Apply for a private mooring licence

Introduction

A private mooring licence is an annual licence that allows you to moor your vessel on navigable waters. It is not a lease of the seabed.

You can use the mooring map to search and apply for a mooring. If there are no moorings available in your preferred area, you can join a priority waiting list.

Note: The general position of mooring sites is determined at the discretion of Transport for NSW and may involve approvals/permits from other agencies. Sites are subject to an ongoing range of assessments which can result in moorings being no longer available due to relocation or removal.

Eligibility

To be eligible:

• you must be the registered owner of the vessel to be attached to the mooring
• your vessel's registration must be current.

What you need

• your vessel's registration number
• copies of the following to upload:
  • your proof of identity – must be verified copies
  • your concession card (if applicable) – both sides, verified
  • a recent photo of the vessel
  • additional documents as indicated in the online mooring map and form
• credit card details for payment.

How to apply

1. Select the 'Apply online' button.
2. Select the mooring area required from the map.
3. Follow the prompts to apply for a mooring licence.

More information

• Assessment factors may include:
  • safety of navigation
  • the environment
  • the amenity of the area.
• Private mooring licences are only issued to individuals. They’re not issued to a partnership, company, organisation or association.
• The vessel must be at least 5.2 metres in length, unless otherwise approved by Transport for NSW.
• Concessions (if applicable) are only available for vessels used solely for recreational purposes.
• The mooring will only be granted ‘subject to approval’ and will be assessed on the proposed vessel size, type and condition.
• Costs associated with the purchase, installation, servicing or removal of mooring apparatus are the responsibility of the licence holder.