Mandatory2 years (1 year if over 55)

Seafarer Medical Certificate (ISM)

Mandatory medical examination for professional seafarers. Issued free of charge by the Instituto Social de la Marina (ISM). Includes physical exam, vision, hearing, ECG, spirometry and blood tests. Required for the maritime service book.

Duration

1 day (appointment at ISM centre)

Price

Gratuito (ISM)

Format

In-person

Renewal

2 years (1 year if over 55)

Course Content

General physical examination

Vision and hearing tests

Electrocardiogram (ECG)

Spirometry (lung capacity)

Blood and urine analysis

Required for these positions

Skipper Harbour Skipper Coastal Skipper Deck Officer Bridge Officer Bosun Deckhand Harbour Deckhand Chef Chief Stewardess Stewardess Deck-Stew Engineer Chief Engineer Engineer Officer Yacht Carpenter

Free through ISM

The medical certificate is issued free of charge by the Instituto Social de la Marina (ISM). Book an appointment at your nearest ISM centre. Bring your ID and STCW certificate.

Other mandatory certificates

Basic Safety Training (STCW)

70 hours (45 theory + 25 practical)·400 – 700€

Initial Medical Training (FSI)

22 hours (11 theory + 11 practical)·300 – 450€

Restricted Radio Operator (GMDSS ROC)

40 hours (15 theory + 25 practical)·600 – 700€

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