Note: An Australian vessel being brought to Australia as deck cargo may not need registration or certification as a regulated Australian vessel (RAV). It depends on the delivery circumstances.  

Notify us: Provide us with your vessel details now so we can assist you.

(1) Registered on the Australian General Shipping Register (if applicable)

If your vessel is registered

Your vessel may already be registered on a foreign register, or on the Australian register if you bought it from an Australian owner. 

To ensure your vessel is correctly registered, contact AMSA Connect.

If your vessel is not registered

Register your vessel.

(2) In class with an AMSA-appointed recognised organisation (RO) and under the Australian flag 

If your vessel is in class

Contact the vessel's RO (also known as a classification society) to ensure the certificates and any exemptions, equivalents or waivers are current under the Navigation Act 2012. 

If your vessel is not in class

Contact an RO to discuss requirements.

See a list of ROs.

(3) Compliant with asbestos requirements 

Importing asbestos or asbestos containing materials is prohibited for ships entering Australian waters.

Contact Australian Border Force to ensure that the right inspection and certification measures are in place before your ship arrives. 

Contact Australian Border Force.
Find out more about asbestos on ships.

(4) Other requirements 

There may be other requirements you need to comply with. We’ll let you know what they are when you provide us with your vessel details.