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Finding superyacht roles in Exuma

How to arrive, clear in and check your papers for superyacht work in the Exumas.

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Arriving

What to do in your first week

Fly into Exuma International Airport

Bahamas Customs lists Exuma International Airport as a port of entry. Customs also lists the Exuma Public Dock, Emerald Bay Marina and Exuma Yacht Club Marina.

Customs, airportexumaairport@bahamas.gov.bs
Customs, public dockexumadock@bahamas.gov.bs
Dock walking

Helpful tips before walking the docks

Small docksStaniel Cay Yacht Club has 18 slips and a dock for yachts up to 210 ft. Many yachts use its 21 mooring balls. (Staniel Cay Yacht Club.)
DronesStaniel Cay Yacht Club prohibits drone use on its property.
Customs hoursCustoms offices usually work from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Overtime is usually US$50 per hour. (Association of Bahamas Marinas.)
ClearanceUntil Customs and Immigration clear a yacht, only the captain may go ashore. (Bahamas Customs.) Check the rules for your passport.
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 Exuma.

Sources. Checked 7 November 2026.

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