{"id":3125,"date":"2026-03-07T04:40:28","date_gmt":"2026-03-07T08:40:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.blueboatrental.fr\/?p=3125"},"modified":"2026-06-15T11:48:58","modified_gmt":"2026-06-15T15:48:58","slug":"permis-cotier-en-guadeloupe-tout-ce-quil-faut-savoir-pour-louer-un-bateau","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.blueboatrental.fr\/en\/permis-cotier-en-guadeloupe-tout-ce-quil-faut-savoir-pour-louer-un-bateau\/","title":{"rendered":"Coastal boating license in Guadeloupe: everything you need to know to rent a boat."},"content":{"rendered":"

Navigating the turquoise waters of Guadeloupe is an exceptional experience. But to legally rent a boat, it is essential to understand the rules governing pleasure boating, particularly the Coastal license<\/strong>. In this article, discover everything you need to know before setting sail.<\/p>

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What is a coastal permit?<\/h4>

The coastal license allows you to pilot a recreational motorboat up to 6 nautical miles (approximately 7 miles) from a shelter. It is required as soon as the engine power exceeds 6 horsepower (4.5 kW). This license is valid in Guadeloupe as well as in mainland France.<\/p>

Do you need a coastal license to rent a boat in Guadeloupe?<\/h4>

Yes, in the vast majority of cases. Rental companies require the presentation of Coastal license<\/strong> for any rental of a motorboat. However, some offer boats without a license, limited in power and range, perfect for a short coastal or mangrove ride.<\/p>

For example, renting a boat in Rivi\u00e8re-Sens to go to the Discovery of the secret bays of Les Saintes<\/a> requires the coastal permit.<\/p>

How to get the coastal license in Guadeloupe?<\/h4>

Getting this permit requires passing:<\/p>