Tonga Maritime Safety Authority

Our Services

We provide a range of maritime administrative and technical support services for vessel owners, operators, managers, agents and seafarers. The exact requirements depend on the service requested and the particulars of each application.

Ship Registration

Initial vessel eligibility review, document checking and processing support for registration applications. Typical information includes vessel particulars, ownership details, current registry status and available class or statutory records.

Seafarers Licensing & Documentation

Support for seafarer documentation, licensing and related applications, including review of submitted identity, competency and supporting documents in accordance with applicable requirements.

Certificate Verification

Online verification services are available to help confirm certificates and documents issued through the Administration's verification system.

Maritime Technical Support

General technical and administrative assistance for maritime documentation, vessel compliance enquiries and coordination of relevant inspection or certification matters where applicable.

Application review: All services and applications remain subject to the applicable documentation, technical requirements and final approval where required.