Do private boats go through customs?


Do private boats go through customs? Private yachts are required to undergo customs clearance when entering or leaving a country's territorial waters. You must report to the nearest Customs and Border Protection office within 24 hours of your arrival and be ready with the proper documentation for your private yacht.


Do private yacht owners tip their crew?

Usually it is rare to see private yacht owners giving tips, but it is not rare to see their guests, friends or family coming for a few days at no charge and then compensating the crew if they had a great trip.” “On the yachts, we worked on, definitely not – only charter guests tipped.”