On 1 April 2011 changes to pilotage requirements for Pilotage Exemption Certificate (PEC) holders were introduced by Maritime New Zealand (MNZ) following widespread consultation with industry.

Changes to requirements for Pilotage Exemption Certificate and FAQs

Applying for a Pilotage Exemption Certificate (PEC)

As part of the PEC application, you will be required to undertake training in accordance with an Approved PEC Training Programme and pass a practical, written and oral PEC examination. You will need to contact the local Harbourmaster for details. Once you have successfully completed the examination, the Harbourmaster will send a letter confirming this to MNZ. You should then apply to MNZ for a PEC.

Read these guidelines below for all the requirements when applying for a PEC.

Guidelines for applying for a Pilotage Exemption Certificate (PEC)

Pilotage Exemption Certificate application form [PDF: 93Kb, 4 pages]

Pilot Licences

When applying for a Pilot Licence you must complete an application and send it to MNZ with all required documentation and the fee.

Pilot Licence application form [PDF: 93Kb, 4 pages]

Other forms required

Find below other forms required when applying for a Pilot Licence or Pilotage exemption Certificate.

Fit and proper person form [PDF: 50Kb, 6 pages]

Consent to disclosure of information form [PDF: 83Kb, 1 page]

Credit card payment form [PDF: 44Kb, 1 page]