Finding superyacht roles in Panama City

Entry rules, the marinas where crew look for work and pay by yacht size. Jobs in Panama City are listed at the top of the page when they are posted.

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Arriving

What to do in your first week

Get from the airport to the Amador Causeway

The Panama Tourism Authority names Tocumen International Airport (PTY) as the airport for Flamenco Marina. Check prices before you book.

AirportTocumen International Airport (PTY)

Airport to Isla FlamencoAbout 25 minutes by car

Flamenco Marina to Panama City15 minutes (Flamenco Marina)

Dock walking

Helpful tips before walking the docks

Some of this is old, so we show the date.

Two marinasFlamenco Marina lists 260+ slips. La Playita Marina is smaller. Sources give about 40 berths or room for 80 boats. (Panama Tourism Authority; Superyacht Services Guide.)

Docking letterA circular from the Panama Maritime Authority dated 22 June 2015 says marinas and yacht clubs must check that newly docked yachts and sailboats have sent the authority a docking letter, the Carta de Atraque Yates. If not, the marina sends it. Check the current rule with the marina.

Offices on siteFlamenco Marina lists Maritime, Customs, APA (Panamanian Food Agency) and Immigration offices at the marina.

Crew roomsThe Superyacht Services Guide lists the Beach House Hotel at La Playita Marina as a crew accommodation option. The marina has a dinghy dock for crew on yachts at anchor, with a weekly fee.

Entry rules

Entry rules for visitors

Visa

90 days without a visa

90 days

Citizens of most countries do not need a visa and can stay for a maximum of 90 days. Some countries need a visa before travel. Panama Tourism Authority, information updated July 2025. Check the rules for your passport.

Customs

Declare above US$10,000

You only need to declare items at customs if you enter with cash, objects or documents valued at more than US$10,000. Check the rules for your passport.

Health

Yellow fever certificate

The Panama Tourism Authority says a yellow fever vaccination card is not mandatory on entry. It advises a card for travellers from some countries. Check the rules for your passport.

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 Panama City.

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