Croatia Bareboat Charter Requirements
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Croatia Bareboat Charter Requirements

21 July 2025

Croatia Bareboat Charter Requirements

Bareboat Charter regulations in Croatia

Croatia is one of the top charter destinations in the Mediterranean. With 602 islands and islets, the Dalmatian coast offers access to over 6,000 boats available for rent through professional charter companies. The region also boasts a well-developed sailing infrastructure, including modern marinas, shipyards, boat services, restaurants, and more.

Unlike many other countries, Croatia has clear and consistent rules and regulations regarding bareboat charters.

Required Documents for Bareboat Charter in Croatia:

  • Skipper’s sailing certificate or license
  • VHF radio operator license

Accepted Certificates by Country:

🇺🇸 United States

  • Skippers from the U.S. should hold an ASA or US Sailing IPC (International Proficiency Certificate). The IPC includes VHF endorsement, so one document covers both requirements. You can apply for the IPC online after completing ASA 103–104 courses.

🇨🇦 Canada

Canadian sailors must present one of the following certificates, along with a VHF operator certificate:

  • Intermediate Cruising Standard (Bareboat), issued by Voile Canada
  • IYT Bareboat Skipper or higher

🇬🇧United Kingdom

UK skippers must have a VHF operator license and one of the following:

  • RYA Day Skipper or higher
  • MCA Yachtmaster 500 GT or higher

🇩🇪 Germany

  • Sportbootführerschein See, issued by Deutscher Segler-Verband (or another authorized German body)

🇦🇺 Australia

  • Marine Licence Verification Certificate (IRMDL) issued by the Department of Transport and Main Roads
  • Boat Operator’s Licence, issued by the Government of South Australia
  • Recreational Skipper’s Ticket (RST) from the Department of Transport, Marine Safety

Complete list of sailing certificates accepted in Croatia

To view the full list of accepted certificates in Croatia, please check the official document provided by the Ministry of the Sea, Transport, and Infrastructure of the Republic of Croatia: certificates by country

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