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Mar 27

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Case study: Italy’s D-Visa for seafarers

The debate over Italy’s D-Visa — what it does and doesn’t cover, who is eligible and how to get one — rumbles on. In the meantime, British captain, Billy Stevens, has kindly provided some detailed, factual information based on his and his crew’s own experience. Their boat will shortly be relocating to a new base in Italy, making for an excellent case study of crew requiring a long-term visa, which enables them to live and work in Italy for a year at a time. 1. Having attempted to apply for the D-Visa in Palma de Mallorca, Barcelona and Madrid*, they managed to book appointments** (with three weeks’ notice) in the UK, via the link below. Cost of the appointment is £15.00. https://conslondra.esteri.it/it/servizi-consolari-e-visti/servizi-per-il-cittadino-straniero/visti/ *Captain Stevens reports that while the Italian visa department in Madrid has issued D-Visas in the past, it will not be issuing any more.**Italian visa processing is carried out by visa outsourcer, VFS Global. 2. Having made the appointment, a list of required documentation is sent to the applicant. However, in Captain Stevens’ research, he learned that this list of documents is *incomplete* and further documentation is needed to complete the application at the in-person interview. Failing to […]

Mar 27

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Update: Italy’s D-Visa for seafarers

Following our news update in December about the Italian D-Visa for seafarers, there has been a fair amount of discussion about how it works and where to get one. We have also received feedback from clients aiming to obtain the newly available visa. The Italian association of maritime agents, Federagenti, has issued the below clarification about the D-Visa and what it covers. To recap, seafarers stationed in Italy, holding a contract requiring them to stay in the country for an extended period — beyond the 90 days (per 180 days) permitted by the Schengen C-Visa — can now apply for the D-Visa, which grants stays of up to one year. The D-Visa incorporates the C-Visa, obviating the need to apply for both, if travelling elsewhere in Schengen in the interim. However, it is important to note that the ‘D’ element of the visa is valid for Italy only. Elsewhere within Schengen, the 80/190 limitation remains, as per the standard C-Visa. Within Spain, the D-Visa is issued only by the Italian embassy in Madrid. To our knowledge, consulates in Palma de Mallorca and Barcelona will not issue the D-Visa, though please do let us know if you have managed to obtain […]

Mar 07

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Breakfast Seminars and Captains’ Dinner – Palma Yacht Show 2023

With the season ahead of us, this is the best time of the year to capture the attention of captains and crew to promote your visibility in the market. We boast an attractive guestlist and host our events at the most stunning locations around the city every year. Captains’ Dinner at the Museum. Saturday 29th April 2023. The most important event during the yacht show, exclusive for captains and sponsors. Previously staged at Es Baluard and the San Carlos Military Museum, the Palma Superyacht Show´s Captain’s Dinner is famously always held at the most spectacular locations in Palma city. This year the event will take place at the iconic Pueblo Español, and boasts a guestlist of over 120 selected captains and department heads. A cocktail hour, followed by a formal dinner and an evening dancing provides the perfect platform for face-to-face contact with captains and fellow industry professionals. Aside from the exclusive access packages, our sponsors are offered additional publicity through branded invitations, posters, and announcements to tens of thousands of industry key players, both before and after the event. You will also have the opportunity to place a reel on the screens inside the event on the evening, and add marketing material to a gift […]

Feb 25

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ESTELA Superyacht Charity Movie Night, Triangle of Sadness, 20th February 2023

Our superyacht charity movie night was a lot of fun! The event was a sell-out and we raised a decent amount of money for charity. Thanks to everyone who came, also to those who bought tickets but didn’t make it on the night, and of course, to all our sponsors who made it possible! The video of the event is here and for photos , check out the gallery here >> https://flic.kr/ps/3jEmfx Sponsored by: AYSS, Bluewater Crew & Training, Pantaenius Yacht Insurance, Hempel Yachts, e3 Systems, Termopetroli Port Adriano, Aquaglide, Viveco Yachts, Kingsber Crew Support, Starboard Card, UrbanApe e-Travel, The Islander Magazine, DrinkIn Academy, Highland Gold

