{"id":22149,"date":"2025-08-01T10:50:19","date_gmt":"2025-08-01T14:50:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.assur360.ca\/boat-insurance-6\/florida-boat-insurance-quick-quote\/"},"modified":"2026-06-26T03:33:39","modified_gmt":"2026-06-26T07:33:39","slug":"florida-boat-insurance-quick-quote","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.assur360.ca\/en\/boat-insurance-6\/florida-boat-insurance-quick-quote\/","title":{"rendered":"Florida Boat Insurance \u2014 Quebec Boaters 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg,#0d1f2d,#1a3a4a);color:#fff;padding:60px 24px;border-radius:12px;margin-bottom:32px;\">\n  <div style=\"max-width:900px;margin:0 auto;text-align:center;\">\n    <div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">sommaire interactif<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #5b5b5b;color:#5b5b5b\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #5b5b5b;color:#5b5b5b\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 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href=\"https:\/\/www.assur360.ca\/en\/boat-insurance-6\/florida-boat-insurance-quick-quote\/#4-things-to-know-before-sailing-in-Florida\" >4 things to know before sailing in Florida<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.assur360.ca\/en\/boat-insurance-6\/florida-boat-insurance-quick-quote\/#Navigation-areas-covered\" >Navigation areas covered<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.assur360.ca\/en\/boat-insurance-6\/florida-boat-insurance-quick-quote\/#How-to-get-your-Florida-policy-in-4-steps\" >How to get your Florida policy in 4 steps<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.assur360.ca\/en\/boat-insurance-6\/florida-boat-insurance-quick-quote\/#Frequently-Asked-Questions-%E2%80%94-Florida-Boat-Insurance\" >Frequently Asked Questions \u2014 Florida Boat Insurance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.assur360.ca\/en\/boat-insurance-6\/florida-boat-insurance-quick-quote\/#Why-Assur360-for-your-boat-in-Florida\" >Why Assur360 for your boat in Florida<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.assur360.ca\/en\/boat-insurance-6\/florida-boat-insurance-quick-quote\/#Helpful-Resources\" >Helpful Resources<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.assur360.ca\/en\/boat-insurance-6\/florida-boat-insurance-quick-quote\/#Ready-to-insure-your-boat-in-Florida\" >Ready to insure your boat in Florida?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1 style=\"font-size:32px;line-height:1.2;margin:0 0 16px;color:#fff;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Florida-boat-insurance-for-Quebec-residents-%E2%80%94-2026\"><\/span>Florida boat insurance for Quebec residents \u2014 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n    <p style=\"font-size:18px;line-height:1.6;color:#cbd5e1;margin:0 0 28px;\">Specialized offshore policies for Quebec boat owners in Florida.<\/p>\n    <a href=\"\/\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#10c4c7;color:#0d1f2d;padding:16px 36px;border-radius:30px;font-weight:700;font-size:17px;text-decoration:none;margin-right:12px;\">Free quote\u2192<\/a>\n    <a href=\"tel:18663574451\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:transparent;color:#fff;border:2px solid #fff;padding:14px 34px;border-radius:30px;font-weight:700;font-size:17px;text-decoration:none;\">\u260e 1-866-357-4451<\/a>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why-a-specialized-Florida-police-force-is-essential\"><\/span>Why a specialized Florida police force is essential<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">More and more Quebecers own a boat moored in Florida \u2014 whether for the winter season, in a permanent marina (Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Tampa, Naples, Key West) or in co-ownership (boat club, fractional ownership). Canadian insurance policies generally do <strong>not automatically<\/strong> cover U.S.-based boats. <\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Assur360 offers <strong>Canada-USA multi-territory policies<\/strong> and <strong>compatible U.S. policies<\/strong> for Quebec homeowners. 2026 Average Premiums: <strong>$900 to $4,500 USD\/year<\/strong> depending on size, value, and hurricane exposure (Florida Zones A, B, C). All our brokers are <a href=\"https:\/\/lautorite.qc.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AMF<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/chad.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chamber of Insurance<\/a> certified.  <\/p>\n<section style=\"background:#0d1f2d;padding:32px 24px;border-radius:12px;margin:32px 0;\">\n  <div style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(4,1fr);gap:24px;text-align:center;\">\n    <div><div style=\"font-size:34px;font-weight:800;color:#10c4c7;\">$2M<\/div><div style=\"color:#cbd5e1;font-size:13px;\">Maximum CR<\/div><\/div>\n    <div><div style=\"font-size:34px;font-weight:800;color:#10c4c7;\">Multi<\/div><div style=\"color:#cbd5e1;font-size:13px;\">CA + US territories<\/div><\/div>\n    <div><div style=\"font-size:34px;font-weight:800;color:#10c4c7;\">20+<\/div><div style=\"color:#cbd5e1;font-size:13px;\">Insurers Compared<\/div><\/div>\n    <div><div style=\"font-size:34px;font-weight:800;color:#10c4c7;\">FR<\/div><div style=\"color:#cbd5e1;font-size:13px;\">100% Quebec service<\/div><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4-things-to-know-before-sailing-in-Florida\"><\/span>4 things to know before sailing in Florida<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div style=\"margin:24px 0;\">\n<div style=\"background:#f8fafc;border-top:4px solid #10c4c7;padding:24px;border-radius:8px;margin-bottom:16px;\"><h3 style=\"color:#0d1f2d;margin:0 0 10px;font-size:18px;\">Salt water and corrosion<\/h3><p style=\"color:#475569;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;margin:0;\">Any policy must explicitly cover <strong>saltwater navigation<\/strong> \u2014 corrosion, electrolysis, osmosis damage. Many Canadian policies exclude these risks by default. <\/p><\/div><div style=\"background:#f8fafc;border-top:4px solid #10c4c7;padding:24px;border-radius:8px;margin-bottom:16px;\"><h3 style=\"color:#0d1f2d;margin:0 0 10px;font-size:18px;\">Hurricane season (June 1 \u2013 Nov 30)<\/h3><p style=\"color:#475569;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;margin:0;\">Florida&#8217;s A and B zones (Keys, Biscayne Bay, Fort Lauderdale) are in <strong>hurricane zone<\/strong>. Separate deductibles apply (often 5-10% of the insured value) during the hurricane season. <\/p><\/div><div style=\"background:#f8fafc;border-top:4px solid #10c4c7;padding:24px;border-radius:8px;margin-bottom:16px;\"><h3 style=\"color:#0d1f2d;margin:0 0 10px;font-size:18px;\">USA Legal Obligation<\/h3><p style=\"color:#475569;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;margin:0;\">Florida does not require third-party liability insurance by state law, but all marinas, ports, and clubs require a <strong>minimum liability of US$300,000<\/strong> (often $500,000 \u2013 $1 million for yachts).<\/p><\/div><div style=\"background:#f8fafc;border-top:4px solid #10c4c7;padding:24px;border-radius:8px;margin-bottom:16px;\"><h3 style=\"color:#0d1f2d;margin:0 0 10px;font-size:18px;\">Crew Medical Coverage<\/h3><p style=\"color:#475569;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;margin:0;\">U.S. policies often include <strong>Medical Payments Coverage<\/strong> (up to $10,000 per injured person) \u2014 check on Canadian policies because it is absent by default.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<aside style=\"background:#fef2f2;border:2px solid #ef4444;border-radius:8px;padding:20px;margin:24px 0;\">\n  <strong style=\"color:#991b1b;\">\u26a0 Attention:<\/strong>\n  <span style=\"color:#7f1d1d;\">Many Quebec boaters mistakenly think that their Canadian policy automatically covers Florida. <strong>This is false<\/strong>. A declared out-of-territory claim = refusal of compensation. Always check the &#8220;territory&#8221; clause before crossing the border.  <\/span>\n<\/aside>\n\n<section style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg,#0d1f2d,#1a3a4a);color:#fff;padding:40px 24px;border-radius:12px;border:2px solid #10c4c7;margin:32px 0;text-align:center;\">\n  <h3 style=\"color:#fff;margin:0 0 12px;font-size:24px;\">Florida Boat Submission \u2014 3 minutes<\/h3>\n  <p style=\"color:#cbd5e1;margin:0 0 20px;\">Specialized offshore analysis + service in French.<\/p>\n  <a href=\"\/\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#10c4c7;color:#0d1f2d;padding:14px 32px;border-radius:30px;font-weight:700;text-decoration:none;\">Get started\u2192<\/a>\n<\/section>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Navigation-areas-covered\"><\/span>Navigation areas covered<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our offshore policies cover:  <strong>Miami, Miami Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Key Biscayne, Key Largo, Key West, Tampa, St. Petersburg, Naples, Fort Myers, Sarasota, Palm Beach, Jacksonville, Pensacola <\/strong>, the entire <strong>Intracoastal Waterway<\/strong>, the <strong>Everglades<\/strong> (navigable waters) and the crossing to the <strong>Bahamas<\/strong>.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How-to-get-your-Florida-policy-in-4-steps\"><\/span>How to get your Florida policy in 4 steps<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div style=\"display:flex;flex-direction:column;gap:16px;margin:24px 0;\">\n  <div style=\"display:flex;gap:16px;align-items:flex-start;background:#f8fafc;padding:20px;border-radius:8px;\"><div style=\"flex-shrink:0;width:36px;height:36px;background:#10c4c7;color:#fff;border-radius:50%;display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;font-weight:700;\">1<\/div><div><strong style=\"color:#0d1f2d;\">Form + Area Covered<\/strong> \u2014 Boat, Value, Florida Home Port, Offshore Navigation Experience (LTI, RYA).