The RFL applies to most sea-going vessels operating in Australia. It helps fund the cost of safety activities, such as vessel inspections and surveys.

We contribute to safety in the region by working with our geographic neighbours.

If you have an offer of employment on a ship registered on the Australian International Shipping Register (AISR), you may need a certificate of equivalence (CoE). A CoE allows you to work on an AISR-registered ship using your overseas STCW certificate, without an AMSA-issued certificate of competency or certificate of recognition.

There are standards of competence you must achieve to be able to work on an international fishing vessel.

The Australian states and territories work with us to coordinate an effective search and rescue (SAR) service.

Be prepared before your trip. Stay safe at sea, on land or in the air.

The North-East Shipping Management Plan identifies actions based on information about the nature of shipping activity in the north-east region as well as the experience and knowledge of members of the North-East Water Space Management Working Group.

Find out who can be the designated person for a DCV and what they need to do.

We are responsible for providing navigational systems and services to facilitate the safe and efficient navigation of ships within Australian waters.

Oil tankers above 150 gross tonnage and other ships of 400 gross tonnage or above must record oil-relevant operations.

Prepare and submit your application for a role with us.

We provide a search and rescue (SAR) service for Australia. This allows us to quickly deploy a SAR response for anyone in distress.

AMSA has a fair, and non-discriminatory procurement complaints handling process.

If you're planning to bring a vessel to Australia, or take a domestic commercial vessel (DCV) on an overseas voyage, you need to comply with Australian regulations and international standards.