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This page is for candidates who have already completed an RYA Powerboat Level 2 course.

If you’ve not yet completed a course, sign up online at powerboat.london

How do I apply for an ICC?

We recommend applying online via the RYA website: https://www.rya.org.uk/icc-application
Alternatively you can download a postal application and send this by post to:
RYA Certification, RYA House, Ensign Way, Southampton SO31 4YA

What documents do I need for my ICC application?

Please have digital copies of the following documents ready for your ICC application:

• A digital copy (photograph or scan) of your passport or a national ID card showing your nationality
• A digital copy of a document which confirms your habitual residential address (Driving licence, council tax, bank statements or credit card statement)
  Collectively these documents must verify your identity (name, address, date of birth, photograph) and your nationality.
• Evidence of your competence for each of the categories you request are validated on your ICC – this is your RYA Powerboat Level 2 certificate.
• A passport photograph in portrait orientation
  
  Note: you can only upload pdf or jpg files of less than 5MB.

MyRYA account registration

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Your RYA certificate has been electronically registered with the details you provided, however this does not created a linked account in the RYA system. When creating a MyRYA account, select “I just need to register“. You will be able to upload a copy of your certificate later in the application process.

I haven’t completed an ICC assessment?

Scroll down to the “Powerboat” section and select “RYA Powerboat Level 2 completed on or after 15 April 2019“
This will validate the category of “Power up to 10m” and you will need to upload a copy of your certificate as evidence later in the application.

I need to Fast Track my application

Complete your ICC application online, and when prompted, opt into the Fast Track scheme.
NB. RYA members enjoy free ICC certification/updates and save £49 on fast-track application fees!

Where is the course held?

Our training courses takes place on the tidal Thames, starting from Chiswick Pier – located on Corney Reach Way, London W4 2UG. 

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Do you provide refreshments/lunch?

Lunch isn’t provided, but we do provide refreshments (tea, coffee, biscuits) and will return to the pier each day for a lunch break. Candidates are welcome to bring a packed lunch, or head out to cafés/shops nearby (within easy walking distance).

Can I arrive late?

No, regrettably we can’t accommodate candidates who arrive late. Please ensure you allow plenty of time to arrive before the advertised start time of your course. If you fail to attend the safety briefing at the beginning of the course, you will not be able to attend any subsequent sessions and will have to rebook to attend at a later date at additional cost.

Where can I park?

The pier is located within a private housing estate, with on-street parking restrictions in operation at all times.

Weekends:

On Pumping Station Road and Corney Road, Hounslow CPZ hours are Monday-Friday 9am-5pm.

Weekdays:

Pay & Display parking is available at Chiswick House (10 minute walk). There is also limited on-street parking on Riverside Drive during weekdays. 

Where’s the nearest public transport? 

Barnes Rail (0.8 miles) is around a 15 minute walk. 

Stamford Brook (1.1 miles) is around a 22 min walk. 

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What is the ICC?

The International Certificate for Operators of Pleasure Craft is a certificate which is intended to provide evidence of competence when requested by officials in foreign countries. It was historically known as the International Certificate of Competence. It’s often required for demonstrating competence when bareboat chartering/renting boats abroad (ie. without a professional skipper/crew). 

How do I get an ICC?

The easiest way to apply for your ICC is to apply online via the RYA website

Do I have to sit any additional tests or assessments to get the ICC?

If you’re looking to obtain your ICC for use on coastal waters, after completing your RYA Level 2 powerboat course, your RYA Powerboat Level 2 certificate can be used to evidence competency for the category of “Power up to 10m length overall” – with no additional assessment required!

If you also require the INLAND category to be validated on your ICC (this is required for navigating on inland waterways – rivers, canal systems and lakes – in Europe), you will need to complete a CEVNI theory test. For full details, supporting materials/resources, and test bookings, please visit: www.focusmarine.co.uk/cevni

How much does the ICC cost?

ICC certificate are priced at £59 (as of March 2025), or free for RYA Members.

When applying for your ICC, you will have the option of becoming an RYA member (there’s no need to apply in advance).

The cost of RYA membership is the same as the cost of ICC certification (or, in some cases, cheaper!), and you can additionally benefit from member discounts and offers as well as free certificate amendments. If you decide to opt for RYA membership, please support our centre by using the following Joining Point code upon application: 920768491

Who can get an ICC?

You must be aged 16 or older to apply for an ICC. The RYA can issue a UK ICC to any UK national, as well as nationals of other countries who are normally resident in the UK. If you are neither a UK national nor resident in the UK, please check the guidance on the RYA website carefully.

How long does the ICC application process take?

Please check the RYA website for the latest certification lead times. At the time of writing (July 2024) the turnaround time for ICC applications is 4-6 weeks. We recommend that candidates allow plenty of time for ICC applications, as lead times do vary during peak times.

Can I fast-track my ICC application?

Yes – at the time of writing, the RYA Certification department are accepting fast-track applications to reduce the turnaround time to 5 working days (or less). See the RYA website for more details.