Overview
You can use this form to:
- apply for a class C restricted operations permit under Exemption 40 - Marine Safety (Class C restricted operations) (instead of a certificate of survey)
- request changes to an existing non-survey approval, including:
- transfer to a new holder
- update current holder details (for example, a change of name by marriage)
- alter or modify the vessel
- remove or change a condition
- change service categories or capacity
- update engine details
- change the vessel name.
- revoke (cancel) an existing Exemption 40 approval.
We can’t assess your application until we receive the vessel survey report.
You’ll receive a survey code after you apply. Give it to your surveyor and ask them to submit their report as soon as possible.
Eligibility criteria
Your vessel must:
- be less than 12 metres long
- be a Class 2 (non-passenger) or Class 3 (fishing) vessel
- only operate in the part of operational area C, D and E waters that is approved for the vessel’s length
- comply with the conditions specified in Schedule 1 of the exemption
- undergo an initial survey by an accredited marine surveyor.
How to complete this form
You can use the link below to either:
- complete and submit online
- 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.
Arrangements for trust and organisations
If you are applying as an organisation, please provide documentation confirming your ABN and/or ACN and business name—for example ASIC extract.
If you are making an application in the name of a trust, please supply a copy of the trust deed in the supporting documents section of the application. We require the deed to confirm the full and correct name of the legal entity that is making the application. If a copy of the trust deed is not submitted at the time of making the application, it may result in delays processing your application.
Submitting the form
The fastest way to submit this form is by completing it online.
Alternatively, you can print the form after providing some initial details and post it to:
Australian Maritime Safety Authority
Attention: Operations
GPO Box 2181
Canberra ACT 2601
AUSTRALIA
More information
The form will show you the fees you need to pay or you can check them now.
If the application is incomplete, we will hold it and get back to you with a request for the missing information. This will delay processing your application. Refer to our incomplete application policy for domestic commercial vessel applications.