AMSA’s invoicing process is changing. From 1 March 2022, all invoices for AMSA must be emailed as a PDF attachment to our new centralised email address (invoices@amsa.gov.au) for automated processing. This will ensure invoices are processed more quickly for payment.

The minimum certification and qualifications required by lecturers to deliver our approved courses for the issue of an AMSA STCW Certificate. These requirements are in accordance with the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping 1978, as amended (STCW).

Australia provides environmentally responsible port waste reception facilities for you to dispose your vessel-generated waste.

Tests for establishing and verifying vessel stability.

Most services for operators and crew of domestic commercial vessels are now provided by us instead of Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure.

The purpose of this policy is to outline the underlying principles for the disclosure and dissemination of vessel tracking information under agreed conditions.

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.

There are 48 infringements listed in the national law that can apply to vessel owners, masters, crew, or passengers. You can avoid an infringement notice by making sure your vessel, crew, and operations comply with the national law.

Most services for operators and crew of domestic commercial vessels are now provided by us instead of Maritime Safety Queensland.

Guidance for calculating your sea service equivalence if you are a Royal Australian Navy (RAN) Rating (specialist seaman department), Maritime Warfare Officer (Maritime Warfare department) or RAN Leading Seaman, Petty Officer, Chief Petty Officer or Warrant Officer (Marine Engineering or Electrical Technical department).

Most services for operators and crew of domestic commercial vessels are now provided by us instead of Department of Transport, Western Australia.

Our 2025-26 regulatory program identifies the priority regulatory reform projects that will be progressed this financial year.

Find out what the Maritime Labour Convention 2006 (MLC) covers and how it's implemented in Australia.

This marine notice aims to raise awareness of the risks involved with getting on and off vessels.

Managing fatigue is everyone’s responsibility. This guidance hub will help you manage fatigue in your commercial vessel operation.

Be prepared before your trip. Stay safe at sea.

Access AMSA safety alerts for domestic commercial vessels and the international shipping community.

Find out how New Zealand STCW seafarer certificates compare to Australian STCW seafarer certificates.

Specifies the minimum standards for design and construction and safety equipment.