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Yes, you can now pay for a yacht charter in crypto
Through our partnership with BitCashier, you can now pay for your private yacht charter in cryptocurrency. It’s the same yachts, the same crew and the same service, with a simple, secure new way to pay.
More and more clients are asking whether they can use their digital assets to book a week at sea. The answer is now yes. Roccabella Yachts works with BitCashier, a specialist crypto payment provider for high-value transactions in the yachting industry, to make paying in crypto as smooth as a traditional bank transfer. The charter fee, VAT and APA can all be paid in crypto.
Accepted cryptocurrencies are confirmed at the time of booking.
How it works
Paying in crypto follows the same steps as any charter booking, with a few extra checks at the start. Your broker guides you through each one.
1. Choose your yacht
Your broker shortlists the right yachts, and once you’ve found the one, the charter contract is agreed as normal.
2. Quick verification
As with any high-value payment, you provide ID and confirm the source of funds, and the wallet is screened. This keeps everyone protected.
3. Pay securely
You receive a secure payment link, priced in the charter currency. Open it and pay from your wallet at a live rate, locked for a short window.
4. You’re booked
Your payment is converted and settled straight away, so the price you pay is the price you agreed, with no exposure to market swings after payment.
Why pay for your charter in crypto?
- Simplicity. Use the assets you already hold, without moving them to a bank first.
- Speed. The crypto side of the payment takes minutes, which is helpful when you’re securing a popular week.
- Certainty. Your rate is locked when you pay, and the amount is converted on receipt, so there are no surprises if the market moves.
- Security. Payments go through a secure, compliance-led process designed for high-value transactions.
Good to know
Paying in crypto is not anonymous. Identity and source-of-funds checks are the same standard applied to any large payment. Depending on where you live, spending crypto may also have tax implications, so it’s worth a quick word with your tax advisor before you pay.
Top tips for paying in crypto
- 01Have your documents ready. ID, proof of address and a recent exchange or wallet statement will speed up verification.
- 02Pay everything in one go. The charter fee, VAT and APA can all be paid in crypto, so there’s no need for a separate bank transfer.
- 03Pay from a wallet you control. Payments from your own wallet are quicker to verify than those from a third party.
- 04Keep your records. Save the invoice, transaction ID and settlement confirmation for your own accounts.
Frequently asked questions
Which cryptocurrencies can I use?
Bitcoin, Ethereum and the stablecoins USDT and USDC are typically accepted. Your broker will confirm the options when you book.
What happens if the price of Bitcoin changes?
Your invoice is priced in the charter currency. When you pay, the rate is locked for a short window and your payment is converted on receipt, so price movements afterwards don’t affect your booking.
Is it secure?
Yes. Payments are made through a secure portal, and every transaction goes through identity and wallet checks, just like any other high-value payment.
Can I pay the VAT and APA in crypto too?
Yes. The charter fee, VAT and APA can all be paid in crypto, so you can cover your whole charter the same way.
Can I pay part in crypto and part by bank transfer?
Ask your broker. Splitting payments between crypto and a traditional transfer can often be arranged.
Ready to charter with crypto?
Tell me where and when you’d like to go, and I’ll send you a selection of yachts and walk you through paying in crypto from start to finish.
Enquire now