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TWIC Card | Apply | Login | Requirements | Renewal Status<\/span><\/h1>\n

A TWIC is a Transportation Worker Identity Card. This card is issued by the United States Transportation\u00a0Security Administration\u00a0and the United States Coast Guard.\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Apply for a TWIC from the\u00a0TSA\u00a0Universal Enroll webpage.\u00a0In July 2018, the TSA began issuing the “TWIC Next Gen”. This updated design aims to deter counterfeiting and curb the fraudulent use of the credential by incorporating enhanced security features. Cardholders are not required to obtain a new or replacement card until the card expires. Regulated facilities or vessels that require TWIC for access will accept and recognize both the previous and new designs.<\/p>\n

1. Who qualifies for a TWIC? \u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

Any citizen of the United States may apply for a TWIC. \u00a0If you are a non-US citizen, you are required to submit additional documentation of proof of permission to enter the U.S, for example, F-1 Visa, Permanent Resident (“Green”) card, etc. MARAD (Maritime Administration) can facilitate a TWIC for a foreign national attending a maritime academy. Non U.S citizens may contact Robyn Christopher, Licensing Coordinator, for further assistance.<\/p>\n

2. Who is required to obtain a TWIC?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

All enrolled students are required to possess a valid TWIC.<\/p>\n

Also Read : Guide : Activate WIC Card Online<\/a><\/h3>\n

3. Why do I need a TWIC?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

A TWIC is required for all Merchant Mariner Credential applications. \u00a0All Marine Transportation, Marine Engineering Technology, Facilities Engineering Technology, and Mechanical Engineering students are required by the U.S. Coast Guard to obtain a TWIC before sailing on their training cruise. In addition, Business Administration and Global Studies students, who live aboard the TS Golden Bear, intend to participate in a summer co-op aboard a vessel or within a transportation facility, are required to possess a TWIC.<\/p>\n

3. When do I apply for a TWIC? \u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

It is highly recommended that those students with easy access to a TWIC office obtain and submit a copy of their TWIC card prior to their arrival to campus freshman year. Those students who do not have access to a TWIC office will need to obtain one soon after they arrive at Cal Maritime for their freshman year.<\/p>\n

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4. \u00a0How do I Apply for a TWIC? \u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

TWIC processing takes part in three steps:<\/p>\n

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  1. On-line pre-enrollment process.<\/li>\n
  2. Visit to the TWIC enrollment center most convenient to you \u2013 to verify identification documents, be fingerprinted and pay your fees.<\/li>\n
  3. Second visit back to the same enrollment center to pick-up and activate your new TWIC.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Step One:<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n

    Pre-enrollment: You MUST Pre-Enroll – Applicants pre-enroll online and enter all required information.<\/p>\n

    1. Go to the Transportation Security Administration TWIC page.<\/p>\n

    2. Click on the green \u201cNew Enrollment\u201d button.<\/p>\n

    3. Complete all required information fields, noting the following instructions:<\/p>\n

    Step 3 of 10 – When answering Personal Questions, answer \u201cYes\u201d to the following question: \u201cAre you applying for a TWIC as part of the Merchant Mariner Credentialing process?\u201d<\/p>\n

    Step 6 of 10 – When entering Employment Information, select the following:<\/p>\n