An administration offering ship registration—as Australia does—is referred to as a flag State. As a flag State administration, we are responsible for making sure Australian-owned and Australian-registered ships comply with international conventions in Australian waters and overseas. You may also be interested in domestic commercial vessel inspections

We meet our obligations to government by being transparent and reporting on our activities and operations. Find out about our procurement processes, fees and levies, request a public interest disclosure, or make a freedom of information request to see how we do business.

All vessels involved in a marine incident in Australian waters need to make a report. If you have an emergency dial 000 or 112 (satellite phone) for help.

We provide access to spatial data that supports maritime and aviation safety activities and protection of the marine environment. You can download selected data sets, and request customised products and spatial analysis.

You must hold a current and appropriate near coastal Certificate of competency to perform the duties required by your job on a vessel—including fishing vessels—in Australian waters. Get a certificate of competency or revalidate your existing certificate to work in Australian waters.