To charter a bareboat in Greece, the designated skipper must hold a valid sailing licence that is officially recognised by the Greek Port Authorities. This typically includes an International Certificate of Competence (ICC) or a national equivalent that demonstrates both practical and theoretical training. It's essential that the qualification includes hands-on sailing experience—not just classroom theory.

Be aware that some certificates, such as Day Skipper licences or those with limited coastal/mileage endorsements, may not always be accepted. Final approval is at the discretion of local Port Authorities, and in some cases, a second qualified crew member (co-skipper) may also be required to sign a declaration of competency.

You must present your original licence (not a copy) at the charter base during check-in for inspection by Port Authority officials. Without this, the boat cannot legally depart.

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