Get Seafarers Vacation Application - The Seafarers International Union - Seafarers

Completing the Seafarers Vacation Application is essential for seafarers to receive their vacation benefits. This guide will provide you with a clear, step-by-step approach to accurately fill out the application online, ensuring a smooth process for receiving your benefits.

Follow the steps to successfully complete your application

1. Click the ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the application form and open it for editing.
2. Fill in the 'Date of Application' field by entering the current date in the format of month, day, and year.
3. Provide your 'Social Security Number' in the designated field.
4. Indicate the 'Port of Application' and 'Permanent Address for Mail' details, including street, city, state, and zip code.
5. Complete the 'Date of Birth' field with your birth date in the month, day, and year format.
6. In the 'Name' section, write your full name as it appears on official documents.
7. Answer the eligibility question regarding your current sailing status by checking 'Yes' or 'No' to indicate whether you are currently working on a vessel.
8. Provide details about your employment history by filling in information for up to five vessels or companies, including their names, your rating, and the employment dates.
9. Ensure to attach a photostatic copy of all discharges, pay vouchers, or check stubs that are less than 15 months old.
10. On the next page, fill out the 'Beneficiary Section' by listing the names, relationships to you, and birth dates of your spouse and dependents.
11. Sign and date the application in the designated fields, and have a witness sign as well.
12. Review the entire application for clarity and completeness before proceeding to save changes, download, print, or share the form.

Complete your Seafarers Vacation Application online today to ensure timely receipt of your benefits.