CVs and Requirements

To sail in this destination you’ll need a sailing licence. The requirement is (at min.) an ICC, RYA Day Skipper qualification or above, plus a VHF licence. Original license/certificate must be presented upon check-in at the base.

To charter in Croatia, there must be at least one certified skipper over 18 years old. The skipper should be competent at handling a yacht in close quarters, anchoring and mooring in varying conditions and be able to use navigation and pilotage skills to plan the day’s sailing and know your position at any time.

*As a yacht skipper, you are required to have an official sailing license or a certificate issued by a government of state approved organization as detailed below:

Skipper is REQUIRED to have one (1) of the following:

• RYA Day Skipper Course + PLUS VHF Licence
• ICC (International Certificate of Competence), International + PLUS VHF Licence
• IPC (International Proficiency Certificate), America (*Includes VHF)
  • Prerequisites: ASA 104 or US Sailing “Bareboat Cruising Course”
• NauticEd SLC (International Sailing License and Credentials), International (*Includes VHF)
• Or, local country equivalent (as listed on the Croatian authority’s list of accepted licences)

OR

• UK – MCA Master (Yacht less than 500 gt), RYA Day Skipper Shore based Certificate or above
• USA – US Sailing “Basic Keelboat”, ASA 103 “Basic Coastal Cruising”, or above
• Germany – “Sportbootführerschein See“, or above
• Belgium – Algemeen Stuurbrevet | Brevet de conduite général
• France – LE PERMIS PLAISANCE, Option Côtière ou extension Hauturière
• South Africa – SA Sailing (SAS) Day Skipper Licence

+ PLUS VHF Licence

Skipper is required to have a VHF Radio Operator’s License:

A list of officially accepted licenses is available at the Croatian Ministry of Maritime Affairs. Please check the list of officially accepted licenses .This list is organized by country and details the accepted competence levels for experience, boat size and distance-from-shore-sailing for the various accepted licenses. Please contact your Vacation Planner for more information.

Note that licences are assessed based on gross tonnage limits, not propulsion type (sail/power).
What is Accepted:

• The bases in Croatia are not entitled to approve licenses. Accepted licenses are listed under this link provided by the Croatian Ministry of Sea.
• The list is organized by Country, making it easy to locate your licence.
• If the license is not listed, IT IS NOT ACCEPTED
  Customers need to present their original, accepted licenses in order to take over the boat

For all charters to Croatia, it is a requirement that we submit the Sailing Licence, and Guest/Crew List to the local authorities prior to departure. Please ensure you have submitted these no later that 14 days prior to departure. The original license must also be presented on check-in at the base.
The skipper is also REQUIRED to have a VHF radio license which can be submitted together with the sailing license.

It is essential that you take your original skippers license or certificate with you in the event that the Port Authorities ask you to present it to them. If you do not have an official sailing license, by law the team at base will not be able to allow you to charter without an officially certified skipper onboard.

If you do not hold a recognised sailing licence, we can assist you in finding an accredited program, with our sister company Sunsail.

In Croatia, you can pre-book our full week Sunsail Agana RYA Sailing School, which runs RYA Day Skipper and RYA Competent Crew courses. Completion of the RYA Day Skipper Course will also guarantee you the ICC on application without any further courses or exams. Click here to learn more.

Please contact one of our Holiday Planners to learn more!

To sail in this destination you’ll need a licence. Original license/certificate must be presented upon check-in at the base.

To charter a yacht in Greece, there must be at least one certified skipper and one able-bodied crew member, both over 18 years old. The skipper should be competent at handling a yacht in close quarters, anchoring and mooring in varying conditions and be able to use navigation and pilotage skills to plan the day’s sailing and know your position at any time.

The Skipper should nominate at least one crew member (as a First Mate). The First Mate needs to be over the age of 18, and able-bodied. A formal qualification is not necessarily required for the First Mate.
*If the First Mate does NOT have a sailing license, they must fill out our online sailing resume / CV to confirm that they have the necessary skills to sail in Greece aboard a The Moorings vessel. They must also fill out a Declaration of Honor to provide a legal declaration to the Greek Port Authorities that said crew member is competent to crew aboard a chartered yacht.

