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Certificate of non-registration

Certificate of non-registration

What do I need to do?

To apply, you need to:

Make an application in writing

A request for a certificate of non-registration can be made to the Shipping Registration Office. Provide details of the particulars of the vessel, including:

  • name of ship
  • name of owner
  • type of vessel
  • length
  • breadth
  • engine details
  • year built
  • place of construction.
Pay the application fee

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

Provide your payment reference number with your application.

Lodge your application

Your application can be sent to:

sro@amsa.gov.au or

  • Postal address—Australian Maritime Safety Authority Shipping Registration Office, PO Box 255, Coffs Harbour NSW 2450.
  • Courier address—Australian Maritime Safety Authority Shipping Registration Office, Level 2, 28 Gordon St, Coffs Harbour NSW 2450.
Wait for us to let you know

We will let you know if there is any additional information that we require to process your application. If not the certificate of non-registration will be issued and posted to you.