Boat "licence" in France

[Ripster]

We are hope to take a trip to alpine france and will probably stay on one of the big lakes there. Looking into hiring a small boat on a one or two days as part of the fun (and to get our boat fix) there appears to be two options: The boat is the same (usually a 15/18ftr) but with different size engine? Without a "licence" you get a small 6hp engine, but with one you can get a 40/50hp... my question is what do they consider a licence? are any of the UK quals ie PBII accepted?

 

[carlton]

Not sure if it still applies, but years ago the (RYA-issued) I.C.C. used to do the job.

 

[Tranona]

Yes, you need an ICC. See the RYA site for both what is needed in the way of documentation in France and what you need to get an ICC.

 

[mateyboy]

I always take a sports boat out in France or Spain and my RYA ICC is instantly accepted (along with a fair wedge of a deposit). I'm led to believe it is ok any where in the world except for the US, could any one confirm this?
Cheers Martyn