MLC Klage

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Welcome to the Danish Maritime Authority's electronic form for complaints under the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) and Work in Fishing Convention (ILO 188)

Since 20 August 2013, the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) has applied to all cargo and passenger ships, irrespective of size.

From 3 February 2021, the Work in Fishing Convention (ILO 188) is applying to all fishing vessels, irrespective of size.

The purpose of the MLC and ILO 188 is to ensure all aspects of seafarers’ and fishermen’s conditions of employment, from the conclusion of employment contracts over the repatriation right to occupational health and social security. The conventions also ensures seafarers and fishermen the right to complain about their working and living conditions.

By filling in this electronic form, it is possible to send the Danish Maritime Authority a complaint about the working and living conditions on board Danish ships as well as on board foreign ships in Danish ports. Remember that as a seafarer you are always entitled to complain directly to the ships master, the shipping company or to the Danish Maritime Authority.

Insofar as possible, a complaint should always be considered at the ship level.

During the process, it is possible to attach photos or other documentation to the form, and it is possible to print the complaint.

In case of immediate danger to a seafarers life and health, The Danish Maritime Authority should be contacted directly.

Your complaint will be handled confidentially and you have a right to remain anonymous.