CEVNI Test - European Code for Inland Waterways, Code Europeen des Voies de la Navigation Interieure
Anyone skippering a vessel on inland waterways of Europe (not including the UK) should have passed the CEVNI test which is an addition to the International Certificate of Competence.
A full copy of the rules
The latest RYA publication that covers the CEVNI rules is "European Waterways Regulations: The CEVNI Rules Explained" and for most people is the best book to purchase if it is intended to visit the inland waterways of Europe.
The test is a short written paper, normally taking no more than 30 minutes to complete. The British Offshore Sailing School run the exam regularly and can be contacted on 023 80 45 77 33.
The multi-choice paper covers the lights and shapes displayed by craft, the traffic signals and general knowledge about the rules.
Most people take the CEVNI test in conjunction with the International Certificate of Competence exam. This is the minimum qualification that may be requested by charter companies of authorities abroad. Details of the requirements for this qualification are covered in the RYA book, International Certificate of Competence.
The British Offshore Sailing School run the exam regularly, either on your own boat or a school one, and they can be contacted on 023 80 45 77 33.
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