Identifying Your Boating License Category: Sea or Inland

When you conduct a search or request a duplicate navigation license, it's essential to accurately identify your license to avoid any errors. Depending on its issue date and denomination, the prerogatives as well as the license's format (size, color) may vary.

• Before March 15, 1966: Engine driving license

Red color, two panels

Recognized as equivalent to the current "offshore" extension

• From March 15, 1966 to December 31, 1992: License A, B or C

Light or dark orange color, three panels

• From January 1, 1993 to December 31, 2007: Sea card, coastal or offshore sea license

White laminated card

• Since January 1, 2008: "Coastal" option or "offshore" extension

Light blue color, three panels, laminated

• Before January 1, 1991: Inland Waterway Driving License

Blue or green, two-part

Equivalent to the C and S capacity certificates

• From July 1, 1991 to December 31, 2007: C, S or PP Capacity Certificate

Pink, two-part

• Since January 1, 2008: "Inland waterway" option or "inland waterway large pleasure craft" endorsement

Light blue, three-part, laminated

• Facilitate online searches: Accurate identification improves the speed of procedures.
• Limit errors in duplicate requests: A wrong choice can lead to rejection or delay.
• Adapt to changes in maritime and river regulations: As legislation has evolved over the years, knowing the correct category allows you to obtain the right documents.

If you need a duplicate or further information, please contact the competent authorities.