Frequently Asked Questions About the Arkansas Boater License
What is the Arkansas boating education certificate?
The Arkansas boating education certificate (also commonly referred to as the Arkansas 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 Arkansas boater education certificate (Arkansas boater’s license)?
To operate any motorboat (including personal watercraft) legally on Arkansas waters, a person who is of legal age to operate a boat, whether an Arkansas resident or a non-resident, and who is born on or after January 1, 1986, must have either:
- A boating education certificate showing successful completion of an approved Arkansas Game & Fish Commission (AGFC) safe boating course or …
- A valid boating education certificate issued by another state from a boating education course that is approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA).
How do I get my Arkansas boater education certificate (Arkansas boater’s license)?
- Step 1: Take the Boat Arkansas online course.
- Study the Arkansas boating safety course material and pass each unit quiz and the final exam.
- Pay $24.50—one time only, after you pass. No pass? No pay!
- After passing, print your Arkansas online course completion voucher.
- Step 2: Take the in-person (proctored) exam at a AGFC testing site.
- Bring your signed online course completion voucher to the in-person exam.
- Take and pass the in-person exam to complete your boater certification.
- Your Arkansas boater education certificate will be mailed to your home.
How much does the online boater exam cost? How much does the Arkansas boater education certificate cost?
The online Certification Exam costs $24.50. There is no charge for the Arkansas boater education certificate.
How will I receive my Arkansas boater education certificate?
Your Arkansas boater education certificate will be mailed to your home soon after you pass the in-person exam.
How do I replace my boater education card if I’ve lost it or it has been damaged?
For lost or damaged boater education cards (certificates), call 501-223-6377 or visit the AGFC website, www.agfc.com
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