Boat & Yacht Finance

Finance the boat you want,on terms that make sense.

OpenSea24 partners with specialist marine lenders and private banks to arrange loans for cruisers, sailboats, yachts and superyachts β€” from a modest first boat to a global refit programme.

Payment calculator

Sketch your monthly budget.

Drag the sliders to see how price, deposit and term change your monthly repayment. Indicative only β€” final rates depend on your profile.

$250,000
20% Β· $50,000
15 years
6.9%

Estimated monthly

$1,786

per month for 15 years

Loan amount
$200,000
Total interest
$121,569
Total cost of loan
$321,569
Get pre-approved

Lending programs

A lender for every hull size.

Boats up to $250k

Marine loans

For cruisers, day boats and small sailboats. Simple online application, decision within 48 hours.

Rate
From 6.9% APR
Term
Up to 15 yrs

Yachts $250k – $5M

Yacht finance

Structured lending for sail and motor yachts. Fixed or variable rates, flexible balloon payment options.

Rate
From 5.9% APR
Term
Up to 20 yrs

Vessels $5M+

Superyacht capital

Private banking desks and asset-backed structures for large motor yachts, refits and new-build campaigns.

Rate
Bespoke
Term
Up to 25 yrs

How it works

From estimate to on the water.

Step 1

Estimate your payment

Use the calculator to sketch a monthly budget in seconds.

Step 2

Apply for pre-approval

Share basic financials. Lenders respond with an indicative offer within 48 hours.

Step 3

Choose your lender

Compare rates, terms and structures side by side β€” no obligation.

Step 4

Close and set sail

Funds are disbursed on completion. We coordinate with your broker and surveyor.

Vetted lenders

Every partner is regulated and reviewed for pricing, service and marine expertise.

48-hour decisions

Indicative offers typically arrive within two business days of applying.

Zero fees to buyers

You pay nothing to OpenSea24 for an introduction β€” your rate matches going direct.

Ready to get pre-approved?

Send us a few details about the boat and your profile. We'll route your request to the right lending desk and come back within 48 hours.

Frequently asked

Marine finance, answered.

What deposit do I need?+

Most marine lenders require 15–20% down. Superyacht structures can go higher; some programs accept 10% with additional collateral.

Can I finance a used boat?+

Yes. Used vessels up to 20 years old are widely financed; older classics are handled case-by-case with a satisfactory survey.

Does OpenSea24 charge a fee?+

No. OpenSea24 doesn't take a fee from buyers. Our lending partners cover the referral cost β€” your rate is the same as going direct.

How long does approval take?+

Indicative pre-approval typically arrives within 48 hours. Final closing depends on survey, title and flag registration β€” usually 2–4 weeks.

Rates and terms shown are indicative and subject to lender approval, survey and creditworthiness. OpenSea24 is an introducer, not a lender.