South African Yachties – Disclaimer

Last Updated: 16/06/2026

General Information

The information contained on this website is provided by South African Yachties (“we”, “us”, “our”) for general informational purposes only.

While we endeavour to keep the information on this website accurate, complete, and up to date, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, reliability, suitability, availability, or completeness of any information, services, documents, guidance, or related materials contained on this website.

Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk.

No Immigration or Legal Advice

South African Yachties provides administrative support, guidance, and assistance relating to visa applications, seafarer documentation, and the superyacht industry.

We are not:

  • Attorneys or legal practitioners;
  • Immigration consultants licensed by any government authority;
  • An embassy, consulate, visa centre, or government agency; or
  • A recruitment agency guaranteeing employment.

Information provided on this website or by our staff should not be construed as legal, immigration, employment, tax, or professional advice.

Clients should seek independent professional advice where appropriate.

No Guarantee of Visa Approval

South African Yachties assists applicants with preparing and submitting visa-related documentation.

However:

  • We do not issue visas;
  • We do not influence visa decisions;
  • We do not guarantee visa approvals;
  • We do not guarantee visa renewals; and
  • We do not guarantee processing times.

All visa applications are assessed solely by the relevant embassy, consulate, immigration authority, or government department.

Visa approval or refusal remains entirely at the discretion of the relevant authority.

South African Yachties shall not be held liable for any refusal, cancellation, delay, restriction, or revocation of a visa.

No Guarantee of Employment

South African Yachties may provide guidance, referrals, resources, industry information, or support relating to employment opportunities within the superyacht industry.

We do not guarantee:

  • Employment onboard any vessel;
  • Job interviews;
  • Crew placement;
  • Job offers;
  • Income levels;
  • Career progression; or
  • Future employment opportunities.

All hiring decisions are made independently by vessel owners, captains, yacht management companies, recruiters, or employers.

Visa and Immigration Requirements

Visa regulations, immigration requirements, and government policies frequently change without notice.

Although we strive to provide current information, we cannot guarantee that information published on this website will always reflect the latest requirements.

Users are responsible for confirming all visa, immigration, travel, employment, and documentation requirements directly with the relevant authorities before making decisions or submitting applications.

Client Responsibility

Applicants are solely responsible for:

  • Providing complete and accurate information;
  • Supplying genuine supporting documentation;
  • Reviewing all submitted forms before submission;
  • Meeting application deadlines; and
  • Complying with applicable immigration and employment laws.

South African Yachties accepts no responsibility for losses, delays, refusals, or adverse outcomes arising from inaccurate, incomplete, misleading, or fraudulent information provided by an applicant.

Third-Party Services and Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites, application portals, government websites, service providers, recruitment companies, training providers, or external resources.

These links are provided for convenience only.

South African Yachties has no control over and assumes no responsibility for:

  • Third-party content;
  • Third-party privacy practices;
  • Availability of external websites;
  • Actions of external service providers; or
  • Decisions made by government authorities.

Accessing third-party websites is entirely at your own risk.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, South African Yachties, its directors, employees, contractors, agents, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or economic loss arising from:

  • Visa refusals;
  • Visa delays;
  • Missed travel arrangements;
  • Missed employment opportunities;
  • Employment disputes;
  • Government decisions;
  • Processing delays by third parties;
  • Errors in information supplied by applicants; or
  • Use of this website.

Users acknowledge that visa applications and international travel inherently involve risks and uncertainties beyond the control of South African Yachties.

Testimonials and Success Stories

Testimonials, reviews, and success stories displayed on this website reflect the experiences of individual clients.

Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.

Individual circumstances vary, and results may differ significantly from one applicant to another.

Website Availability

We make reasonable efforts to keep this website operational and accessible.

However, we do not guarantee uninterrupted availability and accept no responsibility for temporary outages, technical failures, maintenance interruptions, cyber incidents, or system errors.

Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, branding, forms, images, downloads, and website design, remains the property of South African Yachties unless otherwise stated.

No material may be copied, reproduced, distributed, or used without prior written consent.

Governing Law

This disclaimer shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the Republic of South Africa.

Any disputes arising from the use of this website shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the South African courts.

Important Notice: South African Yachties provides administrative assistance and guidance only. Visa approvals, refusals, and processing times are determined solely by the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration authority. Submission of an application through our services does not guarantee approval, employment, travel authorization, or any specific outcome.

18. Contact Information

For any questions relating to these Terms and Conditions, please contact:

South African Yachties

South African Yachties Website

Email: dilys@southafricanyachties.co.za
Email: ct.office@southafricanyachties.co.za
Telephone: +27 79 075 0279