Frequently Asked Questions About the Idaho Boater's License
What is the Idaho boating safety education
certificate?
- The Idaho boater education certificate (also referred to as
the Idaho 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 Idaho boating safety
education certificate (Idaho boater's license)?
- Personal watercraft rental businesses must provide education
to each person who will ride and operate the PWC, and requires
the operator of the PWC to carry a verification wallet card.
- In addition to penalties, boaters are required to pass a boating
course if they are convicted of operating under the influence
of drugs or alcohol.
- Boaters who are repeat offenders of any boating law or rule
are also required to pass a boating course.
What is the minimum age to obtain a
Idaho boating safety education certificate?
- There is no minimum age to take the online boating test.
How do I get my Idaho boating safety
education certificate (Idaho boater's license)?
- The steps required to get your Idaho boaters license are as
follows:
- Study the Idaho boating safety course material;
- Take the Idaho online boating exam
- Pay for your exam and find out your grade
- Upon passing, you will receive a Boat Idaho boating
safety education certificate in the mail. This card is commonly
known as the Idaho boating license.
- For a detailed explanation of the Idaho online boating exam
process, please visit our Idaho boating
license overview page.
How much does the online boater exam
cost? How much does the Idaho boating safety education certificate
cost?
- The online Certification Exam costs $15. There is no charge
for the Idaho boating safety education certificate.
When will I receive my Idaho boating
safety education certificate in the mail?
- Your Idaho 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, so you should allow time for your boating safety education
certificate to arrive in the mail. It will be mailed to your
home within 5 -7 business days after you pass the exam.
How do I replace my boater education
card 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 Idaho online course. To obtain a duplicate
Idaho card, mail the request with a check for $5, payable to
BOAT IDAHO, to:
BOAT IDAHO
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 Idaho boating safety education certificate (Idaho 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 Idaho waters?
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