Use this form to apply for a licence to operate a non-shipborne automatic identification system (AIS) in Australian waters. This includes: 

This form is no longer in use

To notify us of an engine change, use the correct application form for your vessel:

On 1 June 2025, we introduced new requirements for safety management systems (SMS).

Use this form to apply for a time extension for a periodic survey, equipment certification or compass adjustment under

You can use this form to apply to suspend or revoke a:

Important: Submit your form by 31 October
We’re moving to a new system. If you've started or saved a form, it won’t be available after 31 October 2025. 

Use this form to apply for a skills assessment if you're a mariner or marine surveyor.

Use this form to apply for:

Surveyors – use this form to make a recommendation after conducting:

Use this form for international marine qualifications.

Our marine surveyors complete initial ship inspection checklist (Form 36) during initial ship inspections.

You can use this form to renew a certificate of operation.

You can use this form to complete a check pilot checklist.

You can use this form to make an application for temporary operations under 

You can use this form to make a Harmful substances report (POLREP) for noxious liquid substances under the guidelines set out in