MMSI/Ship Station License - Canada/US waters
Dream_Inn
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Interesting, I was on another forum and someone brought up they were getting an MMSI number but sometimes go over to Canada. I found it to be an interesting discussion and never knew you had to purchase a license to operate it over in Canada. Then, you can match that license with your MMSI.
Here is a link to the entire discussion: http://my.boatus.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=378073
I'm sure all the Canucks know this, but was curious how many transverse between the two countries (Mainly originating from US) and know that it's illegal to use the VHF in Canada without the authorization.
I guess I'm also curious in general how many have connected their DSC, with an MMSI, to their GPS. I did it a couple years ago and it is quite simple and worthwhile doing.
Here is a link to the entire discussion: http://my.boatus.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=378073
I'm sure all the Canucks know this, but was curious how many transverse between the two countries (Mainly originating from US) and know that it's illegal to use the VHF in Canada without the authorization.
I guess I'm also curious in general how many have connected their DSC, with an MMSI, to their GPS. I did it a couple years ago and it is quite simple and worthwhile doing.
Dream 'Inn III -- 2008 400 Express
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As for the VHF business, for the most part it's ignored around here. As I recall they have a different registry for MMSI and there is the potential for conflict. So I would not try to use DSC in Canadian waters up in Lake Huron or Northern Lake Erie. But I don't do anything special to use the VHF when in Canada.
2002 FV 342 on Lake St. Clair - Past Commodore SHC - Vessel Examiner USCGAUX
They may only have a log of the MMSI's issued in the USA (And vice-versa in Canada), but the MMSI is unique. I believe the first 3 numbers is country specific. If a Canadian goes into US waters, you also need a station license for the USA, and cannot use the radio without one. Having said that, I don't think that has stopped many people.
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2002 FV 342 on Lake St. Clair - Past Commodore SHC - Vessel Examiner USCGAUX
And funny you (Canadian citizens) need a license to operate a marine VHF here, when we don't. Makes no sense.
I can use my ham license in other countries. Different countries have different requirements to recognize it. But it's pretty much just a paperwork thing.
2002 FV 342 on Lake St. Clair - Past Commodore SHC - Vessel Examiner USCGAUX
So here's what I don't get. To use a VHF marine radio outside your own country you need a license from your own country, not from the other country. Color me confused.
2002 FV 342 on Lake St. Clair - Past Commodore SHC - Vessel Examiner USCGAUX
2002 FV 342 on Lake St. Clair - Past Commodore SHC - Vessel Examiner USCGAUX