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Finding superyacht roles in Chaguaramas

How to arrive, clear in and check the work permit rules for yacht work around Chaguaramas.

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Work rules

Work permits in Trinidad and Tobago

Who needs one

More than 30 days of work

The Work Permit Unit of the Ministry of National Security handles work permits. A non-national who works in Trinidad and Tobago for more than 30 days needs one. A visit of 30 days or less in a 12-month period does not need one.

How to apply

Online through TTBizLink

Applications for 1 to 9 people go online only, through TTBizLink. The help desk is eworkpermithelpdesk@mns.gov.tt, or 623-2441 ext 13005 or 13008. Check the rules for your passport.

Clearance

Clearing a yacht into Trinidad

Pre-arrival form

SailClear roll-out

SailClear is an electronic pre-arrival notification system for yachts and pleasure craft. It lets users send customs declarations online. The Trade Ministry reported a successful test in April 2026 (103.1FM). In July 2026 the Minister said it was not fully implemented yet (TTT News).

Government view

Clearance times

In July 2026 the Minister of Trade, Investment and Tourism said SailClear cut the average processing time for a yacht from four hours to 15 minutes (TTT News).

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 Chaguaramas.

Sources. Checked 8 November 2026.

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