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MSIC and Fremantle Ports Access

Please note in 2024 Fremantle Ports will be moving to a dual card system. See New Fremantle Ports access cards.

The MSIC with Fremantle Ports Access application will cover your access requirements for Fremantle Ports berths 1 & 2, 11 & 12 and Victoria Quay in the Fremantle Inner Harbour and Kwinana facilities Kwinana Bulk Terminal and Kwinana Bulk Jetty. The MSIC is the initial requirement for areas within other regulated ports, around and onboard regulated Australian ships, and security zones on offshore oil and gas facilities.

1. Read the MSIC application guide.

2. Complete the MSIC Application Form (desktop/ iPad/ tablet)

3. Gather the following documentation to support your application (as per the MSIC application guide):

4. Arrange an appointment to lodge your application with the MSIC Service Centre via the online booking service. At the appointment you will have your photo taken and you will be given a unique Application Identification Number.

5. Please ensure you have read and understood the MSIC Conditions of Use before you make application.

6. Following lodgement, Fremantle Ports will ask AusCheck to conduct a background check. Refer to AusCheck privacy policy at www.homeaffairs.gov.au.

(Please note: After an MSIC application has been lodged your money cannot be refunded.)

Access to Fremantle Ports

Your application to access Fremantle Ports will be reviewed by the Fremantle Ports Port Security Officer.

For all applications incorporating Fremantle Ports access, you are required to comply with the Fremantle Ports Conditions of Entry and complete a Safety Induction 

Collecting your MSIC

When Fremantle Ports has notified you that your MSIC is approved, arrange an appointment via the online booking service with the MSIC Service Centre to collect your MSIC. Provide photo identification (e.g. driver's licence) at collection. All previously issued MSICs and/or Access Cards must be handed in when you collect your new card, the card expires or it is cancelled.

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