Monaco Boat License and Marine Radio Training Programs at the Fontvieille Jetée, Monaco
Established in 1990, Monaco Plaisance SARL (MCMC) operates as a cornerstone of the Principality’s maritime community. Long recognized as an essential technical and logistical partner for competitive racers and private yachtsmen, the firm boasts a deep-rooted heritage in high-performance sailing. Most notably, the company played an instrumental role in the development and sustained success of the prestigious Smeralda 888 racing fleet, cementing its reputation as a leading authority in Mediterranean regatta operations.
Operating out of a dedicated facility at the Fontvieille Jetée, Monaco Plaisance also functions as a vital regulatory and educational hub for the region's mariners. In partnership with the Yacht Club de Monaco's La Belle Classe Academy, they offer training courses tailored to your needs and customised to suit your requirements in the heart of the Principality. The institution specializes in the comprehensive theoretical and practical instruction required to secure official nautical qualifications ensuring local vessel operators meet strict Navigational standards.
Beyond certification, the company operates a full-service technical division dedicated to elite vessel husbandry, marine engineering, and strategic consultancy. The firm handles complete lifecycle management for pleasure craft, ranging from routine vessel supervision and mechanical optimization to specialized brokerage and configuration consulting. Additionally, Monaco Plaisance anchors the local supply chain as an official regional distributor for the industry’s most respected maritime brands, equipping fleets with premium hardware and technical gear from North Sails, Harken, and Osculati.
Training Programs
Boating Licenses
- Monaco Coastal Licence: The coastal licence is the entry level in the world of boating and is required to register a power craft in Monaco. It allows you to sail within 5 nautical miles of a shelter along the coastline. The Monegasque coastal licence involves theoretical training and practical experience of boating to prepare you for the theoretical and practical exams and assist you in your future sailing adventures.
- Offshore Licence: The offshore licence will allow you to travel beyond 5 nautical miles with your motorboat without any distance restrictions. The training course, which lasts approximately one and a half months, prepares you for chart navigation and teaches you about currents and tides.
- Certificat Restreint Radio (French Exam): This certificate is very useful and can easily be prepared independently. It allows you to use radio equipment on board ships and, under certain conditions, enables you to obtain a French licence equivalent to the Monegasque licence.
- Practice or Theory Classes: In the classrooms or at your premises.
- Equivalence de Permis: You wish to obtain a French licence equivalent to your Monegasque or European licence.
LAST UPDATED ON Oct 24, 2026