Use the BFOA Global verification service to check certificate and document records through the official digital verification platform.
Enter the document reference or verification information provided on an eligible BFOA Global document.
Find the certificate, document or verification reference number printed or provided with the applicable document.
Enter the relevant reference number into the official BFOA Global verification service.
Review the verification result returned by the official digital verification platform.
BFOA Global maintains a dedicated online verification environment for checking eligible certificate and document records.
Visit Verification PortalEligible BFOA Global certificates and certificate records.
Applicable training or course records where supported by the verification system.
Digital records associated with an applicable document reference.
Where provided, official QR codes or digital verification links may be used.
A verification result should be checked using the official BFOA Global verification environment. Do not rely solely on screenshots, forwarded messages or unofficial copies of a verification result.
Verification of a document through this platform does not replace any requirement imposed by a flag State, maritime authority, employer, training institution or other competent authority. Users should independently confirm any additional regulatory or employment requirements applicable to their circumstances.
Use the official BFOA Global verification platform to check an eligible record.
