The Port of Townsville is North Queensland's major cargo gateway, handling mineral concentrates, fertiliser, motor vehicles, general cargo and defence related shipping for the region.
Anyone requiring unescorted access to a maritime security zone at Townsville must hold a valid MSIC, including stevedores, bulk terminal operators, truck drivers, marine crew, agents and maintenance contractors.
ClientView is an Australian Government authorised MSIC issuing body. Apply online in 10 to 15 minutes, verify your identity at a participating Australia Post outlet in Townsville, and we lodge every ready application with AusCheck each business day. Our measured median AusCheck clearance was 2 days over the 12 months to June 2026. Start your application or read our measured processing times.
Your MSIC is a national card. An MSIC issued by ClientView is valid at the Port of Townsville and at every other security regulated port and offshore facility in Australia.
The port operator may require a local safety induction or site access pass in addition to your MSIC, and areas connected to defence activity can carry extra access controls set by the relevant authorities. Confirm current local requirements with the Port of Townsville or your employer before your first visit.