*As a yacht skipper, you are required to have a sailing license or a certificate from a recognized sailing association AND/OR an ICC or IPC as detailed below:

Skipper is REQUIRED to have one (1) of the following:

• ICC (International Certificate of Competence), International
• IPC (International Proficiency Certificate), America
  • Prerequisites: ASA 104 or US Sailing “Bareboat Cruising Course”
• Upon completion of the ASA 104 OR US Sailing Bareboat Cruising minimum requirement, sailors must apply for the IPC Certificate to charter in European/Mediterranean Waters prior to arrival
  • How to apply for the IPC if you have ASA 104 Certification
  • How to apply for the IPC if you have US Sailing Bareboat Cruising Certification 
• NauticEd SLC (International Sailing License and Credentials), International 

OR

• UK – ICC (International Certificate of Competence), International
• USA – US Sailing “Bareboat Cruising Course”, ASA “104 Bareboat Cruising Course” or above
• Germany – “Sportbootführerschein See“ or above; SBF SEE, IWS / SKS / ICC
• Belgium – Algemeen Stuurbrevet/ Brevet de conduite général
• France – LE PERMIS PLAISANCE, Option Côtière ou extension Hauturière

If the sailing licence is in a language other than English or Greek, it must be accompanied by a certified translation.

It is imperative that you bring these sailing certificates or sailing qualifications with you. You will not be able to sail without these papers, and failure to supply information in advance could delay your departure from the base. The sailing experience you provide on your booking confirmation is required as proof of sailing experience for the Greek Port Authorities. Please bring any sailing certificates or sailing qualifications with you. If you do not have a recognized certificate, you should obtain one before your departure.

The skipper is responsible for confirming that the specifications of his license are consistent with the required competency in commanding a yacht of the size/type he or she will be chartering, as well as navigating waters comparable to those he or she will be visiting.

A copy of all sailing certificates must be sent to the base and received at least 2 weeks before the start of the charter. It is also required that skippers take their original copies of certificates with them, as they will be asked to present them with their boat paper to the port authorities on arrival.

If you do not hold a recognised sailing licence, we will assist you in finding an accredited program. Alternatively, you can request a skipper. Please contact one of our Vacation Planners to learn more!

*If applicable, the First Mate must may also be required to fill out a Declaration of Honour to provide a legal declaration to the Greek Port Authorities that said crew member is competent (able-bodied, and over 18 years), to crew aboard a chartered yacht.

Please contact one of our Vacation Planners to learn more!

To sail in this destination you’ll need a sailing licence. The requirement is (at min.) an ICC, RYA Day Skipper qualification or above. Original license/certificate must be presented upon check-in at the base. 
 
To charter in Turkey, there must be at least one certified skipper over 18 years old. The skipper should be competent at handling a yacht in close quarters, anchoring and mooring in varying conditions and be able to use navigation and pilotage skills to plan the day’s sailing and know your position at any time. 

*As a yacht skipper, you are required to have an official sailing license or a certificate issued by a government of state approved organisation as detailed below. 
 

Skipper is required to have one (1) of the following: 

• ICC (International Certificate of Competence), International  
• IPC (International Proficiency Certificate), America  
• Prerequisites: ASA 104
• NauticEd SLC (International Sailing License and Credentials), International  

OR 

• UK – MCA Master (Yacht less than 500 gt), RYA Day Skipper Shore based Certificate or above 
• USA – US Sailing “Basic Keelboat”, ASA 103 “Basic Coastal Cruising”, or above 
• Germany – “Sportbootführerschein (SBF) See“, or above 
• Belgium – Algemeen Stuurbrevet | Brevet de conduite général 
• France – LE PERMIS PLAISANCE, Option Côtière ou extension Hauturière 
• South Africa – SA Sailing (SAS) Day Skipper Licence 

It is essential that you take your original skippers license or certificate with you in the event that the Port Authorities ask you to present it to them. If you do not have an official sailing licence, by law the team at base will not be able to allow you to charter without an officially certified skipper onboard.