Jan 11

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EU passport-stamping to end in May 2023

**UPDATE** Since publication of this post, the roll-out of EES has been postponed (again) until the end of 2023 at least. A new launch timeline is set to be decided in March. — The European Union’s new Entry/Exit System (EES) is set to go live this May. EES is an automated IT system for registering non-EU nationals travelling for a short stay (or transit), each time they cross the external borders of the EU. All travellers who require a short-stay visa, and those who do not, will be affected. The biggest change will be that passports are no longer stamped physically, but will instead be recorded on the system electronically. The purpose of EES is to make the border control process more efficient, automating day-counting (to prevent overstaying) and recording refusals of entry. Travellers will be verified biometrically by camera and fingerprint scanner. Even though the introduction of EES has been long trailed during the past five years, there remains uncertainty even now about how its introduction this spring will affect non-EU seafarers. At airports, immigration officers will supervise the self-scanning of passports, fingerprints and faces at new terminals. At ports, however, holders of biometric passports are currently not required […]

Dec 22

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Italy’s ‘D’ Visa; what does it mean for crew?

Crew movements in and out of Italy have been a pain point during the past year, with immigration officials declining to stamp passports of non-EU crew boarding yachts in its ports. The new rule — to no longer recognise vessels as ex-EU territory unless departing from the Area — meant that the 90-day period permitted under the Schengen ‘C’ short term visa continued to count down while in Italian waters. To great fanfare, it was announced recently that Italy would from 2023 offer its 365-day ‘D’ visa to seafarers, to get around the problem of overstaying. There had been some speculation among local agents that a new stamping protocol would also be (re-)introduced, while seafarer visa issues were being addressed. However, unfortunately this appears not to be the case. The ‘D’ visa entitles the holder to stay for up to 365 days in Italy only, which is useful for those non-EU crew stationed in the country for extended periods. It does nothing to address the issue of Schengen-wide travel rules. One benefit the D visa does offer is that it incorporates the ‘C’ visa, meaning that ‘D’ holders do not need to obtain a separate ‘C’ visa for travel around […]

Dec 21

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ESTELA’s A-Team Christmas Mission!

145 visualizzazioni 20 dic 2022Yes, it’s the annual ESTELA Christmas video!! Here at ESTELA, we go the extra mile for our superyacht clients and our Christmas gift deliveries are no exception. We engaged the services of The Helicopter Centre in Palma to distribute presents to Port Adriano, Pantalan del Mediterraneo and others as quickly as possible. Thanks to all for their cooperation! We hope you enjoy watching this as much as we enjoyed making it, we had a BLAST 💥 And don’t forget… “In 1850 ESTELA Shipping opened in the Balearics to help captains and owners solve problems. Today, ESTELA’s crack team of professionals are wanted by captains everywhere, surviving as agents of fortune. Whatever you need, from bunkering, formalities, provisions or delivering Christmas gifts, if you have a problem and if you know where to find them….maybe you can hire The E-Team.”

Dec 21

by ESTELA Shipping in Charter & Brokerage, Events, PRESS 0 comments tags: 2022, antigua, ayss, BARRY, CHARTER, CORAL, DUCK, FRANCESCO, GENNAI, OCEAN, SHERAKHAN, show

ANTIGUA CHARTER YACHT SHOW 2022

Earlier this month we attended the Antigua Charter Yacht Show, making a welcome return after a disrupted couple of years. Around forty of the largest charter yachts were on show to brokers and clients, with some 300 intermediaries in attendance and a similar number of colleagues from the maritime industry. Always a relaxed event, Francesco Gennai used the opportunity to catch up with friends, clients and partners, keeping a video diary, touring some boats on show and conducting interviews. In the videos below we start with pre-Show preparations and Day One activities. On Day Two, we spoke with Captain Barry Duck on the freshly refitted S/Y Afaet, talking about what makes an Antigua charter so enjoyable. On Day Three we tour the magnificent 1964 classic, MY Sherakhan, and chill out at the day’s after-party 🇦🇬 🎹 🎶 💃 🍹

