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Marine & yacht insurance

Cover for boats, yachts and watercraft in UAE waters.

Marine insurance in the UAE covers boats, yachts and personal watercraft against damage, theft, and third-party liability on the water. It is optional, though marinas often require liability cover before a berth. Compare the hull value insured, the cruising area, third-party liability limits, and crew and salvage cover.

What to compare

The points that decide whether the cover is worth it.

Hull cover

Damage to the boat itself, on the agreed value or market value.

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Third-party liability

Required by many marinas before they grant a berth.

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Cruising area

Where you are covered to sail. Going outside it can void a claim.

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Salvage & wreck

Removal and salvage costs, which can be large.

Marine & yacht insurance: common questions

Do I need insurance for a boat in the UAE?

Boat insurance is not always legally required, but marinas usually require third-party liability cover before granting a berth, and lenders require hull cover on financed boats. It also protects an expensive asset.

What is agreed value vs market value for a yacht?

Agreed value pays a fixed sum set when you buy the policy if the boat is a total loss. Market value pays what the boat is worth at the time of the claim, which is usually lower. Check which your policy uses.

What can void a marine claim?

Sailing outside the cruising area on the policy, using the boat for unpermitted commercial use, and poor maintenance are common reasons a claim fails. Read the policy conditions.

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Check the cruising area

Sailing outside your covered area can void a claim. Compare the limits and the area.

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