If you do not hold a recognised sailing licence, we will assist you in finding an accredited program.

Please contact one of our Holiday Planners to learn more!

To sail in this destination you’ll need one of the following certifications: ASA 104, US Sailing “Bareboat Cruising Course”, SLC, IPC, ICC. Original license/certificate must be submitted in advance and presented upon check in at the base.

To charter in Italy, there must be at least one certified skipper over 18 years old. The skipper should be competent at handling a yacht in close quarters, anchoring and mooring in varying conditions and be able to use navigation and pilotage skills to plan the day’s sailing and know your position at any time. As a yacht skipper, you are required to have an official sailing license or a certificate issued by the government of state approved organization as detailed below:

SKIPPERS MUST HAVE A SAILING LICENSE APPROVED IN THEIR COUNTRY OF ORIGIN:

Skipper is REQUIRED to have one (1) of the following:

• ICC (International Certificate of Competence), International
  • Prerequisites: RYA “Day Skipper Course” or complete the ICC Assessment form to prove competence from previous experience.
• IPC (International Proficiency Certificate), America
  • Prerequisites: ASA 104 or US Sailing “Bareboat Cruising Course”
• NauticEd SLC (International Sailing License and Credentials), International 

OR

• UK – RYA Day Skipper practical (with our without photo)
• USA – US Sailing “Bareboat Cruising Course”, ASA “104 Bareboat Cruising Course” or above
• Germany – “Sportbootführerschein See“ or above
• Belgium – Algemeen Stuurbrevet/ Brevet de conduite général
• France – LE PERMIS PLAISANCE European Citizens, Option Côtière ou extension Hauturière

The skipper is responsible for confirming that the specifications of his license are consistent with the required competency in commanding a yacht of the size/type he or she will be chartering, as well as navigating waters comparable to those he or she will be visiting.

If a Sailing License is not compulsory in their country of origin they must have a Declaration from the country’s authority stating that a sailing license is not required and this declaration must be on the skipper’s name. However we would recommend that European citizens have one of the above certificates which are recognized in Italy.

All sailing certificates must be sent to the base and received at least 2 weeks before the start of the charter. It is essential that you take your original skippers license or certificate with you in the event that the Port Authorities ask you to present it to them. If you do not have an official sailing license, by law the team at base will not be able to allow you to charter without an officially certified skipper onboard.

If you do not hold a recognized sailing license, we will assist you in finding an accredited program.

Please contact one of our Vacation Planners to learn more!

To charter in Seychelles, there must be at least one certified skipper over 18 years old. The skipper should be competent at handling a yacht in close quarters, anchoring and mooring in varying conditions and be able to use navigation and pilotage skills to plan the day’s sailing and know your position at any time. As a yacht skipper, you are required to have an official sailing license or a certificate issued by a government of state approved organization as detailed below:

Skipper is REQUIRED to have one (1) of the following:

• ICC (International Certificate of Competence), International
  • Prerequisites: RYA “Day Skipper Course” or complete the ICC Assessment form to prove competence from previous experience.
• IPC (International Proficiency Certificate), America (*Includes VHF endorsement)
  • Prerequisites: ASA 104 or US Sailing “Bareboat Cruising Course”
• NauticEd SLC (International Sailing License and Credentials), International (*Includes VHF endorsement)
• Or, local country equivalent (subject to the Seychelles authoritiy, SMSA’s approval)

OR

• UK – MCA Master (Yacht less than 500 gt), RYA Day Skipper Shorebased Certificate or above
• USA – US Sailing “Basic Keelboat”, ASA “103 Basic Coastal Cruising” or above
• Germany – “Sportbootführerschein See“ or above
• Belgium – Algemeen Stuurbrevet/ Brevet de conduite général
• France – Le Permis Plaisancer – Hauturier (offshore) Note that the “Le Permis Plaisance – Côtier (coastal)” will NOT be approved by the authorities.