Dec 01

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ESTELA Superyacht Charity Movie Night: TRIANGLE OF SADNESS – Palma – 20th Feb TICKETS NOW ON SALE

You may have heard about a brilliant new comedy/drama movie just released in several countries, ‘TRIANGLE OF SADNESS’. It stars Woody Harrelson and is set on board M/Y ‘Christina O’. Directed by Ruben Östlund, the film won the Palme d’Or at this year’s Cannes Film Festival.The film is an over-the-top look at the world of yachting, the super-rich and crew dynamics. It makes Below Deck look like a documentary! We have been lucky enough to see it and it is hilariously funny, simply a MUST for all yacht crew. Watch the trailer: Triangle of Sadness opens in Spain in February and we have arranged a private showing in Palma, *especially for yacht crew* (in English) directly after its release. Tickets are only €5.00*, with all ticket proceeds going to local charity Yachting Gives Back (http://www.yachtinggivesback.com/). Your ticket includes a free bar and finger food for 90 minutes before the movie starts. Come and join us for a fun winter’s evening that the weather can’t spoil! Get your tickets HERE >>> https://www.eventbrite.es/…/estela-superyacht-charity… Sponsored by: Bluewater Crew & Training, e3 Systems, Pantaenius, Hempel, Viveco Yachts, Kingsber Crew Support, Aquaglide, AYSS, Starboard Card, Urban Ape, DrinkIn, Highland Gold *Eventbrite adds a handling fee […]

Nov 21

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FOR SALE

26m Dalla Pietà 80HT, 2008 Asking price: €1,750,000 – incl. owning entity and charter licence Enquiries: francesco.gennai@estelashipping.net Accommodating up to 9 guests in 4 cabins, plus 3 crew, this fast motor yacht features a range of social areas and swim platform, perfect for private family use and for charter. The yacht can accommodate up to 12 guests for day use. The Venetian shipyard, Dalla Pietà, was founded in 1949 and is renowned for its high quality. This example has been well maintained and is presented in excellent condition.The interior features contemporary design with fine wood craftsmanship throughout. Three generous cabins (Owner, VIP and Guest) are all equipped with private bathrooms. The kitchen and dining area are located on the lower deck, while on the upper deck there is the saloon, with sofas and a central table. Her twin MTU 2200 engines give her a top speed of 36 knots, cruising comfortably at 30 knots thanks to a planing hull. Her flag is Malta and the yacht is offered for sale inclusive of her Maltese owning company, registered for commercial use, ready to charter from day one. Charter licence held for the Balearic Islands and Community of Valencia. Last survey completed: […]

Nov 10

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Flowers & Fun with Fronda

Congratulations to Fronda on opening their new store in Plaza España yesterday. Beautiful gifts, flowers, decorations and festive items 🎄

Oct 31

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Planning your superyacht marketing campaign for 2023? Here are FIVE good reasons to work with ESTELA

Oct 26

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End of Season Surreal Party 2022

You know that party we invited you to a couple of weeks ago? Well, this is how it went down

Oct 17

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An interview with Pedro Suasi, Balearic Yacht Destination

James van Bregt, Editor of ESTELA’s The Y Yachting Itineraries, interviews Pedro Suasi, manager of Balearic Yacht Destination (BYD), on the sidelines of Monaco Yacht Show As the promotional face of Balearic Marine, BYD facilitates the participation of members in superyacht shows, events and initiatives designed to promote the Balearics as a centre of maritime technical excellence and as a cruising destination. We discuss what BYD is, its remit, forthcoming events and initiatives and efforts to grow its membership. https://youtu.be/O4H6-lkA3w0 #superyachts #yachting #refit #Balearics #palmademallorca #Monaco #monacoyachtshow #yachtdestination #BalearicMarineCluster

