Frequently Asked Questions About the North Dakota Boater's License
What is the North Dakota boating safety
education certificate?
- The North Dakota boating safety education certificate (also referred
to as the North Dakota 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 North Dakota boating
safety education certificate (North Dakota boater's license)?
-
The course you are about to take will fulfill North Dakota’s
boating education requirement. Persons under 12 years
of age may not operate a power-driven vessel (including personal
watercraft) that is propelled by a motor over 10 horsepower
unless they are accompanied on board by a person at least
18 years of age. Persons 12 through 15 years of age may not
operate a power-driven vessel (including personal watercraft)
that is propelled by a motor over 10 horsepower unless they
are accompanied on board by a person at least 18 years of
age or they have successfully completed an approved boating
safety course.
(In lieu of the term boating license North Dakota refers to its
mandatory proof of education as the North Dakota Boating Education
Certificate.)
What is the minimum age to obtain a
North Dakota boating safety education certificate?
- There is no minimum age to take the online boat safety exam.
How do I get my North Dakota boating safety
education certificate (North Dakota boater's license)?
- Study the North Dakota boating safety course material
- Take the North Dakota online boating exam
- Pay $24.50—one time only, after you pass
- Upon passing, you will receive your permanent North Dakota
boating safety education certificate by mail within 5 - 7 business
days.
- For a detailed explanation of the North Dakota online boating exam
process, please visit our North Dakota
boating license overview page.
How much does the online boater exam
cost? How much does the North Dakota boating safety education certificate
cost?
- The online Certification Exam costs $24.50—one time only, after you pass. There is no charge
for the North Dakota boating safety education certificate.
When will I receive my North Dakota boating
safety education certificate in the mail?
- Your North Dakota 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?
- Yes. If you pass, you will be able to immediately print out
a temporary boating safety education certificate.
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 North Dakota online course. To obtain a
duplicate North Dakota card, mail the request with a check for
$5, payable to BOAT NORTH DAKOTA, to:
BOAT NORTH DAKOTA
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 North Dakota boating safety education certificate (North Dakota 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 North Dakota waters?
- North Dakota'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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