ASA is proud to provide the first International Certificate of Competence (IPC) for American sailors. When renting ships in most European/Mediterranean waters, this certificate must be provided as proof of the bareboat chartering capability of Mediterranean chartering companies. Many companies require ASA logbooks and other forms of proof information.
Is it required?
ASA strongly recommends you apply for an International Proficiency Certificate if you are chartering in the Mediterranean as well as the inland waterways of Europe and northern Europe.
Who can get one?
Only sailors who have been certified through ASA 104, Bareboat Cruising can get the International Proficiency Certificate by completing the application below. The IPC is valid for 5 years from date of issue.
As of 10/28/14 the following countries accept the IPC certificate
Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Spain, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Turkey.