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What the municipality says about the port, how to reach Hydra, Greek entry rules and pay by yacht size.

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At the port

Helpful tips before walking the docks

ShopsThe municipality says the port has supermarkets and other shops that serve the needs of crew (Hydra municipality).
Port duesPort dues are paid at the port authority of Hydra. Bring the shipping documents for the boat (Hydra municipality). Check the rules for your passport.
Port authorityPhone +30 22980 52279 (Hydra municipality).
MooringA PredictWind harbour listing says yachts moor stern to the quay and that the harbour is usually busy.
Entry rules

Schengen, the 90/180-day rule

The European Commission describes the 90/180-day rule for short stays in the Schengen area and links a short-stay calculator. The Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs says you may apply for a short-term Schengen visa or a long-term national visa for a stay of longer than 90 days. Check the rules for your passport.

Getting here

Flying Dolphin from Piraeus

Hydra is about 35 nautical miles from the port of Piraeus. Flying Dolphins leave Piraeus daily for Hydra and carry passengers only. The trip takes about 1 hour 30 minutes by Flying Dolphin and about 1 hour 45 minutes by Flying Cat. The municipality names Hellenic Seaways as the operator.

Pay

Crew pay by yacht size

Role45 to 50 m70 m and over
CaptainEUR 9,000 to 12,000EUR 15,000+
First OfficerEUR 4,500 to 6,000EUR 7,000+
Chief EngineerEUR 7,000 to 9,500EUR 8,500+
ChefEUR 5,500 to 6,500EUR 8,000+
Bosun / 2nd MateEUR 3,200 to 4,000EUR 5,000+
Chief Stew / PurserEUR 2,800 to 4,000EUR 3,000+
DeckhandEUR 2,800 to 3,500EUR 3,000+
StewEUR 2,200 to 2,500EUR 2,200 to 2,500

UKSA salary guide 2025, in EUR. The guide does not state the pay period and is not specific to Hydra. Check the rules for your passport.

Sources. Checked 7 November 2026.

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