No, you do not need a licence to drive a speed boat or powerboat in the UK. However you are legally required to abide by the laws such as the International Regulations of Prevention of Collisions at Sea (IRPCS) and in some areas insurance is also required. If you intend to drive a powerboat in Europe you will need an International Certificate of Competence (ICC)

No, this certificate does not expire, however if you are rusty or haven't driven a powerboat very much since your course you may wish to consider doing a refresher session with an instructor.

Any powerboat up to 10 metres in length with any horsepower engine. 

12 years old

This will depend on where you intend to do your boating. If you're boating in harbours and close to shore then 2 x red hand held and 2 x orange smoke (known as an inshore flare pack) may well be adequate. If you're looking at travelling further afield then check out the Coastal Flare Pack

No, in the UK you do not need a licence for a jet ski, however like any activity it is not a bad idea to get some training. Some areas however do specify that you must hold an RYA Jetski (PWC) certificate. The benefits of completing a jet ski course is that you will not only gain confidence but also have the knowledge that is legally required such as the rules of the road on the sea. 

In Europe most countries do require that you have a jet ski licence, this can be gained by completing the RYA PWC Proficiency Course then applying for an RYA International Certificate of Competence (I.C.C.)

Yes, most countries in Europe (& worldwide) require a licence to use a jet ski. You can get this by completing a one day RYA Jet Ski (PWC) proficiency course at an RYA training centre then apply for the International Certificate of Competence. 

• Impact Buoyancy Aid - 50 Newtons is the best and most common. 
• Wetsuit / Drysuit or at least something on your bottom.. (read the warning labels on the jet ski for why this is so important!!)
• Footwear - wetsuit boots or wetsuit shoes so you don't cut your feet when walking around the slipway, beach etc
• Sunglasses or googles - to stop the spray going in our eyes and reduce the possibility of UV damage from the sun & reflection on the water
• Suncream - to make sure you don't go home looking like a tomato. 

12 years old is the minimum age to attend an RYA jet ski course

No, previous experience is not required to complete or attend an RYA PWC (jetski) proficiency course

This is a 3 day course that teaches you how to deliver the RYA Jet Ski (PWC) Proficiency course. You must already be a competent jetskier and hold the RYA PWC Proficiency certificate and a valid First Aid certificate prior to attending. 

The RYA Jet Ski Instructor course is run by an RYA PWC Instructor Trainer and an RYA Moderator will join you on the final day of the course. 

This is a 3 day course that teaches you how to deliver the RYA Powerboat Level 1 and level 2 (& safety boat) courses. You must already be a competent powerboater and hold the RYA Powerboat Level 2 certificate and a valid First Aid certificate prior to attending. You will also need to complete an RYA Powerboat instructor skills assessment before attending the instructor course.

The RYA Powerboat Instructor course is run by an RYA Powerboat Instructor Trainer and an RYA Moderator will join you on the final day of the course. 

Yes, the licensing rules for Marine VHF apply whether you have a fixed VHF set or handheld VHF. You will need an operators licence and a ship portable radio licence. The operators licence is called the RYA VHF/SRC Marine radio certificate and can be completed via an online or classroom course, both require you to pass a face to face exam after course completion.  

From Ofcom at this link: https://www.ofcom.org.uk/manage-your-licence/radiocommunication-licences/ships-radio/ship-radio-terms-conditions

There is no individual CEVNI certificate. However if you pass the RYA ICC CEVNI eTest this will allow you to add the Inland category on your International Certificate of Competence.