There are various medical tests that crewmembers must pass prior to being able to join a cruise ship and work. In addition to a passing a Marine Medical Exam, crewmembers must also test negative for the PCR test prior to embarking a ship.
Medical Exams for Cruise Ship Jobs
Medical Exams for Cruise Ship Jobs highlights what you need to know about the Marine Medical and why you need it to work on a cruise ship. What questions are asked during the medical exam and what else should you expect during the examination. There are also some helpful links to approved doctors and other seafarer certification guidance.
COVID Tests for Cruise Ship Crewmembers
Find out what the latest information in regards to COVID testing for cruise ship jobs. Other CLIA resources such as the CLIA Interim Guidance from EU Healthy Gateways, Recommendations from the Healthy Sail Panel, and CDC Framework for Conditional Sailing Order provide guidance in regards to both testing and the quarantine of seafarers.
Updated: March 3, 2021