Seafarer Medical Requirements in Denmark
In Denmark, the Danish Maritime Authority (Søfartsstyrelsen) is responsible for seafarer certification, including the rules on seafarers' health certificates.
This record has not yet been fully checked against the official source. Requirements change — always confirm with the maritime authority before your examination.
Applicable standards
Danish rules implementing MLC, 2006 and STCW set the health requirements for seafarers on Danish ships. Check the Danish Maritime Authority's website for the current executive order and guidance.
Examination information
Confirm with the Danish Maritime Authority which doctors may carry out the examination and which forms are used.
Approved / authorized medical examiners
Check the Danish Maritime Authority for recognised examining doctors in Denmark and abroad.
Medical certificate
International minimums (MLC, 2006 Standard A1.2 and STCW Regulation I/9) cap medical certificates at two years (one year for seafarers under 18) and colour-vision certification at six years. National rules may be stricter.
Vision
See Danish Maritime Authority guidance for eyesight and colour-vision requirements.
Hearing
See Danish Maritime Authority guidance for hearing requirements.
Renewal
Renew before expiry in line with Danish rules.
Sources
- Danish Maritime Authority — Danish Maritime Authority — seafarers (opens in a new tab)
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