Covering the period 1 July 2022 - 30 June 2023

Fees associated with the delivery of the accredited marine surveyor scheme and applications for an equivalent means of compliance.

Our eligibility requirements for sailing vessels.

Due to amendments to the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers 1978 (STCW), refresher training is required for some certificates.

Commonwealth, state and territory agencies responsible for responding to marine pollution incidents under the National Plan.

Find out if the vessel you own or operate under a boat-share agreement is a domestic commercial vessel.

We have a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Australian Antarctic Division.

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) governs the agreed minimum requirements for handling and transport of cargoes and dangerous goods.

We charge fees for evaluating and approving courses that are delivered by Registered training organisations.

Requirements for carrying an automatic identification system (AIS) are specified in marine orders.

Our AMSA Connect team are ready to assist you over the phone, by email, or at one of our regional offices.

We have a joint memorandum of understanding (MOU) with state and territory work health and safety (WHS) regulators. The MOU supports worker safety at sea.

We are responsible for approving coastal pilotage training providers and courses.

Find out more about complying with the national system if you are a domestic commercial vessel owner or operator.

We authorise and audit vessel traffic service (VTS) providers in Australia.

As a statutory authority, we work with the guidance of legislation.

This page contains a list of past changes to exemptions.

Our free webinars provide useful information and guidance about maritime safety, marine environment protection and maritime aviation search and research.

Discover how we’re tackling the challenges around Operation Recovery—YM Efficiency.