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Providing Credentials to Mariners
The mission of the Regional Examination Center (REC) is to pre-screen applications, administer examinations and conduct oversight of Coast Guard approved courses
If you need help with your application including status checks, general information or technical assistance call the Mariner Information Customer Service Center at 1-888-IASKNMC (1-888-427-5662) or Email IASKNMC@uscg.mil.
Please read the instructions 
REC-OAK-AppSubmission@uscg.mil
This address should be used for submission of documents only, any questions or inquiries should be made to Iasknmc@uscg.mil
Location:
Oakland Federal Bldg.North Tower
1301 Clay Street
Room 180N
Oakland, CA 94612-5200
Phone: 1-(888) 427-5662
Fax: 1-(510) 637-1126
Hours of Operation: ***Closed all Federal Holidays***
REC: 8am to 4pm Monday through Friday
Exam Room: 8am to 4pm Monday through Friday
Exam Scheduling: ALL Mariners are required to schedule their exams 3 working days prior to visiting an REC.
Appointments: We highly recommend that you schedule an appointment before coming to a REC. Walk-Ins will be handled on a 'Space Available' basis only.
Building Access: Click here for Federal Building regulations
Parking:
Tolls:
NMC Customer Service Center: 1-888-IASKNMC (1-888-427-5662) email click here (IASKNMC)
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