Frequently Asked Questions About the Colorado Boater's License
What is the Colorado boating safety
certificate?
- The Colorado boating safety certificate (also referred to as
the Colorado 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 Colorado boating
safety certificate (Colorado boater's license)?
What is the minimum age to obtain a
Colorado boating safety certificate?
- You must be 14 years of age to take a proctored exam in a
classroom setting and get the state-issued boating safety certificate.
- You must be 16 years of age to take the online boat safety
exam and get a boater education card.
How do I get my Colorado boating safety
certificate (Colorado boater's license)?
- The steps required to get your Colorado boaters license are
as follows:
- Study the Colorado boating safety course material;
- Take the Colorado online boating exam (ages 16 and
older) or schedule a proctored exam (14 - 15 years of age)
- Upon passing the online course, you will receive a Boat
Colorado boater education card in the mail. This card
is commonly known as the Massachusetts boating license.
- For a detailed explanation of the Colorado online boating exam
process, please visit our Colorado
boating license overview page.
How much does the online boater exam
cost? How much does the Colorado boating safety certificate cost?
- The online Certification Exam costs $29.50—one time only, after you pass. There is no charge
for the Colorado boater education card.
When will I receive my Colorado boater
education card in the mail?
- Your Colorado boater education card will be mailed to
your home within 5-7 days 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 will be able to immediately print
out a temporary boater education card online.
How do I replace my boating safety
certificate if I’ve lost it or it has been damaged?
- A duplicate can be issued for a $10 charge if the student took
(and passed) the Boat Colorado online course. To obtain a duplicate
Colorado card, mail the request with a check for $10, payable
to Boat Colorado, to:
Boat Colorado
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 Colorado boating safety certificate (Colorado 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 Colorado waters?
- Colorado'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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