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Global maritime distress and safety systems radio operator’s certificate of recognition

This is an international qualification for Australian registered vessels operating in international waters.
This international certificate allows you to work as a radio operator on an Australian registered vessel.

This certificate is issued under Marine Order 70 (Seafarer certification) 2014, made under the Navigation Act 2012.

What will this certificate allow me to do?

This certificate allows you to perform radio operator duties and functions on an Australian registered vessel.

Am I eligible?

To be eligible for a Global maritime distress and safety systems certificate of recognition (GMDSS COR) you must meet sea service and course requirements. The requirements depend on whether you are getting a certificate for the first time or revalidating an existing certificate. Each requirement and how to prove that you meet them is explained in these instructions.

Important disclaimer

These instructions are summary information only. We make decisions about seafarer certificates under Marine Order 70 (Seafarer certification) 2014, Marine Order 71 (Masters and deck officers) 2014, Marine Order 72 (Engineer officers) 2014, Marine Order 73 (Ratings) 2014 and Marine Order 74 (Masters and deck officers – yachts) 2015. Please refer to these marine orders for full details of eligibility and other requirements for certificate applications.

New certificate

What do I need to do?

To obtain this certificate, you need to:

Revalidate certificate

What do I need to do?

To obtain this certificate, you need to:

Last updated: 

Tuesday 24 January 2023