{"id":5148,"date":"2026-05-25T23:31:31","date_gmt":"2026-05-25T20:31:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.yacht-shore.com\/?p=5148"},"modified":"2026-05-25T23:35:19","modified_gmt":"2026-05-25T20:35:19","slug":"calling-at-limassol-marina-for-the-first-time-a-captains-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.yacht-shore.com\/ru\/calling-at-limassol-marina-for-the-first-time-a-captains-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Calling at Limassol Marina for the First Time: A Captain&#8217;s Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em>By Yacht Shore Services LTD | Limassol, Cyprus<\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Limassol Marina is one of the Eastern Mediterranean&#8217;s most prestigious yacht destinations \u2014 a full-service, modern marina in the heart of Cyprus&#8217;s busiest port city. If you are calling at Limassol Marina for the first time, this guide covers everything you need to know before you arrive: approach procedures, navigational aids, arrival formalities, mooring, shore power, and how to make your port call as smooth as possible.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>About Limassol Marina<\/h2>\n<p>Limassol Marina is a world-class facility located on the southern coast of Cyprus, adjacent to the historic old town of Limassol. It accommodates yachts and superyachts up to 115 metres in length, with over 650 berths for residents and visitors. The marina is operated to the highest standards and offers a full range of marine services, retail, dining and residential facilities within its waterfront complex.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Marina Coordinates:<\/strong> 34\u00b040.0&#8217;N \u2014 33\u00b002.4&#8217;E<\/p>\n<p>Cyprus is strategically positioned at the crossroads of Europe, the Middle East and North Africa \u2014 making Limassol Marina a natural waypoint for yachts transiting the Eastern Mediterranean.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Before You Arrive<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Appoint a Local Agent<\/strong> The single most important step before calling at Limassol Marina is to appoint a local yacht agent and notify them of your arrival as early as possible. A good agent will pre-clear your berth, coordinate with the marina and port authorities, and ensure customs and immigration formalities are arranged ahead of your arrival. Last-minute arrivals without an agent can cause significant delays \u2014 particularly outside office hours.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Submit Your Crew List in Advance<\/strong> Limassol Marina is a Port of Entry. Complete an IMO Crew List (IMO FAL Form 5) including all crew and passengers and forward it to Marina Reception prior to your arrival. Once received, it will be passed to all relevant authorities to minimise the duration of your check-in procedure on arrival.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Berth Reservation<\/strong> During peak season (May through October) berths fill quickly, especially for larger yachts. Always confirm your berth in advance. Your agent can handle this directly with the marina on your behalf.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Navigational Aids<\/h2>\n<p>Limassol Marina has installed three navigational aids in the waters outside the Marina to assist with safe approach and exit:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>RED &amp; WHITE Safe Water Mark<\/strong> \u2014 LFL 10 sec at: 34\u00b0 39&#8242;.558 N \u2014 033\u00b0 03&#8242;.003 E<\/li>\n<li><strong>GREEN Lateral Mark<\/strong> \u2014 Fl (2+1) 10 sec at: 34\u00b0 39&#8242;.754 N \u2014 033\u00b0 02&#8242;.733 E<\/li>\n<li><strong>RED Lateral Mark<\/strong> \u2014 Fl (2+1) 10 sec at: 34\u00b0 39&#8242;.655 N \u2014 033\u00b0 02&#8242;.676 E<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Located on the breakwater walls on each side of the Marina entrance are a Lighthouse, Green Starboard Mark and a Red Port Mark. Marina speed and navigation rules apply from this point onwards.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Approach Procedures<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Approaching from the East<\/strong> Leave the Safe Water Mark to PORT and the Green Lateral Mark to STARBOARD. Then pass between the Green and the Red Lateral Marks to reach the Lighthouse and the Marina entrance.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Approaching from the South<\/strong> You will cross the Limassol Commercial Port entrance and shipping channel. Before doing so, contact VTS (Limassol Vessel Traffic Services) on <strong>VHF Channel 09<\/strong> (VHF call: &#8220;VTS&#8221;) to obtain permission to cross. After crossing, leave the Safe Water Mark to STARBOARD and the Red Lateral Mark to PORT on your way to the Marina entrance.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>VHF Arrival Sequence<\/h2>\n<p>Follow this sequence carefully on approach:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>At 4NM from Limassol Marina<\/strong> \u2014 Contact Limassol Marina on <strong>VHF Channel 12<\/strong> to begin the arrival procedure.<\/li>\n<li><strong>At 3NM from Limassol Marina<\/strong> \u2014 Contact Limassol Port VTS on <strong>VHF Channel 09<\/strong> to request clearance to cross the shipping lane and port entrance. This is also required on departure.<\/li>\n<li><strong>At the entrance fairway mark<\/strong> \u2014 A Limassol Marina workboat will make contact on <strong>VHF Channel 12<\/strong> to guide you into the Marina and to your berth.<\/li>\n<li><strong>On the dockside<\/strong> \u2014 Marina Attendants will be on hand to assist with mooring lines and any other requests upon arrival.