E-10 Crew Employment Visa
For eligible foreign crew members working under qualifying seafarer employment arrangements on vessels covered by the E-10 framework.
Visa Overview
The E-10 Visa covers qualifying foreign crew employment, including specified vessel and fisheries-related routes. The correct subcategory and requirements depend on the vessel, operator, seafarer employment contract, relevant maritime or fisheries framework, and immigration rules.
Processing Time
Varies by Application
Processing time depends on application type, case facts, and document review.
Stay Period
Up to 3 Years at a Time
This is the official status-of-stay ceiling. The actual grant may be shorter.
Work Activity
Approved Crew / Seafarer Employment
Activities must remain within the approved scope.
Government Fee
Varies by Application Type
Confirm the current official fee for the exact immigration procedure before filing.
Important Notice
E-10 is tied to qualifying crew employment and is not unrestricted work authorization. The vessel, operator, employment contract, workplace, and subcategory must fit the applicable route, and changes may require prior procedures.
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Eligibility
General Requirements
The exact requirements depend on the application route and the facts of each case. These are general points listed for this status.
- ✓A qualifying seafarer employment contract and E-10-covered vessel/employment route.
- ✓The employer/operator and vessel must satisfy the applicable route-specific requirements.
- ✓The applicant must satisfy immigration, identity, employment, and route-specific requirements.
Documents
Common Document Categories
Check the competent authority’s latest instructions for documents required for your specific application.
- ✓Application form, passport, and residence card where applicable.
- ✓Seafarer employment contract and employment confirmation.
- ✓Vessel, operator, and business authorization/registration documents as applicable.
- ✓Crew list, maritime/fisheries documents, and route-specific supporting records where required.
Process
General Application Steps
These general steps describe the applicant’s process, not a filing service provided by Modical.
- 1
Identify the correct E-10 subcategory and vessel route.
- 2
Review the employer/operator, vessel, and seafarer contract.
- 3
Prepare applicant, vessel, and employment documents.
- 4
Submit the applicable visa or stay application.
- 5
Complete registration and employment-related reporting where required.
- 6
Follow the applicable procedure before changing vessel, employer, or employment arrangement.
FAQ
Common questions
Is E-10 available for any job on a ship?+
No. The employment must fall within an E-10 route and satisfy the applicable vessel, operator, contract, and occupational requirements.
Is the stay always three years?+
No. Three years is the official status-of-stay ceiling. The actual grant may be shorter depending on the case.