SELL YOUR BOAT
Free valuation · only 5% commission
Sell your boat Italy and let European Yacht Brokers handle every detail, from first enquiry to final paperwork, for owners in Italy. Your journey starts with a consultation with our head office, which provides an initial valuation and explains the 5% commission and sale conditions. The entire transaction is managed by EYB, with local support from a broker who understands Italy’s market and regulations. Our in-house lawyer prepares mandates and contracts, and the marketing team delivers targeted promotion to reach buyers across Italy and internationally. With EYB, your sale is organised for maximum exposure and legal security.
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European Yacht Brokers supports you in Italy by overseeing each stage of selling your boat, from valuation and international marketing to viewings and legal administration, with local knowledge and international buyer reach.
To start the process of selling your boat in Italy, reach out directly to European Yacht Brokers head office. During your first contact, the head office will want to know all relevant information about your vessel, from its technical specifications to its condition and recent service records. With these details, EYB can offer you an initial valuation for your boat, taking into account the current market and similar boats in Italy. Keep in mind that this valuation serves as a guide, not a fixed sale price.
Once you have provided the necessary information, the head office will discuss and agree on the terms of the sale with you. EYB works with a flat 5% commission for owners listing their boats. After you agree to the terms, the sale of your yacht is managed in close collaboration with you.
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Listing your boat for sale Italy through EYB means you benefit from a coordinated system that covers both local and international aspects. The EYB head office is responsible for managing the overall sale, from your first enquiry to the handover. This central approach guarantees consistency and professionalism throughout every step.
An EYB broker who understands the Italy region will assist with viewings and respond to local enquiries, always following the specific requirements for brokerage in Italy. Their local presence is key to providing relevant support and creating a positive experience for both sellers and potential buyers.
At the same time, EYB’s reach extends far beyond Italy. Your boat will be promoted to international markets, tapping into a global pool of buyers. This broad exposure is designed to attract interest from serious buyers wherever they are, giving your boat the best chance of selling.
A specialist lawyer oversees the legal process when you choose to sell your boat Italy through European Yacht Brokers. This legal expert drafts the necessary sales mandate and sale contract, making sure all documents are accurate and comply with Italy laws. Their experience means that your sale is structured correctly from the start.
In addition to document preparation, registration and related administration are managed seamlessly by the legal team. You are kept informed at each stage, while the professionals handle the details. With EYB, your transaction benefits from a thorough and reliable legal approach.
To maximise interest in your boat in Italy, EYB’s marketing department employs a robust promotional plan. Your listing benefits from advanced SEO techniques, targeted posts on social media and exposure on all relevant national and international sales platforms. This comprehensive strategy is designed to place your boat in front of buyers from Italy and the wider global market.
By combining digital marketing with broad platform coverage, the marketing team ensures your boat receives the attention it deserves. Their efforts work hand in hand with the sales department, ensuring that every potential buyer who shows interest is followed up with detailed information and personal attention.
Our sales team is dedicated to managing all enquiries about your boat in Italy and will assist potential buyers every step of the way. We arrange and supervise viewings, ensuring that every interested party receives thorough information and a professional introduction to your vessel. By presenting your boat in the best possible light, we help encourage serious offers and keep the process running smoothly.
We understand that clear communication is crucial for international sales, so our team handles negotiations and answers questions in the relevant languages. This allows us to connect with buyers from many countries, maximise interest, and make sure your sale is as straightforward as possible in both Italy and international markets.
Italy’s national Code of Recreational Boating contains the framework for the mediatore del diporto, including mediation connected with recreational-vessel sale contracts. The provisions apply in Italy because brokerage requirements are set nationally, not through a separate regional licence. Normattiva, Legislative Decree 171/2005
The Chamber of Commerce describes the regulated activity and its requirements. The term broker alone does not establish that a person meets them. Chamber of Commerce, Mediatore del diporto
EYB arranges local brokerage support in Italy in line with applicable Italian requirements. Head office coordinates the sale, and EYB’s qualified lawyer prepares the mandate and contract and handles relevant administration.
Selling your boat in Italy through European Yacht Brokers means all viewings are managed efficiently by our head office and supported by a knowledgeable local broker. The broker ensures that viewings, surveys, and sea trials take place in accordance with brokerage regulations in Italy. Buyers are offered the opportunity to carry out a survey and sea trial as part of their decision-making. You benefit from our expertise at each stage, making sure each step meets both your needs and all legal criteria.
When you accept an offer, the buyer secures the agreement by depositing 10% of the sale price into a designated escrow account. This deposit is held while the contract conditions, as outlined in the agreement, are fulfilled by both parties.
After all contract terms are satisfied, the final payment is transferred straight to you, completing the sale. This process safeguards your interests and ensures a straightforward transfer of ownership.
