What licenses are required to operate a yacht?
The following licenses and certificates are required for yacht management:
International Certificate of Competence (ICC): Recognized in most countries and confirms yacht management skills.
RYA (Royal Yachting Association) Certificates: Include several levels of training, from basic to captain level.
National licenses: In some countries, national licenses are required, such as the “Captain of a small vessel” in Russia.
Medical certificate: Confirmation of medical fitness to operate a yacht.
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