Spain · DGMM / Capitanía Marítima
PNB (Patrón para Navegación Básica) — Spain
The PNB is Spain's entry-level recreational skipper licence — 8 metre boats, up to 5 miles from a shelter.
The PNB syllabus covers the core of navigation safety: RIPA / COLREG, IALA buoyage, basic navigation and weather.
Who should take the PNB
Beginners who want an official Spanish licence without committing to the full PER syllabus.
Topics tested by the PNB
Practice tests aligned with PNB
How to prepare
Focus on the RIPA essentials (Rules 5, 6, 7, 13–19) and IALA lateral / cardinal marks; drill the sprint questions until you pass consistently.