Finding superyacht roles in Durban

How to arrive, check your entry papers and clear in at Durban Marina, with the rules the UK government lists. Jobs listed above are in Durban.

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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

SecurityDurban Marina lists 24-hour security. It also lists complimentary water.

Yacht clubsThe Point Yacht Club and the Royal Natal Yacht Club both have a restaurant, a bar and showers, according to the marina.

Marina teamThe marina team helps with laundry arrangements and transport bookings, including shuttles to King Shaka International Airport.

Port AuthorityThe marina says the Port Authority office is not open on weekends and public holidays.

Durban Marina website.

Rules and warnings

Entry rules and job scams

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 through air, land, sea and rail ports of entry must submit an online traveller declaration before travelling. Page current on 8 November 2026. Check the rules for your passport.

Scams

Job offers

The UK government says: "Be alert to the risk of scams, including through business or job opportunities". It also says not to meet up with or send money to someone you do not know or have not met in person. Page current on 8 November 2026.

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 Durban.

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