Finding superyacht roles in Bridgetown

How to arrive, clear in and check your papers for yacht work at Bridgetown, Barbados.

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Jobs

Jobs near Bridgetown

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Arriving

What to do in your first week

Arrive by air

Grantley Adams International Airport is the only airport in Barbados. It is in the south-east of the island. The Government of Barbados says the west coast beaches are about half an hour away by road.

AirportGrantley Adams International Airport, Christ Church

Immigration, airport+1 246 535 4180

Dock walking

Helpful tips before walking the docks

Where yachts clearClearance is granted only in the Deep Water Harbour and at Port St Charles (Barbados Port Inc. Yacht Masters Guide).

Charter yachtsThe Yacht Masters Guide says no yacht is allowed to charter, rent, lease or work for money while it visits Barbados.

Leaving a yachtA crew member who wants to leave a yacht after clearance goes to the Immigration Office with the master. The master says whether he or she approves. Then the Immigration Officer decides.

Work rules

Long-term work permits

Long-term permits are valid for up to 3 years. The employer must show that no resident or Barbadian national can and will do the job. The application needs a medical form, 2 character references and evidence of qualifications. Check the rules for your passport.

Customs

Customs and Excise Department

The Comptroller of Customs has an office at Warrens Office Complex, Warrens, St. Michael. The phone is +1 246 535 8700.

Pay

Crew pay by yacht size

Role	45 to 50 m	70 m and over
Captain	EUR 9,000 to 12,000	EUR 15,000+
First Officer	EUR 4,500 to 6,000	EUR 7,000+
Chief Engineer	EUR 7,000 to 9,500	EUR 8,500+
Chef	EUR 5,500 to 6,500	EUR 8,000+
Bosun / 2nd Mate	EUR 3,200 to 4,000	EUR 5,000+
Chief Stew / Purser	EUR 2,800 to 4,000	EUR 3,000+
Deckhand	EUR 2,800 to 3,500	EUR 3,000+
Stew	EUR 2,200 to 2,500	EUR 2,200 to 2,500

UKSA salary guide 2025, in EUR. The guide does not state the pay period and is not specific to Bridgetown.

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