Marine and Yacht Insurance in Spain In recent
years Spanish yacht insurance has seen some big changes due to the
huge increase during the last decade in the number of boats sailing
in Spanish waters. The consequent increase in accidents and injuries
has caused the government in Spain to introduce compulsory third
party liability insurance for pleasure boats sailing in Spanish
waters.
This covers all motor yachts (including motorsailers, jet skis and
jet bikes) and all sailing yachts over 6 metres.
The minimum limit of indemnity is 336.566,78 euros or about 240,000
sterling, although higher limits are available.
The insurance must provide cover for third party injury, material
damage and any consequential economic losses suffered.
All vessels must carry evidence of Third Party Liability Insurance
with minimum limits of indemnity as detailed above. This is usually
provided by means of a certificate of insurance (in the case of
vessels having flags from outside of Spain) or the policy schedule
and receipts in the case of Spanish flagged vessels.
Whilst legal requirements require only third party liability, most
boat owners take out comprehensive policies, which provide cover
for the hull and machinery.
It is an offence for anybody in charge of a vessel not to have the
appropriate yacht licence and if they are not in possession of the
said licence may have the vessel confiscated or be subject to a
fine.
We are able to insure all types of vessels including jet skies and
charter boats with skipper or without.
If you require a quotation or more information on any of the above
please contact us using the details at the bottom of the page or
forward your contact details in the box below.
For more information do not hesitate to contact
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