What do I need to do?

To lodge a caveat over an Australian registered vessel, you need to:

Provide the ship registration details

You will need to provide us:

• the name
• official number
• other details.

That will identify the registered ship.

Complete the form

You will need to download and complete the Caveat form.

Pay fees

You must pay a non-refundable fee when lodging your application.

Learn more about shipping registration fees and payment options.

How to apply

You will need to attach all required supporting documents and send the paperwork to us at our postal or courier address:

• Postal address—Australian Maritime Safety Authority Shipping Registration Office, Operations, PO Box 255, Coffs Harbour NSW 2450, Australia
• Courier address—Australian Maritime Safety Authority Shipping Registration Office, Operations, Level 2, 28 Gordon Street, Coffs Harbour NSW 2450, Australia

You must include payment with your application.

Wait for us to let you know

We will let you know if there is any additional information that we need to process your application. If not, the caveat will be registered and you will be sent a letter of confirmation. 

Once the caveat has been registered you will be notified if we receive any application to register a dealing in the ship.