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Key Contacts:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Limassol Marina (VHF): Channel 12<\/li>\n<li>Limassol Marina Reception: +357 25 020 020<\/li>\n<li>Duty Marina Attendants: +357 95 115 268<\/li>\n<li>Limassol VTS: VHF Channel 09<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Mooring<\/h2>\n<p>Limassol Marina provides port and starboard ground mooring lines, designed to fall slightly short of your fairleads. Captains are asked to prepare port and starboard mooring lines on the bow \u2014 if possible with shackles \u2014 which will be secured to the ground moorings by the workboat.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Important:<\/strong> Use of an anchor is not required or permitted due to the presence of the mooring system.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Shore Power<\/h2>\n<p>Shore power is available at the berth:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>400A<\/strong> via industrial plug<\/li>\n<li><strong>125A<\/strong> via industrial plug<\/li>\n<li>Three-phase supply at <strong>400V (+\/- 10%)<\/strong> and <strong>50Hz<\/strong> \u2014 European standard<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Departure Procedures<\/h2>\n<p>Notify the following authorities and Marina Reception well in advance \u2014 preferably <strong>48 hours before departure:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Customs<\/li>\n<li>Immigration<\/li>\n<li>Marine Police<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For each sailing within Cyprus waters, inform Limassol Marina Reception of your intended itinerary using the IMO Crew List. Also contact VTS on VHF Channel 09 when crossing the shipping lane on departure.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Discharge Rules<\/h2>\n<p>Limassol Marina is a strict <strong>no discharge zone.<\/strong> Under Cyprus Law 57\/1989, no vessel may discharge black or grey water waste within 3NM of the Cyprus coastline or within its ports and harbours. Engine oils, fuels and contaminated bilge water must not be discharged into the sea.<\/p>\n<p>Pumping stations for sewage holding tanks, engine oil and bilge water are located at several points within the Marina. Contact Marina Reception to book the service. Violations may result in immediate contract termination and heavy fines.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Catering Waste \u2014 Non-EU Arrivals:<\/strong> Vessels arriving from outside the EU must collect all catering waste for alternative treatment in accordance with EU Regulation 1069\/2009. Bags and tags are provided by the Marina. Collection takes place daily at 08:00 and 17:00.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Contractors<\/h2>\n<p>Contractors will not be granted access to attend to yachts within Limassol Marina unless prior notification has been given by the owner or captain. All contractors must complete an approval procedure before being allowed to work within the Marina. Coordinate all technical visits through your local agent in advance.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Services Available at Limassol Marina<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Fuel Bunkering<\/strong> Fuel is available at the marina. Arrange bunkering through your agent in advance to confirm pricing, scheduling and delivery logistics.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Provisioning<\/strong> Cyprus offers excellent provisioning options. Fresh produce, premium goods and specialty items can be sourced and delivered directly to the vessel. Order in advance through your agent for the best results.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Technical Services<\/strong> A network of qualified marine engineers, electricians, mechanics and specialist technicians is available in Limassol. For technical issues, contact your agent as early as possible to schedule the right people.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Crew Changes<\/strong> Limassol is well connected via Larnaca International Airport, approximately 70 kilometres away. Crew transfers, airport pickups and visa coordination can all be arranged through your local agent.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Concierge and Shore-Side Support<\/strong> From restaurant reservations and car hire to crew welfare activities and guest experiences \u2014 Limassol has a great deal to offer.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>How Yacht Shore Services Can Help<\/h2>\n<p>Yacht Shore Services LTD is based at Limassol Marina and supports visiting yachts in Cyprus and across the Mediterranean. We handle everything from berth reservations and customs clearance to provisioning, bunkering, crew transfers and technical coordination \u2014 acting as your single point of contact from the moment you confirm your arrival to the moment you depart.<\/p>\n<p>We are available 24\/7 and pride ourselves on fast response times and flawless execution.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Contact us before your arrival:<\/strong> \ud83d\udce7 info@yacht-shore.com \ud83d\udcde +357 25 020 655 \ud83d\udcac WhatsApp: +35799662522 \ud83c\udf10 www.yacht-shore.com<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><em>Yacht Shore Services LTD \u2014 Limassol Marina, Building Block K, Shop 4, 3014 Limassol, Cyprus<\/em> <em>Yacht Agency | Yacht Management | Yacht Charter | Flag Registration Services<\/em><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Yacht Shore Services LTD | Limassol, Cyprus Limassol Marina is one of the Eastern Mediterranean&#8217;s most prestigious yacht destinations \u2014 a full-service, modern marina in the heart of Cyprus&#8217;s busiest port city. 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