Frequently Asked Questions About the Montana Boater's License
What is the Montana boater education certificate ?
Do I have to get a Montana boater education certificate (Montana boater's license)?
- Those 13 to 14 years of age may legally operate a motorized
vessel over 10 horsepower (including personal watercraft) only
if they possess a valid Montana motorboat operator’s safety
certificate or have evidence of completing an approved
boating safety course, or are accompanied on board by a person 18 years
old or older.
What is the minimum age to obtain a
Montana boater education certificate ?
- There is no minimum age to take the online boat safety exam.
How do I get my Montana boater education certificate (Montana boater's license)?
- The steps required to get your Montana boaters license are
as follows:
- Study the Montana boating safety course material
- Take the Montana online boating exam
- Pay $29.50—one time only, after you pass
- Upon passing, you will receive your official Montana
boater education certificate within 5 -7 business days. This
card is commonly known as the Montana boating license.
- For a detailed explanation of the Montana online boating exam
process, please visit our Montana boating
license overview page.
How much does the online boater exam
cost? How much does the Montana boater education certificate cost?
- The online Certification Exam costs $29.50—one time only, after you pass. There is no charge
for the Montana boater education certificate.
When will I receive my Montana boater education certificate in the mail?
- Your Montana boater 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?
- Upon passing the exam, you will be able to immediately print
out a temporary boating safety education certificate online.
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 $10 charge if the student took
(and passed) the Boat Montana online course. To obtain a duplicate
Montana card, mail the request with a check for $10, payable to
BOAT Montana, to:
BOAT Montana
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 Montana boater education certificate (Montana 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 Montana waters?
- Montana'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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