Sailing boat on the Mar Menor, Allianz boat insurance for expats in Spain

Boat Insurance in Spain
for the Mar Menor and the Costa Cálida

Boat Insurance in Spain
for the Mar Menor and the Costa Cálida

From sailing boats and yachts to motor boats and jet skis, get your boat ready to sail with complete peace of mind: the compulsory liability cover required in Spain, towing at sea, wreck removal and full hull protection, arranged in English by your local Allianz agent.

Compulsory liability, towing at sea, wreck removal and full hull cover for sailing boats, motor boats and jet skis. Arranged in English.

Towing costs at sea reimbursed icon

Towing costs at sea reimbursed

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Wreck removal and salvage compensation

Meets Spanish maritime law (RD 607/1999) icon

Meets Spanish maritime law (RD 607/1999)

What’s covered

What’s covered

Sail the Costa Cálida or the open sea with complete peace of mind

Sail the Costa Cálida or the open sea with complete peace of mind

The sea gives no warning. Whether you skipper a small yacht, a racing sailboat, a jet ski on the Mar Menor or a motor boat, incidents close to shore or out at sea can be very costly. We protect your boat with specialist Allianz marine policies that respond to engine failures at sea, rescues, storms and the legal requirements of ports and the Harbour Master.

The sea gives no warning. Whether you skipper a small yacht, a racing sailboat, a jet ski on the Mar Menor or a motor boat, incidents close to shore or out at sea can be very costly. We protect your boat with specialist Allianz marine policies that respond to engine failures at sea, rescues, storms and the legal requirements of ports and the Harbour Master.

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Get your boat insurance quote

Leave your phone number, the type of boat (sailing, motor or inflatable), its length and where it’s moored, and our agents in Murcia will prepare your policy, in English.

FAQs

Boat insurance in Spain: frequently asked questions

Is boat insurance compulsory in Spain?
Yes. Under Royal Decree 607/1999, all motor-powered pleasure boats (including jet skis) and sailing boats longer than 6 metres must have third-party liability insurance. Without it you can be fined by the Guardia Civil or the Harbour Master, and marinas won't let you moor.
What if my engine fails and I need towing at sea?
With marine assistance cover, Allianz pays the bill from Salvamento Marítimo or a private towing company for bringing your boat to the nearest repair port, keeping your crew safe.
What is wreck removal cover?
If your boat sinks in a channel or in port, obstructing other boats or causing pollution, the authorities will require you to remove it. Wreck removal pays the high cost of the specialist company that raises it.
Can I insure my sailing boat or yacht against own damage?
Yes, with the Plus plan. Under Spanish or English conditions, we cover particular average: whether your hull scrapes a reef, your mast or sails are damaged in a storm, or your propeller hits a floating object, the policy pays the boatyard bills.
Are my passengers covered if they're injured on board?
Yes. The policy includes accident cover for people on board and for water-skiers you tow. If someone is injured in rough seas, or a swimmer is hit, the insurer pays medical costs and the agreed compensation.
My boat is moored in port over the winter. Is theft or vandalism covered?
Yes. With theft and vandalism cover you're compensated for the theft of the whole boat and for partial theft, such as the outboard engine, sounder, GPS and radio equipment.
Am I covered if I take part in amateur regattas?
Not with the standard policy, because racing increases the risk of collision. We can add a specific endorsement to your Allianz policy so you can race insured and meet federation rules.
Is the policy valid if I sail outside Spain?
The basic liability cover applies in EU jurisdictional waters and the Mediterranean, including crossings to the Balearics. If your boat is ocean-going and you plan longer passages, we adapt your policy internationally.
Who pays if I damage the pontoon or another boat while mooring?
Your liability cover pays for damage to port facilities, such as pontoons, water or power points, and for damage to the neighbouring boat.

AMB Seguros is an exclusive Allianz agency in the Region of Murcia specialising in insurance for pleasure boats, yachts and jet skis on the Mar Menor and the Costa Cálida. We know Spanish maritime law (RD 607/1999) and advise boat owners in English.