It is a requirement that we submit the Sailing or Power Licence, and Guest/Crew List to the local authorities for approval. Please ensure you have submitted these no later that 14 days prior to departure.
If the sailing licence is in a language other than English or French, it must be accompanied by a certified translation.
The license must be submitted via your MyAccount for approval and the original must be presented at the base on check-in.
A VHF radio license can be submitted together with the sailing license.

If a Sailing License is not compulsory in their country of origin they must have a Declaration from the country’s authority stating that a sailing license is not required and this declaration must be on the skipper’s name. However we would recommend that European citizens have one of the above certificates which are recognized in Seychelles.

Please contact your Pre-Travel support agent for further information.

All sailing certificates must be sent to the base and received at least 2 weeks before the start of the charter. It is essential that you take your original skippers license or certificate with you in the event that the Port Authorities ask you to present it to them. If you do not have an official sailing license, by law the team at base will not be able to allow you to charter without an officially certified skipper onboard.

If you do not hold a recognized sailing license, we will assist you in finding an accredited program.

Please contact one of our Vacation Planners to learn more!

To sail in this destination, you are required to hold an officially recognised sailing license or certificate, as outlined in the list below. You will also need to complete our online sailing resume [hyperlink to resume link below]. Original license/certificate must be submitted in advance of travel & presented upon check-in at the base. Please note that the Abacos require a minimum Level 2 resume rating, while Nassau requires the skipper to be rated at Level 3.

To charter a sailing yacht in the Bahamas, there must be at least one certified skipper over 18 years old. The skipper should be competent at handling a yacht in close quarters, navigating in shallow waters, anchoring, and mooring in varying conditions. The skipper must be able to use navigation and piloting skills to plan the day’s sailing and know your position at any time.

As a yacht skipper, you are required to hold an official sailing license or certificate as detailed below:

Skippers Must Have A Sailing License Approved in their Country of Origin.

The Skipper is REQUIRED to have (1) of the following:

• NauticEd Bareboat Charter Master – https://www.nauticed.org/bahamian-certification-moorings
• NauticEd SLC (International Sailing License and Credentials), International
• IPC (International Proficiency Certificate), America
• ICC (International Certificate of Competence), International
• USA – US Sailing, “Bareboat Cruising Course”, ASA: “103- Coastal Cruising Course”, “104- Bareboat Cruising Course”, or above
• US Coast Guard License
• Or, local country equivalent (subject to approval)

The skipper is responsible for confirming that the specifications of his or her license are consistent with the required competency in commanding a yacht of the size/type he or she will be chartering, as well as navigating waters comparable to those he or she will be visiting.

A copy of all certificates must be uploaded to checklist and brought with you as they may be requested by the Port Authority.

If you do not hold a recognized sailing license, we will assist you in finding an accredited program. Please contact one of our Vacation Planners to learn more!

To sail in this destination you’ll need a sailing licence OR if you do not hold a license, you will need to complete our online sailing resume and achieve a Level 3 rating. The licence requirement is (at min.) an ICC, RYA Day Skipper qualification or above.

To charter in Tahiti, there must be at least one certified skipper over 18 years old. The skipper should be competent at handling a yacht in close quarters, navigating in shallow waters, anchoring and mooring in varying conditions and be able to use navigation and pilotage skills to plan the day’s sailing and know your position at any time.

As a yacht skipper, you are required to have an official sailing license or a certificate issued by a government of state approved organisation as detailed below, and achieve Level 3 on our online resume.

Skipper is required to have one (1) of the following:

• RYA Day Skipper Course
• ICC (International Certificate of Competence), International
• IPC (International Proficiency Certificate), America
  • Prerequisites: ASA 104 or US Sailing “Bareboat Cruising Course”
• NauticEd SLC (International Sailing License and Credentials), International

If you do not hold a recognised sailing licence, we will also accept a completed Resume to ensure you have the necessary experience required to charter yourself.

