Żeglarz Jachtowy
Entry-level sailing licence
Entry: From age 14 and a passed examination.
Scope: Sailing yachts on inland waters and yachts up to 12 m on specified coastal waters, within Polish statutory limits.
Course details
Polish qualifications explained
Polish licence names do not translate neatly into RYA or other national schemes. This guide keeps the official Polish name and explains the practical scope, entry requirements and next step.
Comparison
Start with the type of boat and the waters on which you want to sail.
Żeglarz Jachtowy
Entry: From age 14 and a passed examination.
Scope: Sailing yachts on inland waters and yachts up to 12 m on specified coastal waters, within Polish statutory limits.
Course detailsJachtowy Sternik Morski
Entry: From age 18, the required two sea passages and 200 hours of sea time, plus a passed examination.
Scope: Sailing yachts on inland waters and sailing yachts up to 18 m in hull length on sea waters.
Course detailsSternik Motorowodny
Entry: From age 14 and a passed examination.
Scope: Motorboats on inland waters and boats up to 12 m on specified coastal waters, within Polish statutory limits.
Course detailsLicencja na holowanie
Entry: From age 18, a qualifying powerboat licence and a passed examination.
Scope: Towing a water-skier and other floating equipment used for recreation or sport.
Course detailsOfficial fees
Course prices are separate from official examination and document fees. Check the current amount with us before your examination, as statutory fees may change.
| Qualification | Examination | Document |
|---|---|---|
| Żeglarz Jachtowy | 250 PLN | 50 PLN |
| Jachtowy Sternik Morski | 350 PLN | 50 PLN |
| Sternik Motorowodny | 250 PLN | 50 PLN |
| Towing endorsement | 250 PLN | 50 PLN |
Students under 26 may qualify for a 50% reduction on presentation of a valid document. Eligibility and fees are governed by current Polish regulations.
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