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End of ‘embassy shopping’: US restricts where yacht crew can apply for a B1/B2 visa

End of ‘embassy shopping’: US restricts where yacht crew can apply for a B1/B2 visa

by Estela Superyachts | Sep 10, 2025 | Uncategorized

The United States Department of State has implemented significant changes to non-immigrant visa application procedures that will particularly impact yacht crew seeking B1/B2 visitor visas. Effective immediately, applicants can no longer choose their preferred embassy...
Introducing ESTELA’s yacht crew recruitment WhatsApp channels

Introducing ESTELA’s yacht crew recruitment WhatsApp channels

by Estela Superyachts | Jan 13, 2025 | Uncategorized

While ESTELA is not a crew recruitment agency, we do occasionally post jobs on behalf of clients. We also re-post jobs from other forums, because we know you don’t have time to monitor the internet 24/7.These WhatsApp channels are ‘broadcast only’, so here there will...
PYA Leadership Meetup – Antibes, 21 February

PYA Leadership Meetup – Antibes, 21 February

by Estela Superyachts | Feb 15, 2024 | Events, SUPERYACHT AGENCY

Calling all Captains, Chief Engineers and HODs! ESTELA are pleased to sponsor the PYA’s Leadership Meetup at L’AUTHENTIK in Antibes, France, on Wednesday, February 21st from 17:00 to 20:00h This in-person event offers a unique opportunity to connect with...
Antigua Charter Yacht Meeting 2023 – Day 3

Antigua Charter Yacht Meeting 2023 – Day 3

by Estela Superyachts | Jan 24, 2024 | Charter & Brokerage

Interview with Pedro Abdalla from Marina Golfito – Costa Rica. Visiting the stunning yacht SOUTH at Falmouth Harbour...
Italy’s ‘D’ Visa; what does it mean for crew?

Italy’s ‘D’ Visa; what does it mean for crew?

by Estela Superyachts | Dec 22, 2022 | SUPERYACHT AGENCY

Crew movements in and out of Italy have been a pain point during the past year, with immigration officials declining to stamp passports of non-EU crew boarding yachts in its ports.The new rule — to no longer recognise vessels as ex-EU territory unless departing...
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