Oct 06

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The Y Yachting Itineraries interviews SHADOWCAT at Monaco Yacht Show 2022

ESTELA’s The Y Yachting Itineraries with the team behind SHADOWCAT At the Monaco Yacht Show, the creators of groundbreaking support vessels such as Hodor, Wayfinder and Nebula tell us about the genesis of the catamaran platform and their partnership with digital shipbuilder, Incat Crowther, and Galician shipyard, Astilleros Armón, in northern Spain. Founder and CEO, Robert Smith, and Director of Sales & Marketing, Jennifer Johnson Smith, tell James van Bregt how a client’s brief to create a single chase boat carrier turned into an extreme 66-metre ‘toy box’. Hodor’s payload includes a 7.3m Novurania catamaran RIB, a 9m Metal Shark landing craft, a 16m Hydra-Sports 53 sports boat, a Ski Nautique and a 130-knot 388 Skater raceboat. Below deck are stowed nine jet skis, four Yamaha quad bikes, two Yamaha All Terrain Vehicles, four trail motorbikes, Laser dinghies and a Hobie Cat. The SEAmagine submersible sits in its own designated hangar. The team remained tight-lipped about their latest 79m SHADOWCAT project, capable of landing a Black Hawk helicopter, but we hope to learn more at next year’s show! #superyachts #yachting #supportvessels #shadowcat #astillerosarmon #incatcrowther #MonacoYachtShowhttps://youtu.be/iNNTj38IB1I

Oct 03

by admin in Crew Assistance & Support, SUPERYACHT AGENCY, Visa and immigration 0 comments tags: crew, EU, immigration, passport, Schengen rules, seafarers, Spain, stamping, superyachts, transit visa, visas

NOTICE FOR BRITISH CREW IN SPAIN AND THE EU

With the end of the Med season upon us, we have been asked by many (British) crew in the past days to sort out their passports for them. There’s a high occurrence of crew that have been aboard for the season without stamping out of the EU and onto the boat. This can mean that they have overstayed their permitted 90 days in the EU and is potentially a big problem. **Please note that these regulations are not new and have applied to British crew since Brexit came into effect.** Stepping onto a boat and marking up the crew list accordingly is not enough for non-EU crew. Only by attending Immigration police and having your passport stamped can your days in the EU be ‘stopped’. While the captain or purser should advise you of this requirement, it is ultimately the responsibility of the bearer to ensure that passports are correctly stamped and visas valid. A representative can visit immigration on most crew’s behalf; they are not required to attend in person. Note that crew must also stamp OFF the boat before travelling to the airport to fly home. Not doing so is technically illegal and can land you in trouble […]

Sep 27

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Yes, it’s back!

ESTELA’s End-of-Season Party returns after a two-year break, and we’re HERE for it!! Friday 7th October 7:00pm Blue Nest, Port Adriano, Mallorca Event Schedule: 7:00pm Opening Live Music: Kindalé – RUMBA 8:30pm Speech and event presentation 8:45 Finger food Live music: Small Axe – REGGAE 10:15pm Prize handout 10:30 Live Music: SIX OR NINE – ROCK 11:45pm DJ Partial free Bar Food The latest ‘Art Edition’ of The Y Yachting Itineraries is partly inspired by surrealist, Salvador Dalí. So wear something bonkers and show off your artistic self! A shuttle bus will bring guests from STP and Club de Mar to Port Adriano (and back). Places are limited, so to book your seat, send a wattsap message on +34 682 62 25 74 Previous events: https://www.flickr.com/photos/152389284@N03/albums

