1/7/2026 Upcoming Launch: New Application Submission Portal and Redesigned Website The National Maritime Center (NMC) will officially launch its new online Application Submission and Additional Information Portal (ASAP) and redesigned website on Monday January 26, 2026. The transition to the new website will begin Friday, January 23, 2026, and users will experience a period of system unavailability during this transition. Please note this new functionality is not associated

Getting your USCG Captain’s License is one of the best ways to turn your boating experience into new opportunities—whether you want to run charters on the Chesapeake Bay, operate a water taxi, or simply improve your seamanship. If you’re in Maryland and preparing for the OUPV ("Six-Pack") or Master License, this guide walks you through everything you need to know. Why Get a Captain’s License in Maryland? Maryland offers one of the most active boating regions in the U.S. With

Fresh Off the Press: The Updated NMC Medical Certificate Application is Here! Good news for mariners! The National Maritime Center (NMC)...

National Maritime Center Now Accepting Electronically Signed Documents In keeping with our goal to continuously improve our services to...