Frequently Asked Questions About the
California Boater's License
What is the
California boating safety education certificate?
- The California boating safety education certificate
(also referred to as the California
boaters license) is proof that a boater
has demonstrated basic boating knowledge
by passing an approved
boating safety course and exam.
Do I have
to get a California boating safety education certificate (California boater's
license)?
- Any person convicted of any moving
violation in the Harbors and Navigation
Code, the Federal Rules of the Road
and regulations adopted by the California
Department of Boating and Waterways
while operating a vessel must be ordered
by the court to complete and pass a
boating safety course approved by the
Department of Boating and Waterways.
Proof of completion and passage of
the course must be submitted to the
court within seven months of the time
of the conviction. This boating
safety course will satisfy court-ordered
mandatory boater education required
by California law when a boater is
convicted of a moving violation.
What is the
minimum age to obtain a California
boating safety education certificate?
- You must be at least 13 years of
age to take the online boating test.
How do I
get my California boating safety education certificate (California boater's
license)?
- The steps required to get your California
boaters license are as follows:
- Study the California boating
safety course material
- Take the California online boating
exam
- Pay $24.50—one time only, after you pass
- Upon passing, you will receive
a Boat California boating safety education certificate in the mail.
This card is commonly known as
the California boating license.
- For a detailed explanation of the
California online boating exam process,
please visit our California
boating license overview page.
How much
does the online boater exam cost? How
much does the California boating safety education certificate cost?
- The online Certification Exam costs
$24.50—one time only, after you pass. There is no charge for the California
boating safety education certificate.
When will
I receive my California boating safety education certificate in the mail?
- Your California boating safety education certificate will be mailed to
your home within 5 -7 business days
after you pass the exam.
Do I get
a temporary card or certificate until
my permanent boater's license arrives?
- No. You will receive your permanent certificate in 5 - 7 business
days.
How do I
replace my boating safety education certificate if
I’ve lost it or it has been damaged?
- A duplicate can be issued for a $5
charge if the student took (and passed)
the Boat California online course.
To obtain a duplicate California card,
mail the request with a check for $5,
payable to Boat California, to:
Boat California
2906 Ladybird Ln.
Dallas, Texas 75220
- Be sure to include the student's full
name and date of birth in the mailed
request for a duplicate card. You may
also phone Customer
Service to request the duplicate
and pay by credit card.
Is
anyone exempt from getting the California
boating safety education certificate
(California boater's license)?
- Any exemptions from the mandatory
boater's license requirement are explained
in detail on the Who
May Operate a Vessel page.
What
are the minimum age and boater education
requirements to operate a personal
watercraft or motorboat on California
waters?
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