Application for continuous synopsis record

What do I need to do?

To make an application for a continuous synopsis record, you need to:

Check all companies listed on the continuous synopsis record have an IMO company number

If no continuous synopsis record has previously been issued, it is important that all of the companies listed on the continuous synopsis record hold an IMO company number as well as the ships IMO number.

If the company does not have an IMO number, you will need to apply for one.

Complete the form

Application for continuous synopsis record form 164.

If the vessel has previously held a CSR on a foreign registry or from previous Australian registration, the Shipping Registration Office will need to see a copy of the final CSR. The new Australian CSR will have the next sequential number. For example if the final CSR is No.4 the new CSR will be No.5.

Pay the fee

Before you send us your application, pay the fee online.

Record your payment reference number in the ‘Submitting your application’ section on your application form.

Lodge your form

Send the completed form to us at our postal or courier address, or by email to sro@amsa.gov.au.

• Postal address—Australian Maritime Safety Authority Shipping Registration Office PO Box 255 Coffs Harbour NSW 2450 Australia
• Courier address—Australian Maritime Safety Authority Shipping Registration Office Level 2, 28 Gordon Street Coffs Harbour NSW 2450 Australia

Wait for us to let you know

We will let you know if there is any additional information that we need to process your application. If the application is complete, the continuous synopsis record will be issued and posted to you.