How do I list my boat for charter in Miami?

Listing a boat on CharterXO is a short, well-defined process. The requirements exist to protect passengers, the platform, and you as the owner — they are not arbitrary hoops.

Requirement checklist: 1. Commercial marine insurance. Pleasure-use insurance does NOT cover charter activity. You need a genuine commercial charter policy with at least $1M in passenger legal liability. Specialty marine brokers can typically get you a quote in 48-72 hours. 2. Vessel registration. Either USCG documentation (required above 5 net tons, often preferred for charter) or Florida state registration current through the booking window. 3. A captain (for captained listings). Either you, if you hold the credentials appropriate to the vessel and charter, or a properly credentialed captain you've vetted (a valid USCG captain's license is strongly recommended). CharterXO reviews the captain's documentation before the listing goes live; the specific credentials required depend on the vessel, passenger count, and local regulations. 4. Recent marine survey. Most insurers require a condition survey every 5-10 years. Keep a digital copy on hand. 5. Safety equipment. Beyond USCG minimums: life jackets for every passenger, VHF radio, working nav lights, current fire extinguishers, and a first-aid kit.

Listing flow on CharterXO: - Create an owner account. - Upload photos, vessel specs, amenities, trip options, and hourly/half-day rates. - Upload insurance COI, vessel registration, and (for captained) captain credentials. - Wait ~24-48 hours for verification. - Go live and start accepting bookings.

Charter-compliance is the main reason listings get rejected. If you need an insurance broker referral, reach out to CharterXO support and we'll point you at specialty marine brokers working the South Florida market.