*Please note: you are required to receive a LEVEL 3 rating on your resume to charter in this destination if you do not hold a license.

Please contact one of our Vacation Planners to learn more!

To sail in this destination you’ll need a licence. Original license/certificate must be presented upon check-in at the base.

To charter in Croatia, there must be at least one certified skipper over 18 years old. The skipper should be competent at handling a yacht in close quarters, anchoring and mooring in varying conditions and be able to use navigation and pilotage skills to plan the day’s sailing and know your position at any time.

*As a yacht skipper, you are required to have a recognized Motor/Power Boat license from a recognized association AND/OR an ICC as detailed below:

Skipper is REQUIRED to have one (1) of the following licenses:

• NauticEd SLC-p (International Boating License and Credentials), International (*Includes VHF endorsement)
• IPC (International Proficiency Certificate), America (*Includes VHF endorsement)
  • Prerequisites: AB 104 or US PowerBoating Association “Inshore Powerboat Cruising”
• US PowerBoating Association – “Inshore Powerboat Cruising” or above
• American Boating Association – AB 103 (+VHF) or above
• RYA – “Level 2 Powerboat Handling” or above
• Or, local country equivalent (as listed on the Croatian authority’s list of accepted licences)

AND/OR

• ICC (International Certificate of Competence) in the Power 10 meters and over category
• + PLUS VHF Licence

Skipper is REQUIRED to have a VHF Radio Operator’s License.

A list of officially accepted licenses is available at the Croatian Ministry of Maritime Affairs. Please check the list of officially accepted licenses before contacting the base with any queries as the list is updated every few months. This list is organized by country and details the accepted competence levels for experience, boat size and distance-from-shoresailing for the various certificates accepted.

The skipper is responsible for confirming that the specifications of his license are consistent with the required competency in commanding a yacht of the size/type he or she will be chartering, as well as navigating waters comparable to those he or she will be visiting. Please contact your Vacation Planner for more information.

Note that licences are assessed based on gross tonnage limits, not propulsion type (sail/power).
What is Accepted:

• The bases in Croatia are not entitled to approve licenses. Accepted licenses are listed under this link provided by the Croatian Ministry of Sea.
• The list is organized by Country, making it easy to locate your licence.
• If the license is not listed, IT IS NOT ACCEPTED
  Customers need to present their original, accepted licenses in order to take over the boat

For all charters to Croatia, it is a requirement that we submit the Power Licence, and Guest/Crew List to the local authorities prior to departure. Please ensure you have submitted these no later that 14 days prior to departure. The original license must also be presented on check-in at the base.
The skipper is also REQUIRED to have a VHF radio license which can be submitted together with the sailing license.

The skipper is responsible for confirming that the specifications of his license are consistent with the required competency in commanding a yacht of the size/type he or she will be chartering, as well as navigating waters comparable to those he or she will be visiting. Please contact your Vacation Planner for more information.

It is essential that you take your original skippers license or certificate with you in the event that the Port Authorities ask you to present it to them. If you do not have an official sailing license, by law the team at base will not be able to allow you to charter without an officially certified skipper onboard.

If you do not hold a recognized sailing license, we will assist you in finding an accredited program.

Please contact one of our Vacation Planners to learn more!

To sail in this destination you’ll need a licence. Original license/certificate must be presented upon check-in at the base.

To charter a yacht in Greece, there must be at least one certified skipper and one able-bodied crew member, both over 18 years old. The skipper should be competent at handling a yacht in close quarters, anchoring and mooring in varying conditions and be able to use navigation and pilotage skills to plan the day’s sailing and know your position at any time.

The Skipper should nominate at least one crew member (as a First Mate). The First Mate needs to be over the age of 18, and able-bodied. A formal qualification is not necessarily required for the First Mate.

