A question

[darren123]

If i am licensed to operate a commercial ship as a third mate such as bulk carriers, tankers, container ships, and i wished to buy my own boat maybe a 40 ft motor yacht or work on a super yacht would i have to take more courses and if yes, which ones.

[Robert]

If i am licensed to operate a commercial ship as a third mate such as bulk carriers, tankers, container ships, and i wished to buy my own boat maybe a 40 ft motor yacht or work on a super yacht would i have to take more courses and if yes, which ones.

You don't need anything to buy and operate your own yacht for personal use.

[Shellback]

You don't need anything to buy and operate your own yacht for personal use.

Correction Robert...You don't need anything but money!

[Diesel]

You are already qualified as 100 ton Master. You do not need a license to operate your own vessel up to 200 tons, or upgrade to 2nd Mate and do the 1600 ton Master crossover . Those are you options.

[Robert]

Correction Robert...You don't need anything but money!

I stand corrected Shellback. And man are you right about that!!!

[darren123]

even in international waters?

[Robert]

even in international waters?

Yes, US laws would be applicable on a US vessel in international waters.