Seller's checklist
Italy has 151 marinas listed by European Yacht Brokers across 15 regions, including Sardinia with 30 marinas, Liguria 18, Sicily 19 and Tuscany 13. Among these, Porto di Alghero offers 2119 berths and accommodates boats up to 60 metres, while Marina di Cala del Sole in Licata has 1502 berths and takes vessels up to 70 metres. Porto di Lavagna provides 1400 berths for boats up to 50 metres, and La Marina Dorica in Ancona has 1280 berths. Porto di Imperia in Porto Maurizio accommodates boats up to 90 metres with 1245 berths, and Marina Punta Faro in Lignano Sabbiadoro offers 1200 berths for boats up to 35 metres. Riva di Traiano in Civitavecchia provides 1180 berths for boats up to 42 metres, Marinara – Marina di Ravenna has 1152 berths for boats up to 30 metres, and Marina di Loano offers 1000 berths accommodating boats up to 77 metres, as does Marina d’Arechi in Salerno for boats up to 50 metres.
At Porto di Alghero, early summer offers sunny, relatively dry conditions with winds commonly around 10–18 knots, though crews should check forecasts due to frequent Mistral and Scirocco winds reaching 30 knots. Marina di Cala del Sole provides a protected harbour with easy access to moorings, a 6-metre entrance and a 4-metre dock depth suitable for passage planning. La Marina Dorica, located on the Adriatic beside the Conero coast, features a weather station and webcam to monitor conditions.
From a base at Porto di Alghero, a vessel can explore north-west Sardinia with harbour boat trips to Neptune’s Cave and engage in sailing, windsurfing, diving and other water sports along the Coral Riviera and the protected coast of Capo Caccia–Isola Piana. Marina di Cala del Sole provides access to Licata, part of Sicily’s Route of the Gods, as well as sailing towards the Punta Bianca Reserve and the wider southern-Sicily inland and coastal itinerary. At Porto di Lavagna, there are berths for vessels measuring from 8 to 51 metres, alongside a diving centre, sailing-related boat services and seasonal ferry excursions along the Ligurian coast to the Cinque Terre, Portofino, Portovenere and San Fruttuoso.
Alghero Riviera del Corallo Airport (AHO) is the nearest airport to Porto di Alghero at 13 km. Catania Fontanarossa Vincenzo Bellini Airport (CTA) serves Marina di Cala del Sole at 128 km, Marina di Portorosa at 164 km, and Porto turistico di San Leone at 160 km. Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA) is the closest to Porto di Lavagna at 51 km, Marina di Loano at 73 km, Marina di Andora at 98 km, and Marina di Varazze at 36 km. Ancona Raffaello Sanzio International Airport (AOI) is nearest to La Marina Dorica at 19 km, Marina di Porto San Giorgio at 70 km, Porto Turistico di Numana at 33 km, and Porto Civitanova Marche at 55 km. Nice Cote d’Azur Airport (NCE) is the nearest to Porto di Imperia at 90 km, Marina degli Aregai at 79 km, and Portosole Sanremo at 67 km.
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Start by reaching out to EYB head office, where you’ll discuss your boat and get an initial valuation. After setting the sale terms, EYB’s team handles marketing, legal documents, and buyer enquiries. A regional broker supports in-person viewings in Italy, ensuring a smooth process from listing to final sale.
Your boat’s sales mandate and contract are handled by a qualified lawyer. This professional oversees the preparation of both documents, manages the registration process, and looks after all related administration. You can rely on the lawyer to ensure every legal detail is managed correctly and efficiently in Italy.
European Yacht Brokers charges a flat 5% commission to owners who list their boat for sale Italy. This straightforward fee applies regardless of your boat’s value, so you always know what to expect. EYB believes in transparent pricing for every sale, with no hidden charges or complicated rates.
Viewings of your boat in Italy can be arranged for buyers. Once the enquiry is made, European Yacht Brokers’ head office and a local area broker collaborate to organise and support the viewing, always in accordance with Italy’s brokerage requirements. This ensures a smooth and compliant process for every viewing.
EYB enables buyers to request surveys or sea trials for boats in Italy. Your appointed local broker coordinates these arrangements as required under Italy regulations. This ensures the buyer can assess the boat fully before signing the sale contract, giving transparency and security to both parties.
After agreement on both the offer and sale terms, EYB instructs the buyer to transfer a 10% deposit into escrow. This deposit remains secure while all conditions in the contract are fulfilled. EYB ensures the seller receives the balance only when these requirements have been met.
This page covers the 151 marinas in Italy on the EYB list, across 15 regions. Each region has its own page, linked in the section below.
Your boat is marketed to an international audience when you list with EYB. Our marketing department leverages SEO, a strong social media presence and international sales platforms to reach buyers beyond Italy and Italy, increasing your opportunities to sell.
To get an initial valuation for your boat, simply contact the EYB head office. You will discuss your vessel and its details directly with a member of the team. After reviewing your information, EYB provides you with an estimated value, though this is not a guaranteed sale price.
151 marinas in Italy on our list, across 15 regions.
If you are considering selling your boat in Italy, we encourage you to reach out to EYB head office. Our team can discuss your specific needs and explain the process. Contact us today to take the first step towards listing your boat with European Yacht Brokers.
We only charge 5% commission.
Enquiries are handled by European Yacht Brokers, who cover any port in the Mediterranean. Call or WhatsApp +39 351 949 3538.
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