CEVNI (Code Européen des Voies de la Navigation Intérieure) is the code governing navigation on the interconnected European inland waterways and is the basis of the various countries’ own regulations. Signs, rules and procedures for navigating the European inland waterways are all included within the CEVNI code and in the same way as pleasure craft on coastal waters are expected to abide by COLREGS, pleasure craft on the inland waterways of Europe, are expected to know and follow the CEVNI code. 

• To obtain an ICC endorsed for use on inland waters, you must learn the CEVNI code and sit the CEVNI test. 

• The CEVNI test is a short multiple-choice paper and should take no longer that two hours to complete 

• To prepare for the assessment we recommend the RYA’s European Waterways Regulations book which is available to purchase either in hard copy or an ebook via the link below.  

• Candidates must have proficiently studied before booking in 

• The CEVNI endorsed ICC is issued by Irish Sailing, the ICC and CEVNI issuing authority and on the appropriate application form. This can be downloaded HERE