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Certificate of Survey - Australian Government

Description

You will need this certificate to operate a domestic commercial vessel.

A certificate of survey will allow your vessel to be operated commercially in Australia and will identify:

  • the service categories the vessel can be used in
  • the number of crew, passengers, and special personnel that can be carried (note that minimum crew requirements also apply)
  • any other conditions specific to the vessel.

Varying standards apply to different vessels, such as new vessels, existing vessels, heritage vessels, transitional vessels, vessels over 35 metres, and unpowered barges.

Service type

Licence

A licence defines the need to obtain recognition / certification and registration to undertake a certain business activity.

Eligibility requirements

To be eligible for this certificate, you must:

  • ensure your vessel meets the standards that apply to its type and service category
  • have your vessel inspected by an accredited marine surveyor
  • provide your vessel survey reports.

You can access the My Boat system in the attached resources for guidance on how to keep your vessel compliant.

Duration

Up to 5 years

Fees

Fees Details for this service in table format.

Task Type Business Structure Description
Apply Application All

Current fees can be found here.

Other resources

Task Business Structure Resources
Apply All My Boat System (Opens in new window)

Act(s) name

Marine Safety (Domestic Commercial Vessel) National Law Act 2012 Australian Government

Administering agency

Australian Maritime Safety Authority

Contact details

Contact Email, Phone and Address Details for this service in simple two column table format, header then data.