<\/div><\/div>\n  <div style=\"display:flex;gap:16px;align-items:flex-start;background:#f8fafc;padding:20px;border-radius:8px;\"><div style=\"flex-shrink:0;width:36px;height:36px;background:#10c4c7;color:#fff;border-radius:50%;display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;font-weight:700;\">2<\/div><div><strong style=\"color:#0d1f2d;\">Offshore analysis<\/strong> \u2014 our broker analyzes the cyclone risks, the type of navigation (coastal vs. bluewater), the periods of use.<\/div><\/div>\n  <div style=\"display:flex;gap:16px;align-items:flex-start;background:#f8fafc;padding:20px;border-radius:8px;\"><div style=\"flex-shrink:0;width:36px;height:36px;background:#10c4c7;color:#fff;border-radius:50%;display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;font-weight:700;\">3<\/div><div><strong style=\"color:#0d1f2d;\">3 quotes compared<\/strong> \u2014 Canadian vs. U.S. vs. Lloyd&#8217;s programs, with explanations of hurricane and excluded area deductibles.<\/div><\/div>\n  <div style=\"display:flex;gap:16px;align-items:flex-start;background:#f8fafc;padding:20px;border-radius:8px;\"><div style=\"flex-shrink:0;width:36px;height:36px;background:#10c4c7;color:#fff;border-radius:50%;display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;font-weight:700;\">4<\/div><div><strong style=\"color:#0d1f2d;\">Bilingual Issuance + Certificate<\/strong> \u2014 accepted by all Florida marinas and customs.<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently-Asked-Questions-%E2%80%94-Florida-Boat-Insurance\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions \u2014 Florida Boat Insurance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>1. Does my Quebec boat insurance cover Florida?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p>Generally <strong>no<\/strong>, or with significant limitations. Standard policies cover adjacent Canadian and U.S. waters, but not extended use in Florida or offshore navigation. A specific endorsement or dedicated policy is required.<\/p><\/details>\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>2. How much does Florida-based boat insurance cost?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p>From <strong>$900 to $6,800\/year<\/strong> depending on size, value, cyclone zone, and frequency of use. A 45-foot yacht moored in Miami costs about $2,200 \u2013 $3,500; in Nassau, $2,800 \u2013 $4,500.<\/p><\/details>\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>3. What is a hurricane deductible?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p>During hurricane season (June 1 \u2013 November 30), several insurers apply a <strong>separate deductible of 5% to 10% of the insured value<\/strong> for damages related to a named cyclone. For a $200,000 boat, this is a $10,000 \u2013 $20,000 deductible.<\/p><\/details>\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>4. Should I transfer my Canadian policy or purchase in the USA?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p>Two options: (1) keep your Quebec policy with a multi-territory endorsement (simpler, billed in CAD, service in French), or (2) purchase a U.S. policy (often cheaper for large boats, but in USD and in English). Our insurance broker will advise you.<\/p><\/details>\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>5. Is the Gulf Stream a risk area?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p>Yes. The Miami-Bimini crossing (80 km offshore) presents cross waves of 2-4 m, northeast current, and the presence of semis and cargo ships. A <strong>explicit bluewater policy<\/strong> is necessary \u2014 it represents 20-40% of the cost of a coastal policy.<\/p><\/details>\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>6. Is my boat reassembled in Quebec for the summer covered?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p>Yes, multi-territory policies automatically cover the return to Canada \u2014 by semi-trailer or by waterway (Intracoastal Waterway + Long Island Sound + canals). Check the &#8220;transport&#8221; section of the contract.<\/p><\/details>\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>7. What areas are covered?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p>According to the contract: <strong>Miami, Miami Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Key Biscayne, Key Largo, Key West, Tampa, St. Petersburg, Naples, Fort Myers, Sarasota, Palm Beach, Jacksonville, Pensacola<\/strong>, all of the <strong>Intracoastal Waterway<\/strong>, the <strong>Everglades<\/strong> (navigable waters), and the crossing to the <strong>Bahamas<\/strong>. Cyclone zones may require a seasonal endorsement.<\/p><\/details>\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>8. Is cyclone damage (Ian, Ida, Maria) covered?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p>Yes, under an all-risk bluewater policy, <strong>after applying the hurricane deductible<\/strong> (5-10% of the value). Damages are assessed in Miami or Nassau by a local marine expert mandated by the insurer.