On this page you can find copies of previous editions and amendments to the NSCV.

We are responsible for ensuring there is a consistent approach to the use of AIS on offshore structures and facilities. Find out what we will ask you when you apply.

Prevention from marine pollution is imperative to protect Australia’s unique marine environments and the livelihoods of thousands of Australians.

Follow these steps if you wish to operate your vessel commercially outside of the Australian Economic Exclusion Zone (EEZ).

A garbage management plan is an effective way to reduce garbage generated on board and ensure its effective disposal, to protect our marine environment. Under Australian maritime legislation it is mandatory for certain vessels to carry a garbage management plan.

Find out who to contact for help with myAMSA, and provide feedback on your experience.

We provide a range of geographic information as digital maps and spatial data sets. This visual geographic data is used to support search and rescue, pollution response, vessel tracking, and navigation in Australian waters. Some data access may require you to pay a fee.

Our search and rescue modules provide background information as well as information about preparation, principles of how to conduct a search and rescue operation and how to respond to specific kinds of emergency.

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.  

We have intergovernmental agreements with state and territory governments in Australia.

There are few exceptions to the prohibition of garbage discharge under MARPOL. Breaches can result in significant penalties.

Get your Rating certificate of proficiency revalidated before it expires.

About the feedback we received on the National System for Domestic Commercial Vessel Safety transition.

Follow these steps if you want to take a DCV overseas for dry docking, sale or delivery.

This policy has been superseded by the 2018 Compliance and enforcement policy.

The National Plan uses a risk based approach to reduce the impact of maritime environment emergencies.

This report provides an overview of the consultation process, key issues raised during public consultation and the key changes to the Marine Order.

Some vessels do not have to be surveyed. Depending on the type of vessel, you may need to apply for approval to operate.