Finding superyacht roles in Reykjavik

How to arrive, what the port requires of ships and crew, and where to check your papers for superyacht work in Reykjavik.

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Arriving

What to do in your first week

Fly into Keflavík Airport

Keflavík Airport is the international airport. Flybus runs between the airport and Reykjavik. The company says the trip takes around 45 minutes, depending on weather and traffic.

Airport to ReykjavikAround 45 minutes by Flybus (Flybus)

City stopBSÍ Bus Terminal. Hotel drop-off may cost extra

BaggageTwo bags up to 23 kg each included in the ticket

Dock walking

Helpful tips before walking the docks

These points come from the Faxaports port guide for visiting ships (2025).

Shore leaveCrew members are allowed to go ashore.

IdentificationCarry an identification card.

EnginesEngines may not run at the berth without permission from the harbour.

CustomsThe guide lists 200 cigarettes or equivalent, one litre of alcoholic drink, 24 bottles of beer or two litres of wine.

Visas

Icelandic entry rules

Iceland belongs to the Schengen cooperation. A Schengen visa issued by another member state also covers travel to Iceland. A visit of less than 90 days may need a visa. Check the rules for your passport.

Certificates

Crew certificates

The Icelandic Transport Authority (Samgöngustofa) holds the rules on ship manning, crew registration, crew certificates and maritime training. Ask it which certificates your flag and role need.

Port

Pilotage and notice

Pilotage is compulsory at Reykjavik for ships. The harbour office needs 24 hours' notice of arrival. The Coast Guard needs a report at least 24 hours before arrival through SafeSeaNet.

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 Reykjavik.

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