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RYA CEVNI Course

From £49.00

Prepare for inland cruising in Europe with the knowledge required for ICC Inland endorsement.

The RYA CEVNI Course is essential for anyone planning to navigate European rivers and canals. It covers the rules, signs and signals specific to inland waterways and prepares you for the CEVNI test.

Study online at your own pace and complete the official assessment to add the Inland endorsement to your International Certificate of Competence (ICC).

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CEVNI (Code Européen des Voies de la Navigation Intérieure) is the official set of navigation rules governing inland waterways across Europe.

This course prepares you for the CEVNI test, which is required when applying for an ICC Inland endorsement.

You’ll learn how to understand and apply:

  • Visual signs and signals used on rivers and canals
  • Inland buoyage systems
  • Sound and light signals
  • Navigation rules for inland waterways and ports
  • Right-of-way and vessel conduct

 

You’ll receive structured online learning with official RYA materials to guide you through the content.

This course ensures you are prepared to safely and legally navigate inland waterways across Europe.

This course is designed for anyone planning to cruise European inland waterways.

Ideal for:

  • Boaters applying for an ICC Inland endorsement
  • Skippers planning to navigate European rivers and canals
  • ICC holders upgrading from coastal-only certification
  • Leisure boaters preparing for inland cruising abroad

 

Many European countries require CEVNI certification, making this an essential step before travelling.

No previous boating or navigation experience is required.

The course focuses specifically on inland navigation rules, making it suitable for both experienced skippers and those new to European inland waterways.

The RYA CEVNI course is designed to be completed quickly and efficiently, allowing you to prepare for inland cruising without lengthy study.

Key course details:

  • Price: From £49.00
  • Duration: Approximately 1–2 hours (self-paced)
  • Delivery: Fully online
  • Assessment: 30-question multiple-choice test
  • Pass mark: 24 out of 30
  • Certification: RYA CEVNI pass confirmation (used to update your ICC with Inland endorsement)

 

Test results are provided immediately upon completion.

This course is delivered fully online, allowing you to complete both learning and assessment from anywhere.

The knowledge gained applies to inland waterways across Europe, including France, Germany, the Netherlands and beyond.

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