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SBF – Boating licences
SBF Binnen
valid since 01 Aug 2023
Question & answer catalog · inland waterways
300 questions 7 topics
€9.99 one-time
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SBF See
valid since 01 Aug 2023
Question & answer catalog · maritime waterways
420 questions 7 topics
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Inland + Coastal
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€16.98 Save €3.00
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The date shows when each official edition came into force – not how old the questions are. Every catalog listed here is authoritative for the 2026 exam year. When a new edition is published, we build it in automatically.

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What is the German boating license (SBF)?

The Sportbootführerschein (SBF) is Germany’s official license for powered recreational boats – issued as SBF Inland or SBF Coastal depending on the waters. It requires passing a theory and a practical exam based on the official ELWIS question catalog from DSV and DMYV.

What’s the difference between SBF Inland and SBF Coastal?

The SBF Inland covers inland waterways, while the SBF Coastal covers coastal and offshore waters. The SBF Coastal exam also includes a navigation task with 9 questions that isn’t part of the SBF Inland exam.

How much does the German boating license cost?

Official exam fees are €130.78 for the SBF Inland and €148.38 for the SBF Coastal. With a preparation course, total costs in 2026 are usually €500–650 per license – learning the theory yourself with an app saves the course fee.

Find more answers in the German boating license FAQ.

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