Apply for a pilot certificate

Here you can apply for a pilot certificate and attach the required documentation.

How to

  • Fill in all mandatory fields in the application form for a pilot certificate.
  • Attach required documentation for sailing frequency as pilot trainee (executive order annex 3).
  • If a photo was included in your application form for pilot trainee ID card, the photo is stored in the Danish Maritime Authority's database and upload is not required.
  • If a signature was included in your application form for pilot trainee ID card, the signature is stored in the Danish Maritime Authority's database and upload is not required.
  • The Danish Maritime Authority will consider the application when the application form including sufficient documentation has been received.
  • When the application has been approved, time and place for an aptitude test can be arranged.
  • When you have passed the aptitude test, the Danish Maritime Authority will issue a pilot certificate.
  • The certificate will be forwarded to the pilotage service provider by whom the pilot is employed for the pilotage service provider's further action.
  • An invoice is forwarded to the pilotage service provider employing the applicant.

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