Malaysian business licence·Federal

Annual Verification of Document of Compliance (AVDC)

Issued by Jabatan Laut MalaysiaMerchant Shipping Ordinance 1952; Section 249AH

Overview

The Annual Verification of Document of Compliance (AVDC) is required for shipping companies to ensure compliance with maritime regulations. An audit is conducted annually, three months before the certificate's anniversary date. This licence is essential for maintaining operational standards in international waters.

Key details

Governing Act

Merchant Shipping Ordinance 1952; Section 249AH

Agency fees

No fees charged for application or renewal.

Validity

5 years

Issuing authority

Jabatan Laut Malaysia

Fees shown are government / local-authority fees payable to the issuing agency. Emerhub charges a separate service fee for handling the application end-to-end.

Eligible applicants

Shipping companies

Application requirements

- Ship owner or appointed ship manager registered with the Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM) - The ship must exceed 500GT for cargo vessels and all sizes for passenger vessels operating in international waters - Ship owner or manager must possess an IMO number issued by IHS Fairplay