ICC / CEVNI
For the Netherlands: To operate a boat longer than 15 meter, or a boat which can sail at speeds above 20 km / hr you need a license. This can either be the International Certificate of Competence (ICC), the Dutch Klein Vaarbewijs or a Yachtmaster certificate. Each license has two subtypes: inland (CEVNI) and coastal.
So even if you need a license in your own country but don't have one, you can operate a boat in the Netherlands as long as it's shorter than 15 meters and cannot go faster than 20 km / hr. (it's still smart to learn how to handle a boat!)
If you speak Dutch, the cheapest option is to sit the exams for the "Klein Vaarbewijs". This is however stricly theoretical, so it's a good idea to book a practical course as well. (but you will only get an ICC if you are a Dutch resident)
Who can get an ICC through AquaPlanning:
1. British nationals or residents
2. If you have a passport from a non-EC (UNECE) country (starting January 2011!)
Since there are countries who do not issue ICC's but do accept them for foreignors, the situation can be quite confusing. Please feel free to call us for guidance: 0031 (0) 24.78.51.520. You might get a Dutch voicemail message, please wait for the multilingual beep.
The RYA has a good section on their website about the ICC.
More ICC information can be found on the EBA site. (Click on the Countries list on the left)
Please note that AquaPlanning is the only center in The Netherlands that can test for ICC + CEVNI, both for PWC & Power, up to 24 meters!
| You are British or live in the UK | not British, but from UNECE member country | from outside UNECE | |
| Coastal IJsselmeer is seen as "coastal water" |
RYA Level 2, apply for ICC | Get ICC coastal from your own country or learn Dutch, get "Klein Vaarbewijs II" (also valid on inland waters (just theory) |
RYA Level 2, apply for ICC with RYA |
| Inland only | CEVNI + RYA Level 2, apply for ICC | Get ICC Inland "CEVNI" from your own country or learn Dutch, get "Klein Vaarbewijs I" (just theory) |
CEVNI + RYA Level 2, apply for ICC with RYA |
| We always advice to pass the theoretical CEVNI test, the cost is low, the rewards high and it takes about 2 evenings of study. You can practice the exam at: www.ryainteractive.org. | |||
you can not apply for an ICC through the RYA if you are from an UNECE country:
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Albania |
Andorra |
Armenia |
Austria |
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Azerbaijan |
Belarus |
Belgium |
Bosnia & Herzegovina |
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Bulgaria |
Croatia |
Cyprus |
Czech Republic |
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Denmark |
Estonia |
Finland |
France |
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Georgia |
Germany |
Greece |
Hungary |
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Iceland |
Ireland |
Israel |
Italy |
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Kazakhstan |
Kyrgyzstan |
Latvia |
Liechtenstein |
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Lithuania |
Luxembourg |
Macedonia |
Malta |
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Moldova |
Monaco |
Montenegro |
Netherlands |
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Norway |
Poland |
Portugal |
Romania |
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Russian Federation |
San Marino |
Serbia |
Slovakia |
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Slovenia |
Spain |
Sweden |
Switzerland |
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Tajikistan |
Turkey |
Turkmenistan |
Ukraine |
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Uzbekistan |
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