Arizona Boating Regulations and Laws

The Arizona boating safety education certificate (commonly known as a Arizona boating license) is proof that a boater has successfully completed a boating safety course. Although not required by law to get the Arizona boating license, many boaters take the boat safety course in order to save on their PWC or boat insurance.

Arizona law states that it is illegal for a person under the age of 12 years to operate a vessel with a motor of greater than 8 horsepower (which includes personal watercraft) unless:

• An emergency exists or...
• Another person at least 18 years of age is on board

Do your part to make boating in Arizona a safe, enjoyable pastime! Become an educated, responsible boater by completing the Boat Arizona course and practice what you learn.

How do I learn about the legal requirements of boating in Arizona?

Laws and regulations concerning operating a personal watercraft or vessel, required equipment, vessel registration and much more can be found in Chapter 4: The Legal Requirements of Boating.

How do I take a safe boating exam and get my boater education card?

• Internet: You can study over the Internet then take the Arizona online boating exam. Once you pass, the official boating safety education certificate issued on behalf of the Arizona Game and Fish Department is mailed to your home.

Where can I get the boater safety education course material?

You're at the right place, because the Boat Arizona online safe boating course is the official course developed specifically for Arizona Game and Fish. All the required safe boating course material to get your boating safety education certificate is available for free online. Please visit our Arizona safe boating course introductory page to find out about the boater exam process.

Where can I get more information about the Arizona boating safety education certificate?

• Read Frequently Asked Questions about the Arizona boater's license;
• Contact the Arizona Game and Fish;
• Contact Boat Ed, and we'll be glad to answer any of your questions about the Arizona boater's license or boating license requirements in other states.