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Rates of Pay

Your salary in the Royal Navy depends on a number of factors such as your rank, experience and your qualifications.  There are many opportunities to earn more if you gain certain skills or of you achieve certain milestones in your career.  You will be paid straight into your bank account at the end of each month.  Some starting salaries are listed below but for more detailed information, click on the link to download the current rates of pay leaflet:


Rates of Pay 


Royal Navy:

On entry: £14,145

You could go on to earn: £17,515 to £46,753


Royal Marines:

On entry: £14,145

You could go on to earn: £17,515 to £46,753


Royal Navy and Royal Marines Officer:

On entry: £16,073

You could go on to earn: £24,615 to £89,408

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