25Opting in to coverage—vessel declared to be a regulated Australian vessel

25 Opting in to coverage—vessel declared to be a regulated Australian vessel

(1) The owner, or any of the owners, of a vessel may apply to AMSA for a declaration (an opt‑in declaration) that the vessel is a regulated Australian vessel. (2) AMSA must, by written instrument, make an opt‑in declaration for a vessel if AMSA is satisfied: (a) that the vessel is registered under the Shipping Registration Act 1981; and (b) that the vessel is seaworthy; and (c) that the vessel is not substandard (if applicable); and (d) of such other matters (if any) as are prescribed by the regulations. (3) AMSA must make a decision on an application under subsection (1) within 30 days of the making of the application. (4) An opt‑in declaration is not a legislative instrument. (5) AMSA must not make an opt‑in declaration other than as mentioned in subsection (2).