Frequently Asked Questions About the Louisiana Boater's License
What is the Louisiana boater education
certificate?
- The Louisiana boater education certificate (also referred to
as the Louisiana 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 the Louisiana boater
education certificate (Louisiana boater's license)?
- The Louisiana boater education certificate (commonly known
as the Louisiana boating license) is proof that a boater has successfully
completed a boating safety course. Persons born after January 1, 1988, may not operate a motorboat powered by a motor in excess of 10 horsepower unless he or she has successfully completed a boating safety course approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA). These persons must be in possession of evidence of completion of the approved course whenever operating such a vessel. It is illegal for anyone under the age of 16 years to operate a personal watercraft (PWC).
What is the minimum age to obtain the
Louisiana boater education certificate?
- There is no minimum age to take the online boater exam.
How do I get my Louisiana boater education
certificate (Louisiana boater's license)?
- The steps required to get your Louisiana boaters license are
as follows:
- Study the Louisiana boating safety course material;
- Take the Louisiana online boating exam
- Pay for your exam and find out your grade
- Upon passing, you will receive your official Louisiana
boater education certificate by mail within 2-3 weeks. This
card is commonly known as the Louisiana boating license.
- For a detailed explanation of the Louisiana online boating exam
process, please visit our Louisiana
boating license overview page.
How much does the online boater exam
cost? How much does the Louisiana boater education certificate
cost?
- The online Certification Exam costs $15. There is no charge
for the Louisiana boater education certificate.
When will I receive my Louisiana boater
education certificate in the mail?
- Your Louisiana boater education certificate will be mailed to
your home within 2 - 3 weeks after you pass the exam.
Do I get a temporary card or certificate
until my permanent boater's license arrives?
- Upon passing the exam, you may immediately print out a temporary
certificate valid for 60 days.
How do I replace my boater education
card if I’ve lost it or it has been damaged?
- A duplicate certificate can be issued for students who have
passed the Boat Louisiana course. To request a duplicate boater safety card, contact the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries:
By phone at: 225-765-2984
By fax at: 225-763-3548
By mail at: Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries
P.O. Box 98000
Baton Rouge, LA 70898-9000
Be sure to include the student's full name, date of birth and current address in the request for the duplicate card.
Is anyone exempt from getting
the Louisiana boater education certificate (Louisiana 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 Louisiana waters?
- Louisiana's boating safety education requirements and laws about
operating a boat or PWC are explained in detail on the Who
May Operate a Vessel page.
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