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AMSA 566

Application to vary a vessel certificate or approval (form 566)


Overview

You can use this form to vary:

A variation is appropriate if:

  • the vessel is being transferred to a new certificate holder (in this case, the form should be completed by the certificate holder, however they will need to provide details of the current holder of the certificate or approval)
  • you want to remove a service category (class)
  • your name has changed
  • you want to update the engine or gearbox details for an approval under Exemption 2 - Marine Safety (Certificates of survey).

You can also use this form to change your contact details, however if this is the only change you wish to make you can do this without paying a fee by calling AMSA Connect.

How to complete this form

You can use the link below to either:

  • complete and submit online or
  • partially complete the form. You will be given the option to print and complete the form offline.

Attach separate documents if you need to provide additional information.

If you are applying as an organisation, please provide documentation confirming your ABN and/or ACN and business name—for example ASIC extract or trust deed.

Submitting the form

You can submit the form online or post it to us at:

Australian Maritime Safety Authority
Attention: Operations
GPO Box 2181
Canberra ACT 2601 
AUSTRALIA

More information

  • Check the fees you will need to pay.
  • If the application is incomplete, it will cause processing delays and may not be progressed. Refer to our incomplete application policy for Domestic Commercial Vessel applications.
Last updated: 22 August 2024