Requirements for 9(C) Seaman Visa:
- Letter from employer or manning agency stating the vessel where the applicant will work and the Philippine port where the applicant will board the vessel. (Seamen are allowed to present a one-way plane ticket.)
- Notarized and duly accomplishednon-immigrant visa application (please see attached form)
- Electronic or machine-readable passport valid for at least six (6) months beyond authorized period of stay in the Philippines.
- One (1) recently taken colored photo 1.77″ x 1.37″ (3.5 cm x 4.5 cm), front view, with a white background; no eyeglasses or sleeveless attire. Digital photographs are not allowed.
- Payment of visa fee in cash or Australian Money Order payable to the Philippine Consulate General Melbourne.
- A self-addressed pre-paid stamped envelope, with tracking number, must be included when sending the application.
Visa (Seaman Visa) fees:
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a. Individual |
AUD 36.00 |
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b. Crew list visa of vessels with: Not more than forty (40) crew members |
AUD 180.00 |
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c. Crew list visa of vessels with: From 41-100 crew members |
AUD 270.00 |
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d. Crew list visa of vessels with: From 101-200 crew members |
AUD 360.00 |
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e. Crew list visa of vessels with: More than 200 crew members |
AUD 450.00 |
