Every student/diver must have a manual.
This is a teaching standard and cannot be broken – applicable worldwide.
There are very rare instances where exceptions are allowed:
– The manual is not available in the language of the student
– The manual simply does not exist
– When a student takes part in a refresher course
– When a student has already pre-purchased their manual
If you already have a manual, you must contact the dive center you purchased your manual from and purchase from them a paper PIC.
Signing up for E-learning (digital classroom) is also a possibility, where you will receive your manual online. Inquire with your dive center if this is an option for you and your course.