Apply In-Person:

1. To Apply for Boat License, the applicant has to approach the Port Captaincies and Maritime Affairs Unit link
2. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
3. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
6. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
7. Also, the applicant has to complete the training.
8. These courses typically cover topics such as navigation rules, safety equipment, and emergency procedures.
9. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
10. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
11. Then the application will be processed further. All the updates on the application status will be sent via SMS to the applicant’s mobile number.
12. Once the process gets completed, the applicant gets a call from the office regarding the application.
13. Depending on the type of boat license, the applicant may need to pass written exams or undergo inspections of the boat to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
14. These exams or inspections may include demonstrating your knowledge of navigation rules, safety equipment, and operational procedures.
15. If your application is approved, you will be issued a Boat License.
16. The license will indicate your authorization to legally operate the specific type of boat in Mexican waters and may include any restrictions or conditions that apply.
17. This entire process can be completed within 15 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

• Application form
• Valid identification document (e.g., passport, national ID card).
• Proof of legal residence or legal presence in Mexico (for non-Mexican citizens).
• Proof of ownership or registration of the boat.
• Proof of completion of any required boating safety courses or training programs.
• Completed application form (provided by the licensing authority).
• Any other documents specified by the local maritime authority.

Port Captaincies and Maritime Affairs Unit
Av. Heroica Naval Military School, 669
Presidentes Ejidales, 2/da. Section 04470 Mexico City
Telephone: 5556246500
Citizen Service: 01800 62 74 621 DF and Metropolitan Area Ext.1842
Email - unicapam@semar.gob.mx
Contact link

• Any individual who is above the age of 18 and completed the training is eligible to make this application.

• The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.

Explain the time until which the certificate/document is valid.
e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Please attach documents that can be used by people. e.g. links

Please attach sample completed documents that would help other people.

• This entire process can be completed within 15 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

Videos explaining the procedure or to fill the applications.
Attach videos using the following tag <&video type='website'>video ID|width|height<&/video&> from external websites.
Please remove the '&' inside the tags during implementation.
Website = allocine, blip, dailymotion, facebook, gametrailers, googlevideo, html5, metacafe, myspace, revver,
sevenload, viddler, vimeo, youku, youtube
width = 560, height = 340, Video ID = Can be obtained from the URL of webpage where the video is displayed.
e.g In the following url 'http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y0US7oR_t3M' Video ID is 'Y0US7oR_t3M'.

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

• Name
• Surname
• Address
• ZIP code
• Date of Birth
• Gender
• Mobile number
• Fax
• Email
• Parents name
• Nationality
• Education details
• Mailing address
• Other details
• Declaration
• Date
• Signature

• In Mexico, a Boat License (Licencia de Navegación) is an official document that grants the holder authorization to operate a boat or watercraft in Mexican waters.
• It serves as proof that the license holder has met the necessary requirements and demonstrated the knowledge and skills to navigate a boat safely and in compliance with maritime laws and regulations.

• The Boat License is specific to the operation of boats and watercraft and signifies that the license holder has passed the required examinations and met the eligibility criteria set by the issuing authority.
• It indicates that the license holder possesses the necessary knowledge of navigation rules, safety procedures, and maritime regulations to ensure safe boating practices.

Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

Link

• The license contains important information, including the license holder's name, photograph, identification number, and expiration date.
• It may also include any endorsements or restrictions specific to the type of watercraft being operated, such as limitations on the size or horsepower of the boat.