The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) will open more than 3,000 additional appointment slots in December 2026 to accommodate more seafarers applying for their Seafarers Identity Document (SID), Seafarers Record Book (SRB), or both.

According to a report by RH Tina Nolasco, MARINA said it would make an additional 235 slots available daily at its central and regional offices on Dec. 1-4, 7, 9-11 and 14-18.

The expanded schedule aims to give more applicants the opportunity to secure appointments and process their documents on their preferred dates.

Seafarers may book appointments through the SID/SRB Online Appointment System, which is accessible via the eGovPH app.

MARINA urged seafarers to take advantage of the additional schedules and ensure they have confirmed appointments before visiting its offices.