AMSA Connect phone services may have longer wait times on Monday 1 June 2026 while we operate with reduced staffing due to the Reconciliation Day Public Holiday in Canberra. Our search and rescue team will continue to operate during this time.
Our marine surveyors complete initial ship inspection checklist (Form 36) during initial ship inspections.
This form is for seafarers applying for a near coastal certificate of competency. It lets us know you are medically fit for working at sea.
Surveyors – use this form to review a domestic commercial vessel’s compliance with conditions of assignment for a load line. Complete this review at the vessel’s initial survey.
To operate as a private seafarer recruitment and placement service in Australia, you must register with AMSA.
Use this form to apply to register.
Surveyors – use this form to report on a domestic commercial vessel's compliance with conditions of assignment for a load line.