Sep 18

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END OF SEASON PARTY

Yes, the countdown is ON! Less than Three weeks, to go until ESTELA’s epic ***END OF SEASON PARTY***Save the date, put it in your calendar, and come and join us in Port Adriano for a fancy dress extravanganza, featuring free drinks, food, three live bands, a DJ and PRIZES!! Friday 7th October 19:00h Blue Nest Restaurant- Port Adriano See you there!(If you’re a business interested in sponsoring the event, putting up a prize, or partnering with us, get in touch)

Aug 24

by admin in SUPERYACHT AGENCY 0 comments tags: B1/B2, B1/B2 Visa, estela, seafarers, superyachts, US Visa, USA Visa, visa, yacht crew, yachting

The A to Z of B1/B2 Visas

(Updated 14th November, 2022) The transatlantic yachting season is here and crew recruitment remains hot. The Med season has seen a shortage of experienced crew, so those with B1/B2 visas are in especially great demand right now. If you don’t have yours already and are hoping to winter in the Americas, West Indies and the Caribbean, here’s what you need to know… The ‘B1/B2’ visa Non-immigrant visas for entering US territory temporarily are classified ‘B-1’ for business, ‘B-2’ for pleasure, or ‘B-1/B-2’ for a combination of both. Valid for up to 10 years for stays of up to six months, it is not specifically designed for yacht crew, but it is the most appropriate class of visa for the industry, says the US State Department. NB. DO NOT apply for the C-1 crewmember visa, as this is designed for other seafarers. Work restrictions Following a COVID-era tweak to the rules, non-US crew can work on foreign or US-flagged yachts in US waters, though NOT employed directly by a US employer or on a US-registered payroll. US taxation laws for foreign nationals are a world of pain anyway, so this is always best avoided in any case. Note that working, or […]

Aug 17

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America’s Cup challenger, INEOS Britannia touches down in Palma de Mallorca!

Palma de Mallorca was chosen as the team’s Winter Training Camp, ahead of the Cup competition in Barcelona in the autumn of 2024. “As a venue, Palma will offer a lot and it’s a great place to go and be for a winter in the northern hemisphere…” says Giles Scott, Tactician & Senior Sailor, Team INEOS Britannia. Of course, we agree that Palma de Mallorca is a great place for yachts and yachting people all year round. Not least because the fantastic ESTELA team is here to support you! But don’t forget, if you are planning to come to Barcelona for the America’s Cup itself, our ESTELA Barcelona team is already busy making plans. Berths and hotels are being booked NOW, while we are putting logistics in place for surrounding events. Barcelona will be FULL, so please don’t delay if you intend to come. Contact our colleagues, Romy Bourguignon and Gemma Castiñeira on yachts.barcelona@estelashipping.net or call +34 650 39 51 13 and they will be happy to get your bookings in place. #AmericasCup #INEOSBritannia #PalmadeMallorca #Barcelona #sailing #yachting #superyachts

Case study: Italy’s D-Visa for seafarers

Update: Italy’s D-Visa for seafarers

Breakfast Seminars and Captains’ Dinner – Palma Yacht Show 2023

ESTELA Superyacht Charity Movie Night, Triangle of Sadness, 20th February 2023

EU passport-stamping to end in May 2023

Italy’s ‘D’ Visa; what does it mean for crew?

ESTELA’s A-Team Christmas Mission!

ANTIGUA CHARTER YACHT SHOW 2022

ESTELA Superyacht Charity Movie Night: TRIANGLE OF SADNESS – Palma – 20th Feb TICKETS NOW ON SALE

FOR SALE

Flowers & Fun with Fronda

Planning your superyacht marketing campaign for 2023? Here are FIVE good reasons to work with ESTELA

End of Season Surreal Party 2022

An interview with Pedro Suasi, Balearic Yacht Destination

The Y Yachting Itineraries interviews SHADOWCAT at Monaco Yacht Show 2022

NOTICE FOR BRITISH CREW IN SPAIN AND THE EU

Yes, it’s back!

END OF SEASON PARTY

The A to Z of B1/B2 Visas

America’s Cup challenger, INEOS Britannia touches down in Palma de Mallorca!

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