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Use this form to apply for a licence to operate a non-shipborne automatic identification system (AIS) in Australian waters. This includes:
You can use this form to apply for a new or re-issued Certificate of equivalence.
This form 537 replaces form 568.
This form should be used to change the certificate (or approval) holder for a:
You can use this form to:
Use this form to apply to register your vessel on the Australian general shipping register.
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.
You can now apply for near coastal certificates online using myAMSA, our new application portal.
Use this form if you are applying for a Coxswain Grade 3 using a recreational boat licence.