Worldwide Yachts for Sale via Aspire
Worldwide yachts for sale through Aspire span South Florida (Fort Lauderdale, Miami, Palm Beach, Jupiter, Cape Coral), the US Caribbean (Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands), the British Virgin Islands, the Bahamas, and select European and Mediterranean markets. Our IYBA membership gives us access to the international yacht broker MLS, which means we can source any listed yacht globally in our 40 to 145 foot specialty. Whether you are buying a yacht in Florida and moving it to the Mediterranean, selling a Caribbean charter yacht to a US buyer, or cross-listing a European yacht into the US market, we handle the international logistics including offshore registry, customs, and documentation.
Regions Aspire Covers
- South Florida — Fort Lauderdale, Miami, Palm Beach, Jupiter, Cape Coral — the largest yacht market in North America.
- Bahamas and Caribbean — Puerto Rico, USVI, BVI, Turks and Caicos, Dominican Republic. Aspire has active brokers throughout the Caribbean.
- East Coast US — Stuart, Annapolis, Newport, Boston — seasonal markets with strong summer cruising buyer base.
- Mediterranean — Spain, France, Italy, Greece — secondary market for European luxury yachts with high US buyer interest.
- Pacific Northwest — Seattle, Vancouver — strong trawler and sportfish market with year-round inventory.
International Yacht Buying Considerations
- Vessel registry — US Coast Guard, Bahamas, Cayman Islands each have advantages depending on tax residency and use.
- Sales tax and use tax — vary by state and country; offshore registry can defer or avoid US sales tax.
- Import duties — apply when bringing a yacht into the US from another country.
- Marine survey — international purchases require independent survey + sea trial; we coordinate.
- Closing logistics — international wire transfers, escrow, title transfer typically take 14 to 30 days.
Frequently Asked Questions — Worldwide Yachts for Sale
Can I buy a yacht in Europe and move it to the US?
Yes. We coordinate transatlantic delivery (shipping or under-its-own-power), import duties (1.5 percent or sometimes exempt depending on age), and US Coast Guard documentation.
Does Aspire sell yachts in Europe?
We have IYBA international broker network access and can list any yacht we represent on European platforms. We do not maintain a physical office in Europe but handle international transactions regularly.
What is the best country to register a yacht?
Depends on use: US Coast Guard for primary US use; Bahamas for tax-deferral on offshore vessels; Cayman Islands for charter operations; Marshall Islands for commercial-flagged yachts.
How long does an international yacht purchase take?
Typically 45 to 90 days from offer to closing, factoring in survey scheduling, international wire timing, and registry transfers.
Can I charter my yacht internationally to offset costs?
Yes, with proper commercial registry and licensing. We work with charter management companies in Florida, the Caribbean, and the Mediterranean.