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What are the rules in the UK in regards to using boats? I need to obtain license/certificate and think coming back to the UK to do it would be a good idea.
I have access to a boat here in Norway as its quite the done thing her summer time and eventually would like to buy one for me and the missus. Currently I have no license and without one I can only use one that is shorter than 8m with a maximum output of 25hp. Thanks father in laws boat is 33ft and 350hp.
What is the process? Is there practical exam? I've already been using the father in laws boat under his supervision so I know about mooring it safely, the use of navigation and safety equipment.
Anyone recommend any companies that offer some sort of course?
I have access to a boat here in Norway as its quite the done thing her summer time and eventually would like to buy one for me and the missus. Currently I have no license and without one I can only use one that is shorter than 8m with a maximum output of 25hp. Thanks father in laws boat is 33ft and 350hp.
What is the process? Is there practical exam? I've already been using the father in laws boat under his supervision so I know about mooring it safely, the use of navigation and safety equipment.
Anyone recommend any companies that offer some sort of course?
Definitely off shore as anything inland is likely to have a 50 metre drop along the way 
The. The qualification criteria here is a written examination and practical from what I've been told problem is it has to be in Norwegian and I'm not quite 100% on the wrong side just yet, that's why I was looking at coming back to the UK to do it as it's transferable.
The. The qualification criteria here is a written examination and practical from what I've been told problem is it has to be in Norwegian and I'm not quite 100% on the wrong side just yet, that's why I was looking at coming back to the UK to do it as it's transferable.
They appear to have a translated syllabus http://www.norsktest.no/bfp/english-info/ so I'm sure there must be a school with an English speaking instructor?
NordicCrankShaft said:
Definitely off shore as anything inland is likely to have a 50 metre drop along the way
The. The qualification criteria here is a written examination and practical from what I've been told problem is it has to be in Norwegian and I'm not quite 100% on the wrong side just yet, that's why I was looking at coming back to the UK to do it as it's transferable.
So what happens in Norway if I just buy a boat and set off? Who checks if I've all the right bits of paper?The. The qualification criteria here is a written examination and practical from what I've been told problem is it has to be in Norwegian and I'm not quite 100% on the wrong side just yet, that's why I was looking at coming back to the UK to do it as it's transferable.
RYA Power boat 2 with the ICC will allow you to pilot anything up to 10 meter. This is what i have and use in Norway. My boat is only 6.1meter
I was based in Oslo and now Arendal and have never been asked to show my license or even stopped by the police.
It also depends on how old you are. If you are born before 1980 you dont need a license.
Reading through the English version of the Båtførerbevis its pretty much the same stuff you cover in the RYA course. Maybe drop them an email and see which RYA course will cover you on the 33 footer.
I found the 2 day course i did in the UK was massively helpful. Just for the boat handling side of things. Learning how to moor in snowing February conditions in Southampton made it much easier in summer here
I was based in Oslo and now Arendal and have never been asked to show my license or even stopped by the police.
It also depends on how old you are. If you are born before 1980 you dont need a license.
Reading through the English version of the Båtførerbevis its pretty much the same stuff you cover in the RYA course. Maybe drop them an email and see which RYA course will cover you on the 33 footer.
I found the 2 day course i did in the UK was massively helpful. Just for the boat handling side of things. Learning how to moor in snowing February conditions in Southampton made it much easier in summer here
Fittster said:
So what happens in Norway if I just buy a boat and set off? Who checks if I've all the right bits of paper?
No one. Unless the Police or Coast guard pull you over you wont be checked. I have only ever seen people get pulled for speeding or driving like an idiot in places they shouldnt or if it looks like they have been drinking 
Whilst not a requirement if you are planning to sail offshore and actually travel anywhere (even for the day) I would suggest doing RYA Day Skipper, which has a theory course and exam and a practical element. As it covers both craft handling and navigation, passage planning, weather, etc..
Day Skipper can be done under either sail or power, though the courses are obviously quite different.
Additionally, as mentioned, if you need to use VHF then a VHF operator's certificate is required - it only takes a day to do the course/exam and is pretty straightforward.
Day Skipper can be done under either sail or power, though the courses are obviously quite different.
Additionally, as mentioned, if you need to use VHF then a VHF operator's certificate is required - it only takes a day to do the course/exam and is pretty straightforward.
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