Minimum Basic Wage The Directorate would like to draw the attention of all concerned that in accordance with Rule 51 of the Merchant Shipping (Maritime Labour Convention) Rules, the minimum basic wage for a calendar month of service for an able seafarer shall not be less than USD 658 on the 1 January 2023. As of the 1 January 2024 it shall not be less than USD 666 and as of 1 January 2025, it shall not be less than USD 673 or the equivalent thereof in the specific currency stated in the agreement with the crew. For more information, please read the Merchant Shipping Notice 108 Rev 3 by clicking here. Should you have any questions concerning the Passenger Yacht Code, please contact Jotham Scerri-Diacono or any other member of the shipping team at Ganado Advocates. Go back