A combined Finite Elements Method (FEM) – Volume Integral Method (VIM) approach is presented for the modeling of Steam Generator (SG) tube inspection in the vicinity of support plates. The coupled approach combines the flexibility of the FEM in modeling complex geometries with the numerical efficiency of the VIM, reducing the computational time demanded for the solution of the problem using the FEM only. Additional effects like material deposit between plate and tube can be also taken into account. The developed coupling technique is planed to be integrated in the CIVA nondestructive evaluation simulation platform.