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Terms & conditions
How our yacht nanny referral service works, what we do and do not do, and what families agree to when they use it.
Last updated 12 November 2026
1. Who we are
Yacht Nannies is a trading name of Safe Sitters Europe LLC (“Yacht Nannies”, “we”, “us”). These terms apply to anyone who uses yachtnannies.com or our referral service, including families (“you”) and nannies.
By sending an enquiry or using our service, you agree to these terms.
2. What we do
We are a nanny referral service. We find, interview and introduce experienced nannies to families on yacht charters and private yachts. We do not:
- employ nannies or provide childcare ourselves
- supervise or control the nanny’s work
- enter into a childcare contract on your behalf
- guarantee that a placement will be found or will work out
Childcare is provided by the nanny under a direct agreement between you and the nanny.
3. Nannies are independent
Nannies introduced by us are not our employees, agents or partners. Each nanny sets their own rate within the range we quote, decides whether to accept a booking and is responsible for their own taxes, social contributions and legal obligations.
4. Minimum booking
We place nannies for a minimum of five days. We do not arrange single day placements.
5. Paying your nanny
You pay your nanny directly. Our nannies charge between $40 and $80 an hour, depending on experience, the number and ages of your children and any specialist skills. You agree the exact rate, working hours, time off and payment method with your nanny before the booking starts.
You also cover your nanny’s reasonable costs of working for you, including flights or other travel to and from the yacht, accommodation on board or ashore, local transport and meals while working. We can help find suitable flights, hotels and transfers, but you book and pay for them, or reimburse the nanny.
6. Our referral fee
Our referral fee depends on the length of your booking. We confirm it in writing before you book, and it is due as set out in that confirmation. There is nothing to pay to send an enquiry.
If you hire a nanny we introduced, directly or through someone else, within twelve months of the introduction, our referral fee applies.
7. Changes and cancellations
Please tell us and your nanny as early as possible about any change to your dates or itinerary. Changes depend on the nanny’s availability.
If your nanny cancels before the booking starts, we will try to introduce a replacement. Any refund of our referral fee is set out in your written confirmation. Cancellation terms between you and the nanny are agreed between you and the nanny.
8. Screening
We interview every nanny by video and follow up references before we introduce them. Where available, we review identity documents, certifications and background documentation. Records and their availability vary by country, and no screening can remove all risk. Please read our Trust & Safety page.
You make the final decision on who to hire, and we encourage you to meet your nanny by video and ask your own questions before you book.
9. Your responsibilities
Families agree to give accurate information about their children, yacht and plans, to provide a safe working environment and suitable rest for the nanny, to pay the agreed rate and expenses on time, and to follow applicable laws.
Nannies agree to represent their experience and qualifications honestly, to work professionally and to follow applicable laws.
10. Limitation of liability
To the extent permitted by law, we are not liable for the acts or omissions of any nanny or family, or for any personal injury, property damage, loss or theft arising from a placement. Our total liability to you is limited to the referral fees you paid us for the booking concerned. Nothing in these terms limits liability that cannot be limited by law.
11. Website
We work to keep the information on our website accurate, but rates, destinations and availability may change. Content is for general information and is not legal, tax or immigration advice.
12. Governing law
These terms are governed by the laws of the State of Wyoming, United States. Nothing in these terms affects mandatory consumer protections that apply to you where you live, including under EU law. We will always try to resolve any concern informally first.
13. Changes to these terms
We may update these terms from time to time. The version on this page applies to new enquiries from the date shown above.
14. Contact
Questions about these terms? Email hello@yachtnannies.com.
