Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC)
From 1 January 2007, the Australian Government requires anyone working within the secure areas of a port, ship or offshore oil and gas facility to display a new identification card known as a Maritime Security Identification Card (or MSIC).
What is an MSIC?

The MSIC is a nationally consistent identification card which confirms that the holder has met the minimum background checking requirements to work in a maritime and/or offshore security zone. An MSIC is not an access control card, and possession of an MSIC does not provide the right of entry to any facility within a maritime security zone. Access to maritime security zones is managed by the Maritime Industry Participant (MIP), or facility operator.

What are maritime security zones?

Maritime security zones are areas within regulated ports, around and onboard regulated Australian ships, which have additional security requirements, as defined by the Maritime Transport Security and Offshore Facilities Act 2003. The MSIC will also cover security zones on offshore oil and gas facilities.

How do I know if I will need an MSIC?

If you require unmonitored access within a maritime security zone you will require an MSIC.  Are you a providore, truck driver, maintenance contractor, coal sampler, ships surveyor, ships agent, do you work on a wharf or do you need access to a maritime security zone more than once a year, if so you will need an MSIC.

How do I apply of an MSIC?

MSICs are available from issuing bodies. The Corporation is an agency for the Port of Brisbane who has been approved by DOTARS as an issuing body.
To apply for an MSIC card please complete the induction programme first. You will need to bring the certificate of completion and application form produced at the end of this programme together with the necessary identification documents to your MSIC appointment.


Click here to activate MSIC Training.

(requires Flash 7+, to install please click here).

How do I contact and where is the Central Queensland Ports Authority MSIC Office?
MSIC Office – RG Tanna Coal Terminal – Bryan Jordan Drive – Gladstone
Ground Floor - Administration Building
Email: msic@cqpa.com.au
Telephone: 07 49761528
What is the cost of an MSIC?

The cost of the MSIC is $179.00.
A security deposit may be requested if full company details: company name, address and ABN number are not supplied.