Seafarer Medical Requirements in Netherlands
In the Netherlands, seafarer certification falls under the Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management, with supervision by the Human Environment and Transport Inspectorate (ILT). Medical examinations are performed by designated examining doctors.
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
Dutch regulations implement the MLC, 2006 and STCW requirements for seafarers on Dutch ships. Check ILT and government sources for the current rules.
Examination information
Examinations are carried out by examining doctors designated under Dutch rules. Confirm current arrangements with ILT.
Approved / authorized medical examiners
Check ILT for how to find a designated examining doctor (keuringsarts) for seafarers.
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 Dutch rules for eyesight and colour-vision requirements.
Hearing
See Dutch rules for hearing requirements.
Renewal
Renew with a designated examining doctor before expiry.
Sources
- Human Environment and Transport Inspectorate (ILT) — ILT — shipping (opens in a new tab)
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