*As a yacht skipper, you are required to have a recognized Motor/Power Boat license from a recognized association AND/OR an ICC as detailed below:

Skipper is Required to have one of the following:

• US Power Boating Association – “Inshore Powerboat Cruising” or above
• Or a similar/equivalent certification from any recognized sailing association

AND/OR

• ICC (International Certificate of Competence) in the Power 10 meters and over category

The skipper is responsible for confirming that the specifications of his license are consistent with the required competency in commanding a yacht of the size/type he or she will be chartering, as well as navigating waters comparable to those he or she will be visiting.

A copy of all certificates must be sent to the base and received at least 2 weeks before the start of the charter. It is also required that skippers take their original copies of certificates with them, as they will be asked to present them with their boat paper to the port authorities on arrival.

If you do not hold a recognized power license, we will assist you in finding an accredited program. Alternatively, you can request a skipper. Please contact one of our Vacation Planners to learn more!

*If applicable, the First Mate must may also be required to fill out a Declaration of Honour to provide a legal declaration to the Greek Port Authorities that said crew member is competent (able-bodied, and over 18 years), to crew aboard a chartered yacht.

Please contact one of our Vacation Planners to learn more!

 
To charter in Turkey, there must be at least one certified skipper over 18 years old. The skipper should be competent at handling a yacht in close quarters, anchoring and mooring in varying conditions and be able to use navigation and pilotage skills to plan the day’s sailing and know your position at any time.

To charter in this destination you’ll need a licence. Original license/certificate must be presented upon check-in at the base. 

*As a yacht skipper, you are required to have a recognized Motor/Power Boat license or certificate issued by a government of state approved organisation as detailed below. 
 

Skipper is required to have one (1) of the following: 

• NauticEd SLC-p (International Boating License and Credentials), International 
• IPC (International Proficiency Certificate), America
• Prerequisites: AB 104 or US PowerBoating Association “Inshore Powerboat Cruising” 
• US PowerBoating Association – “Inshore Powerboat Cruising” or above 
• American Boating Association – AB 103 or above 
• RYA – “Level 2 Powerboat Handling” or above 
• Or a similar/equivalent certification from any recognized sailing association 

OR 

ICC (International Certificate of Competence) in the Power 10 meters and over category 

It is essential that you take your original skippers license or certificate with you in the event that the Port Authorities ask you to present it to them. If you do not have an official sailing licence, by law the team at base will not be able to allow you to charter without an officially certified skipper onboard. 

 If you do not hold a recognised sailing licence, we will assist you in finding an accredited program.

Please contact one of our Holiday Planners to learn more!

To charter in Seychelles, there must be at least one certified skipper over 18 years old. The skipper should be competent at handling a yacht in close quarters, anchoring and mooring in varying conditions and be able to use navigation and pilotage skills to plan the day’s sailing and know your position at any time. As a yacht skipper, you are required to have a recognized Motor/Power Boat license from a recognized association AND/OR an ICC as detailed below:

Skipper is Required to have one of the following:

• US Power Boating Association – “Inshore Powerboat Cruising” or above
• RYA – “Level 2 Powerboat Handling” or above
• Or a similar/equivalent certification from any recognized sailing association

AND/OR

• ICC (International Certificate of Competence) in the Power 10 meters and over category

Skipper is Required to have a VHF Radio Operators License:

The skipper is responsible for confirming that the specifications of his license are consistent with the required competency in commanding a yacht of the size/type he or she will be chartering, as well as navigating waters comparable to those he or she will be visiting.

It is essential that you take your original skippers license or certificate with you in the event that the Port Authorities ask you to present it to them. If you do not have an official sailing license, by law the team at base will not be able to allow you to charter without an officially certified skipper onboard.

If you do not hold a recognized sailing license, we will assist you in finding an accredited program.

Please contact one of our Vacation Planners to learn more!

To sail in this destination you are required to hold an officially recognized Motor/Power Boat license Original license/certificate must be submitted in advance of travel & presented upon check-in at the base. You will also need to complete our online power resume. Please note that the Abacos require a minimum Level 2 resume rating, while Nassau requires the skipper to be rated at Level 3.

