Application for non-survey vessel
Overview
You can use this form to apply for a non-survey permit under Marine Safety (Certificates of survey) Exemption 2018 (also known as Exemption 02 or EX02) instead of a certificate of survey.
Eligibility criteria
Your vessel must be eligible under one of the divisions of Exemption 02.
You do not need to obtain approval to operate under Exemption 02 if the vessel is:
- a small sailing vessel
- a human-powered vessel
- a personal watercraft, or
- is an existing vessel that was not required to have a survey certificate on 30 June 2013.
How to complete this form
You can use the link below to either:
- complete and submit online or
- partially complete the form. You will be given the option to print and complete the form offline.
Attach separate documents if you need to provide additional information.
If you are applying as an organisation, please provide documentation confirming your ABN and/or ACN and business name—for example ASIC extract or trust deed.
Submitting the form
You can submit the form online or post it to us at:
Australian Maritime Safety Authority
Attention: Operations
GPO Box 2181
Canberra ACT 2601
AUSTRALIA
Additional information
Access the My Boat system for guidance on how to keep your vessel compliant.
Check the fees you will need to pay.