<\/p><\/details>\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>9. Can I rent my boat in Florida (charter)?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p>No under a recreational policy. Any rental (with or without crew) requires a commercial charter policy \u2014 usually 4-8% of the value per year, with an audit of the skipper and hired crews.<\/p><\/details>\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>10. How do I claim a claim outside Quebec?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p>Call 1-866-357-4451 \u2014 our Quebec team coordinates with local experts (in Florida or the Bahamas). Document photos, witnesses, Coast Guard report (Coast Guard, Royal Bahamas Defence Force) according to the location. Reimbursement in USD or CAD depending on the policy.<\/p><\/details>\n\n<section style=\"background:#f0fdfa;border-radius:12px;padding:32px;margin:32px 0;\">\n  <h2 style=\"color:#0d1f2d;margin:0 0 18px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why-Assur360-for-your-boat-in-Florida\"><\/span>Why Assur360 for your boat in Florida<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n  <div style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(2,1fr);gap:14px;\">\n    <div style=\"color:#0d1f2d;\"><span style=\"color:#10c4c7;font-weight:700;\">\u2713<\/span> Offshore + bluewater expertise<\/div>\n    <div style=\"color:#0d1f2d;\"><span style=\"color:#10c4c7;font-weight:700;\">\u2713<\/span> AMF + Chamber of Insurance certified brokers<\/div>\n    <div style=\"color:#0d1f2d;\"><span style=\"color:#10c4c7;font-weight:700;\">\u2713<\/span> Lloyd&#8217;s + US Marine Programs<\/div>\n    <div style=\"color:#0d1f2d;\"><span style=\"color:#10c4c7;font-weight:700;\">\u2713<\/span> Service in French, CAD billing possible<\/div>\n    <div style=\"color:#0d1f2d;\"><span style=\"color:#10c4c7;font-weight:700;\">\u2713<\/span> Remote claims coordination<\/div>\n    <div style=\"color:#0d1f2d;\"><span style=\"color:#10c4c7;font-weight:700;\">\u2713<\/span> 100,000+ Quebecers insured<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Helpful-Resources\"><\/span>Helpful Resources<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Consult: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.assur360.ca\/en\/boat-insurance-6\/\">boat insurance hub<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.assur360.ca\/en\/boat-insurance-6\/florida-boat-insurance-quick-quote\/\">Boat in Florida<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.assur360.ca\/en\/boat-insurance-6\/bahamas-boat-insurance-3-minute-quote\/\">Boat in the Bahamas<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.assur360.ca\/en\/boat-insurance-6\/\">yacht<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.assur360.ca\/en\/2026-boat-insurance-guide-in-quebec-rates-coverage-and-advice\/\">Boat Guide 2026<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.assur360.ca\/en\/home-insurance-3-minute-quote\/\">Dwelling (combo).<\/a> External references: <a href=\"https:\/\/lautorite.qc.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AMF<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ibc.ca\/qc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Insurance Bureau of Canada<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/tc.canada.ca\/fr\/transport-maritime\/embarcations-plaisance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Transport Canada<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhc.noaa.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">National Hurricane Center (NOAA).<\/a> <\/p>\n<section style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg,#0d1f2d,#1a3a4a);color:#fff;padding:48px 24px;border-radius:12px;text-align:center;margin:32px 0;\">\n  <h2 style=\"color:#fff;margin:0 0 12px;font-size:28px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ready-to-insure-your-boat-in-Florida\"><\/span>Ready to insure your boat in Florida?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n  <p style=\"color:#cbd5e1;margin:0 0 24px;font-size:16px;\">Offshore quote in 3 minutes \u2014 free.<\/p>\n  <a href=\"\/\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#10c4c7;color:#0d1f2d;padding:16px 36px;border-radius:30px;font-weight:700;text-decoration:none;margin:6px;\">Quote\u2192<\/a>\n  <a href=\"tel:18663574451\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:transparent;color:#fff;border:2px solid #fff;padding:14px 34px;border-radius:30px;font-weight:700;text-decoration:none;margin:6px;\">\u260e 1-866-357-4451<\/a>\n<\/section>\n\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"Article\",\"headline\":\"Boat Insurance Florida for Quebec Residents \u2014 2026\",\"description\":\"Quebec residents with boats in Florida: $2M liability, saltwater, hurricanes. Multi-territory policies. 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