To charter a power yacht in the Bahamas, there must be at least one certified skipper over 18 years old. The skipper should be competent at handling a yacht in close quarters, navigating in shallow waters, anchoring and mooring in varying conditions. The skipper must be able to use navigation and piloting skills to plan the day’s sailing and know your position at any time.

As a yacht skipper, you are required to hold an official recognized Motor/Power Boat license from a recognized association AND/OR an RYA /IPC/ICC/USCG License.

Skipper is Required to have one of the following:

• NauticEd Bareboat Charter Master – Power – https://www.nauticed.org/bahamian-certification-moorings 
• US Power Boating Association – “Inshore Powerboat Cruising” or above
• RYA – “Level 2 Powerboat Handling” or above
• IPC (International Proficiency Certificate) for Powerboat Cruising
• ICC (International Certificate of Competence) in the Power 10 meters and over category
• US Coast Guard License
• Or, local country equivalent (subject to approval)

The skipper is responsible for confirming that the specifications of his or her license are consistent with the required competency in commanding a yacht of the size/type he or she will be chartering, as well as navigating waters comparable to those he or she will be visiting.

A copy of all certificates must be uploaded to checklist and brought with you as they may be requested by the Port Authority.

If you do not hold a recognized sailing license, we will assist you in finding an accredited program.
Please contact one of our Vacation Planners to learn more!

To sail in this destination you’ll need a power licence OR if you do not hold a license, you will need to complete our online power resume and achieve a Level 3 rating. The licence requirement is (at min.) an ICC, RYA Day Skipper qualification or above.

To charter in Tahiti, there must be at least one certified skipper over 18 years old. The skipper should be competent at handling a yacht in close quarters, navigating in shallow waters, anchoring and mooring in varying conditions and be able to use navigation and pilotage skills to plan the day’s cruising and know your position at any time.

As a yacht skipper, you are required to have a recognized Motor/Power Boat license from a recognized association AND/OR an ICC as detailed below, and achieve Level 3 on our online resume:

Skipper is required to have one (1) of the following:
• US PowerBoating Association – “Inshore Powerboat Cruising” or above
• RYA – “Level 2 Powerboat Handling” or above
• Or a similar/equivalent certification from any recognized sailing association
• ICC (International Certificate of Competence) in the Power 10 meters and over category

If you do not hold a recognised licence, we will also accept a completed Resume to ensure you have the necessary experience required to charter yourself.

*Please note: you are required to receive a LEVEL 3 rating on your resume to charter in this destination if you do not hold a license.

Please contact one of our Vacation Planners to learn more!

To sail in this destination you’ll be required to hold an official recognized Motor/Power Boat license from a recognized association AND/OR an at least an ICC, RYA Day Skipper qualification or above. Original license/certificate must be submitted in advance of travel & presented upon check-in at the base.

To charter a power yacht in St Martin, there must be at least one certified skipper over 18 years old. The skipper should be competent at handling a yacht in close quarters, navigating in shallow waters, anchoring and mooring in varying conditions. The skipper must be able to use navigation and piloting skills to plan the day’s sailing and know your position at any time.

As a yacht skipper, you are required to hold an official recognized Motor/Power Boat license from a recognized association AND/OR an IPC/ICC/USCG License.

Skipper is Required to have one of the following:

• NauticEd Bareboat Charter Master – Power – https://www.nauticed.org/bahamian-certification-moorings 
• US Power Boating Association – “Inshore Powerboat Cruising” or above
• RYA – “Level 2 Powerboat Handling” or above
• IPC (International Proficiency Certificate) for Powerboat Cruising
• ICC (International Certificate of Competence) in the Power 10 meters and over category
• US Coast Guard License
• Or, local country equivalent (subject to approval)

The skipper is responsible for confirming that the specifications of his or her license are consistent with the required competency in commanding a yacht of the size/type he or she will be chartering, as well as navigating waters comparable to those he or she will be visiting.