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Frequently asked questions

Is the broker's commission included in the quoted prices or will it be added?
Our commission is included in the price.

Do I need to pay any taxes if I keep my boat in Croatia under foreign flag?
No, no taxes need to be paid to Croatia. You only need to visit the harbour master after the completion of the purchase to issue (or update) the permission to sail in Croatian waters (called vignetta). The cost varies depending on the footage of your boat from 50-250 Euro and is valid for a year.

Can I start a charter business with myself as a skipper in Croatia?
Yes, you need to form a Croatian company and register the boat under Croatian flag. The Croatian VAT will need to be paid additionally, except if you buy a boat already in Croatian flag registered to a physical person or if the Croatian VAT is already paid. We are in close cooperation with major charter companies based in Croatia which can include your boat in their fleet. If the boat you are buying is already part of a charter fleet, arrangements can be made that the boat stays in charter.

What about EU VAT?
EU VAT is a confusing matter for buyers. A boat under EU flag can stay in Croatia without EU VAT paid for unlimited period. If the EU VAT for the boat you are buying has been paid in the past by a previous owner, we will make sure that all necessary proving documents will be handed to you. We can also give advice on Offshore registration as a solution to this issue.

Which is the usual procedure of buying a boat through Selymar Yachts?
The first step is find the boat (or boats) that meet(s) your requirements. We will provide you the information requested and if satisfying we will arrange an inspection. The Seller(s) is most of the times present at the inspection. A short sea trial can also take place. If you have found the boat that suits you, the next step is to create with you and the seller an inventory list which will become part of the purchase contract. After negotiating the price for your boat and the terms of payment and delivery between you and the seller, we will prepare the purchase and sale contract with all details of the transaction (like who is selling what to who and when and where payments and delivery will take place and what comes with the boat). If you wish, you can at this point invite a surveyor to perform a survey –at your cost- and make the contract subject to that survey. Note that we normally use the standard purchase and sale contract published by the ABYA (Association of Brokers and Yacht Agents) but alternatives are offered too. It is an agreement between you (the Buyer)and the Seller and will be signed by both. At this point we will check that the ownership situation and titles are clear and make sure that there are no encumbrances (marina fees, service bills, claims, lien etc). You will not be asked to perform any payment before all legal aspects have been settled. NOTE that you are more than welcome to hire a consulting company or a solicitor to represent you at the purchase. Contact us for recommendations.

How do I pay for the boat?
You would normally pay a deposit to Selymar Yachts within a few days after the signing of the contract in order to have a legally binding agreement. The payment of the rest of the purchase price will be transfered only after that all legal requirements have been taken care of by the Seller and only after all required documents have been handed to Selymar Yachts by the Seller. Note that the purchase and sale contract and the bill of sale that the Seller will provide will be notarised by a PUBLIC NOTARY. When Selymar Yachts receives the confirmation of the Seller that he has received the payment, we will hand you the ownership documents and the Seller will proceed with the de-registration of the boat and cancel the insurance. The final step for you is to form the new registration of the boat and arrange the insurance. There is export procedure involved in case you are buying a boat under Croatian flag which is normally completed within a few weeks.

Could you help me to find a way to transport a boat bought through you to my destination?
We can help to arrange direct transportation from Croatia, Slovenia or Greece to all major ports or destinations worldwide. Contact us for a quotation.

What about buying a charter boat during the charter season?
There are many boats for sale in Croatia which are part of charter fleet. If you decide to buy a boat during the charter season, you can get a good deal if you are willing to have the boat delivered after the end of the charter season. In other words, you can reserve the boat with a payment of an agreed deposit, you will use the boat for a few weeks during the summer and at the end of the charter season after checking the boat we will finalize the purchase.

Will I get any after sales assistance?
We can arrange transport and insurance for your new boat. We can assist you in finding a berth in Mediterranean. We can also recommend service companies that may be needed.

Contact us for further information!