Yacht crew careers in Brazil.
South America's gateway into superyachting — service-first crew, strong language skills, and a fast-growing pipeline into the Med and Caribbean.
Plan your Brazil seasonOur Brazilian hub supports crew from Rio, São Paulo, Santos, Florianópolis and across the continent. We map the cheapest legitimate STCW route, the right visa stack for your destination, and the CV format European captains actually read.
Year-round application support. Best window to land in Europe is March–May for the Med season; September–November for the Caribbean transatlantic move.
Why crew base themselves in Brazil.
- —Strong hospitality and service culture transfers directly to interior roles
- —Visa-free Schengen entry for Brazilian passport holders (90 days)
- —Local STCW providers in Rio and Santos at competitive pricing
- —Growing Brazilian crew network already placed across the Med fleet
- —Portuguese-speaking concierge support throughout the process
- —Direct CV introductions to tier-one European management houses
STCW routing
We compare Brazilian, French, and Spanish STCW providers — most Brazilian crew save €300–€700 by training locally before flying to Antibes or Palma.
Visa stack
Schengen for the Mediterranean, B1/B2 for US and Caribbean charter work, C1/D seafarer transit. We coordinate the consulate timing so nothing collides.
Atlantic crossing strategy
Late September dockwalking in Antibes and Palma is the highest-conversion window for Brazilians chasing the Caribbean season — we plan the budget and timing together.
Marinas & docks we work with
Marina da Glória (Rio) · Iate Clube do Rio de Janeiro · Marina Itajaí · Jurerê International (Florianópolis) · Santos
Questions about Brazil.
Can Brazilian crew really break into the superyacht industry?
Yes — Brazilian crew are highly regarded for hospitality, language skills, and service standards. The key barriers are STCW certification, the right visa pathway (B1/B2 or Schengen), and a CV formatted for European agencies.
Where should I do my STCW — Brazil or Europe?
Both work. Brazilian providers in Rio and Santos are cost-effective and IMO-recognised. Some crew prefer to do STCW in Antibes or Palma to be already on the ground for dockwalking. We'll model both routes for your budget.
Do I need a B1/B2 visa before flying to Europe?
Not for Schengen entry (Brazilian passport holders enter visa-free for 90 days). For US/Caribbean charter work, B1/B2 is essential — we guide the consulate appointment and documentation.