Finding superyacht roles in Rio de Janeiro
How to arrive, clear a yacht and check the entry papers for superyacht work in Rio de Janeiro.
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Fly into Santos Dumont Airport
Marina da Glória is next to Santos Dumont Airport and close to the city centre (Marina da Glória).
Visas, work and charter
Length of stay
The yacht may stay as long as the Federal Police grant the person responsible for it. An extension needs an extended visit visa, requested before the first period ends (Receita Federal, updated 27 December 2022). Check the rules for your passport.
No economic activity
A yacht admitted temporarily for tourism may not be used in any economic activity. The penalty for breaking a condition is a fine of 10 per cent of the customs value of the yacht (Receita Federal, updated 27 December 2022).
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 Rio de Janeiro.
Sources. Checked 8 November 2026.
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