246Directions in relation to vessels

246 Directions in relation to vessels

(1) AMSA may, by notice in writing given to the master or the owner of a vessel, give any of the following directions: (a) that the vessel not enter or use any port, or a specified port or specified ports, in Australia or the exclusive economic zone of Australia; (b) that the vessel comply with specified requirements while it: (a) is approaching, entering, or using any port, or a specified port or specified ports, in Australia or the exclusive economic zone of Australia; or (b) is in or is leaving any port, or a specified port or specified ports, in Australia or the exclusive economic zone of Australia. (2) AMSA may give a direction under subsection (1) in relation to a foreign vessel only if the vessel is: (a) in an Australian port; or (b) entering or leaving an Australian port; or (c) in the internal waters of Australia; or (d) in the territorial sea of Australia, other than in the course of innocent passage. (3) A direction under subsection (1) is not a legislative instrument.