Not sure if it would be available in Thailand as a foreigner (or if you would have to get it from authorities in your home country). Can't provide first hand experience. But here is a link for the respective Thai authority (maybe use Google Chrome translate):

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2 years ago