Finding superyacht roles in Cape Town

How to arrive, check your entry papers and find the yacht office and training in Cape Town. Jobs listed above are in Cape Town.

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Arriving

What to do in your first week

Check the entry rules for your passport

The UK government travel advice lists the entry rules for British passport holders. It was current on 8 November 2026. Check the rules for your passport.

StayUp to 90 days without a visa for business or tourism, for British citizens

PassportExpiry date at least 30 days after you leave, and at least 2 blank pages

DeclarationFrom 1 July 2026, an online traveller declaration before travelling

Dock walking

Helpful tips before walking the docks

Office hoursThe V&A Waterfront yacht office is open Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 17:00. An after-hours duty line is listed.

SeasonThe V&A describes the Cape Town season as counter-seasonal to the Mediterranean and Caribbean circuits.

Crew amenitiesThe V&A lists a concierge lounge with crew amenities at the Quay 7 superyacht basin, and 24-hour security with controlled access.

Support networkThe V&A lists a vetted network for boatbuilding, repair, chandlery and spares within 5 to 15 km of the harbour.

V&A Waterfront superyacht page.

Rules and training

Entry, training and personal safety

Immigration

Entry rules

The UK government says British citizens can visit South Africa without a visa for up to 90 days for business or tourism. The passport must be valid for at least 30 days after departure and have at least 2 blank pages. Page current on 8 November 2026. Check the rules for your passport.

Immigration

Traveller declaration

The UK government says that from 1 July 2026 all travellers entering or leaving South Africa must submit an online traveller declaration before travelling. Page current on 8 November 2026. Check the rules for your passport.

Training

STCW basic training

Super Yachting South Africa lists an STCW 2010 course. Its FAQ calls it a legislated requirement by the International Maritime Organization.

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 Cape Town.

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