2025 Nautical Recreational Qualifications Exam Calendar in Spain
The year 2025 is shaping up to be a very active period for those who wish to obtain a nautical recreational qualification in Spain. In this context, exams are being held for titles such as:
- Basic Navigation Pattern (PNB)
- Recreational Craft Skipper (PER)
- Yacht Skipper
- Captain of Yacht
Additionally, the current regulatory framework includes other titles and add-ons, such as: The current regulation is included in the consolidated version of the Official State Gazette (BOE) of 2014, with subsequent updates (for example, in the BOE of 2019), and in the documentation published on the website of the Ministry of Transport, Mobility, and Urban Agenda (MITMA). For more information, visit:
- State Calls and MITMA Calendar
- Autonomous Community Calendar
State Calls and MITMA Calendar
The state call, published in the BOE-A-2025-1462, establishes the general framework of exams for recreational qualifications. From this call, autonomous calendars are derived with adaptation. The fees vary according to the community, but some published examples are: Visit the Transport website for more details and updates.
Autonomous Community Calendar
Each autonomous community manages its own calendars and calls. Below is a summary, with links to official websites where you can verify the information:
- Andalucía: Official website of Andalucía
- Asturias: Asturias Portal
- Baleares: Organized by the Govern de les Illes Balears. Mallorca, Menorca, and Ibiza Govern de les Illes Balears
- Canarias: Canary Islands Government – Fishing publishes the exam calendar. It includes major islands (Gran Canaria and Tenerife) as well as calls for smaller islands (such as La Gomera, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, La Palma, etc.) Known Calls
- Cantabria: Government of Cantabria
- Cataluña: The Department of Agriculture, Livestock, Fishing, and Food organizes a very active calendar: Government of Catalonia
- Ceuta: Autonomous City of Ceuta
- Galicia: The Ministry of the Sea of Galicia convenes two calls: 1st Call – May 2025 2nd Call – September 2025
- Madrid: General Directorate of the Merchant Marine Madrid Capital organizes three calls (exams are held at the Faculty of Law of the Autonomous University of Madrid): Merchant Marine Electronic Headquarters – Madrid
- Melilla: Autonomous City of Melilla convenes two calls: 1st Call 2nd Call
- Murcia: Nautical Activities Department of the Region of Murcia convenes exams for PNB, PER, Yacht Captain, and Yacht Captain. Note: Dates are pending publication in the Official Gazette of the Region of Murcia (BORM). A similar calendar to previous years is expected:
- País Vasco: In Euskadi, theoretical and practical tests are organized for obtaining recreational qualifications: Basque Government
- Comunidad Valenciana: The calendar is distributed in three venues: Valencia, Alicante, and Castellón. Valencian Government
For Aragón, Castilla-La Mancha, Castilla y León, Extremadura, Navarra, and La Rioja, their specific calendars will still be published. Some of these communities may not convene calls due to the transfer of competencies they may have in 2025. For updated information on this, check the following official portals:
Conclusion: 2025 is shaping up to be a key year for those aspiring to obtain recreational nautical qualifications in Spain. From the state call – regulated according to the current regulatory framework updated in the BOEs of 2014 and 2019 – to the autonomous calendars, it is essential to have verified and updated information. Additionally, knowing in detail each qualification, its requirements, and add-ons (such as the Motorboat Pattern, Navigation License, and related Authorizations) will allow you to choose the appropriate training for your needs and aspirations in navigation. We recommend regularly checking the official links included throughout the article to confirm dates, fees, and requirements, as they may undergo modifications. Get your documents ready, study the requirements, and let’s set sail!
Official Reference Links
This article has been prepared to offer a complete and verified guide on the calls and requirements of recreational nautical qualifications in 2025. Good luck on your exams and smooth sailing on your journey!
