Welcome to Boat Ed Montana

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 certificate arriving by mail in 5–7 business days.

Start the Course

  • Fun and Easy to Use
  • Interactive Animations
  • Graphics to Speed Learning
  • Montana FWP 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 Montana is the official boating safety course of the Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks (FWP). Taking this safe boating course will allow you to get your Montana boating license online.

Pay $29.50β€”one time only, after you pass. When you pass, you may instantly print out a temporary certificate.

You will receive your permanent Montana boating safety education certificate by mail within 5–7 business days.

Passing the Montana 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

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

Who is required to have boater education in Montana?

  • In Montana, youths 13 and 14 years of age may operate a motorboat or a personal watercraft powered by a motor rated at more than 10 horsepower if they possess a valid Montana motorboat operator's safety certificate.

Other qualifications may apply. Find out more about Montana boating law.

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