Official Verification Portal

Verify Your Maritime Certificate

Instantly authenticate certificates issued by the Department of Maritime Authority. Trusted by port authorities, employers, and maritime professionals across Uganda and beyond.

Real-time Database
Tamper-Proof Records
24/7 Availability

Format: DMA-UG-2026-XXXXX or scan the QR code on your certificate

Verifying certificate in our secure registry...

What Can You Verify?

Supported Certificate Types

Our verification system covers all official documents issued by the Department of Maritime Authority.

Vessel Registration

Official registration certificates for vessels operating on Uganda's inland waters.

Format: DMA-UG-YYYY-XXXXX
Seafarer Licences

Certificates of competency, endorsements, and medical fitness for maritime crew.

Format: DMA-SEAF-XXXXXX
Company Licences

Authorizations for maritime companies, shipping agents, and port operators.

Format: DMA-MAR-CO-YYYY-XXXX
Safety Certificates

Survey reports, safety equipment certificates, and compliance documentation.

Format: DMA-SAFE-XXXXXX

Trusted & Secure Verification

Our verification portal uses bank-grade encryption and connects directly to the official maritime registry maintained by the Department of Maritime Authority.

End-to-End Encryption
All queries secured with TLS 1.3
Official Registry
Direct connection to government database
Audit Trail
All verifications logged for compliance

Help & Support

Frequently Asked Questions

You can verify vessel registration certificates, seafarer competency licences, company authorizations, safety survey certificates, and any other official document bearing the seal of the Department of Maritime Authority – Republic of Uganda.

If a valid certificate isn't found, it may be: (1) recently issued and pending database sync (allow 24-48 hours), (2) issued by a different authority, or (3) contain a data entry error. Contact our support team with a copy of your certificate for manual verification.

No. Certificate verification is completely free for all users. This service is provided by the Department of Maritime Authority to promote transparency, safety, and trust in Uganda's maritime sector.

Use the "Report Issue" button on verification results, or contact our enforcement unit directly at enforcement@maritime.go.ug or +256 434 320119. Please provide the certificate number and any supporting evidence.