A valid USCG captain's license is strongly recommended — OUPV (Six-Pack) for up to six passengers or a 50/100/200-ton Master for larger vessels, with STCW endorsements for offshore work. CharterXO reviews each captain's documentation at sign-up; the specific credentials required depend on the vessel, passenger count, and local regulations.
Captain Tools
Captain Your Way.
CharterXO provides captains with powerful tools to manage trips, communicate with guests, and keep everything organized—all from one app.
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A valid USCG captain's license is strongly recommended — OUPV (Six-Pack) for up to six passengers, or a 50/100/200-ton Master for larger vessels. CharterXO reviews each captain's documentation at sign-up; the credentials required depend on the vessel, passenger count, and local regulations. Once your documents are verified, you can accept charter requests from vessel owners directly through the CharterXO app and earn $250-$2,500+ per charter depending on your credentials and the size of the boat.
Captains in the CharterXO Elevate program unlock priority bookings, higher payouts, and verified badges — full-time Elevate captains can earn $80,000-$150,000+ annually plus tips. Set your availability, preferred vessel types, and service areas; we'll route matching charter requests to your phone.
Tools Built for Captains
Everything you need to deliver exceptional charter experiences, right at your fingertips.
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Trip Management Dashboard
View upcoming charters, access trip details, guest information, and itineraries all in one place. Stay organized and prepared for every voyage.
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Availability Calendar
Manage your schedule effortlessly. Set your availability, sync with your personal calendar, and never miss a booking request.
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Digital Logbook
Maintain comprehensive digital records of all your trips. Log departure times, weather conditions, fuel usage, and important notes.
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Route Planning & Tracking
Easily plan out your route and adjust if necessary. Live GPS will record and keep track of your planned versus actual routes providing owners with further clarity on how the voyage went.
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QR Provides Docs to Authorities
Simply open your app and show authorities a QR code for them to easily view and/or download vessel compliance and charter agreement documentation.
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Get Paid Out Daily & Automatically!
As soon as you've completed a trip, you get paid out immediately to your stripe connected account (in your possession). All funds that have cleared, transfer to your bank account every night automatically. Stripe provides you with all tax forms needed annually.
Your Professional Hub
CharterXO gives captains a centralized platform to manage their charter operations. Whether you're captaining for a boat owner or managing multiple vessels, our tools help you stay organized and professional.
- Professional profile to showcase your experience
- Secure document storage for licenses & certifications
- Real-time notifications for trip updates
- Easy access to guest preferences and special requests
- Digital trip logs for your records
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Captain Questions, Answered
Common questions from captains joining CharterXO.
Earnings vary by credentials and vessel size. Captains running smaller day charters in Miami typically earn $250-$600 per charter. Captains holding higher-tier USCG licenses on larger yachts earn $500-$2,500+ per day, plus tips. Full-time captains in our Elevate program can earn $80,000-$150,000+ annually.
Elevate is CharterXO's priority captain program for properly credentialed captains who consistently deliver 5-star experiences. Elevate captains get first access to new charter requests, preferred captain-fee arrangements on Elevate charters, verified badges on their profile, and invitations to premium charter events. Eligibility is based on charter completion rate, customer ratings, and platform tenure.
Yes. CharterXO captains can accept charter requests from any verified vessel on the platform that matches their credentials. Many captains build long-term relationships with specific owners while also picking up one-off charters during gaps.
Upload your captain's license and supporting credentials through the captain application on CharterXO. Our verification team reviews applications within 3-5 business days; the credentials we accept depend on the vessel, passenger count, and local regulations. Once approved, you can set your availability, preferred vessel types, and service areas. Your first charter can happen within a week of approval.
Mobile App
Seamless Boating,
Right in Your Pocket.
Experience a faster, smoother journey with the CharterXO app. Designed to make your boating trip excellent, get instant alerts for trip updates, group payments, and electronic signatures.
AI Concierge will provide trip updates and even help you prepare for the trip if you have any questions. Even remind them to bring sunscreen!
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