Welcome to Boat Ed Delaware

Learn online, print your temporary certificate, and be on the water in just a few hours.

$29.50Course fee after you pass

When you pass, immediately print out a temporary certificate, with your permanent card arriving by mail in 2–3 weeks.

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  • Fun and Easy to Use
  • Interactive Animations
  • Graphics to Speed Learning
  • Delaware DFW Approved
  • Free Registration
  • Pay Only If You Pass
  • Study at Home for Free
  • Complete at Your Own Pace

Approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators

Boat Delaware is the official boating safety course of the Delaware Division of Fish & Wildlife (DFW). Taking this safe boating course will allow you to get your Delaware boating license online.

Pay $29.50—one time only, after you pass. When you pass, you may instantly print out a temporary certificate. You will receive your permanent Delaware boating safety education certificate by mail within 2–3 weeks.

Passing the Delaware boating safety course may make you eligible for a discount on your boat or PWC insurance. Send a copy of your boater safety certificate to your agent and start saving!

Need more info about the safe boating course? Visit the “FAQs” page.

The Handbook

Delaware handbook cover image Get an introduction to Delaware laws governing boating and general information about safe watercraft operation with this handy reference guide.

Who Needs a Delaware Boating Safety Education Certificate?

  • Successful completion of a boating safety course is mandatory for persons born on or after January 1, 1978, to operate a motorized boat on Delaware waters. Personal watercrafts (PWC) are classified as boats.

Need more info about Delaware boating law? Visit the “Laws” page.

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