Apply for your Medical Certificate

Application Process

• Step 1: Download and Fill out medical Form CG-719K/E and drug test Form CG-719P

  • Download the Form CG-719K/E (Medical Examination Report) and drug test from

• Step 2: Schedule and complete Medical Exam and Drug Test

  • Find nearby clinic that can complete DOT or USCG physicals (Google search "USCG or DOT Physical Near Me")

  • Bring the CG-719K/E and CG-719P form to your appointment.

• Step 3: Complete the Medical Exam and Drug Test

  • The doctor will evaluate your:

    • Vision and hearing.

    • Physical fitness (e.g., mobility, strength, and cardiovascular health).

    • Mental health and cognitive abilities.

  • The doctor will complete and sign the CG-719K/E and CG-719P form.

• Step 4: Submit the completed CG-719K/E form ONLY to the USCG National Maritime Center (NMC) online or by mail.

  • Online (preferred method): Email scanned application as a PDF to MEDAIP@uscg.mil

    • Subject line of email: ​Last name, First name​

  • Mail: Send to the NMC address listed on the form.

• Step 5: Keep CG-719P (Drug test form) separate. It will be submitted with MMC Application separately​