Coast Guard Delays Digital Mariner Training Reports Until 2028
Published Date: 10/16/2026
Rule
Summary
The Coast Guard is delaying the rule that requires training providers to submit mariner course completion data electronically until at least November 25, 2028. This delay happens because the system to handle these electronic submissions isn’t ready yet. Mariners and training providers can keep submitting paperwork the old-fashioned way for now, with no extra costs or changes until the new system is up and running.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Navita Launch and Future Requirement
The Coast Guard announced NavitaTM and expects the mariner training provider module to be fully operational in January 2028, with the electronic submission requirement to begin on or after November 25, 2028. Before enforcing the requirement, the Coast Guard will publish a Federal Register notice and provide guidance to help training providers and mariners meet the electronic submission rules.
Delay of Electronic Submission Rule
The Coast Guard will not require electronic submission of mariner course completion data before November 25, 2028. Until the new system is operational, mariners and Coast Guard-approved training providers should continue submitting paper course completion certificates and applications, with no extra costs or changes until the electronic system is ready.
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