Frequently Asked Questions About the Oklahoma Boater's License
What is the Oklahoma boater education
certificate?
- The Oklahoma boating safety education certificate (also referred
to as the Oklahoma 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 the Oklahoma boater
education certificate (Oklahoma boater's license)?
- A child 12 years of age or older but not yet 16 years of age
may operate a vessel powered by a motor or combination of motors
over 10 horsepower, a personal watercraft (PWC), or a sail-powered
vessel 16 feet or more in length only if he or she has successfully
completed an approved boating safety
education course and received a boating safety education
certificate and is supervised by a competent adult who is at
least 18 years of age.
What is the minimum age to obtain the
Oklahoma boating safety education certificate?
- There is no minimum age to take the online boat safety exam.
How do I get my Oklahoma boater education
certificate (Oklahoma boater's license)?
- The steps required to get your Oklahoma boaters license are
as follows:
- Study the Oklahoma boating safety course material
- Take the Oklahoma online boating exam
- Pay $24.50—one time only, after you pass
- Upon passing, you will receive your official Oklahoma
boating safety education certificate by mail within 3 - 5
business days. This card is commonly known as the Oklahoma
boating license.
- For a detailed explanation of the Oklahoma online boating exam
process, please visit our Oklahoma
boating license overview page.
How much does the online boater exam
cost? How much does the Oklahoma boating safety education certificate
cost?
- The online Certification Exam costs $24.50—one time only, after you pass. There is no charge
for the Oklahoma boating safety education certificate.
When will I receive my Oklahoma boater
education certificate in the mail?
- Your Oklahoma boating safety education certificate will be
mailed to your home within 3 - 5 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 Oklahoma online course. To obtain a duplicate
Oklahoma card, mail the request with a check for $5, payable
to BOAT OKLAHOMA, to:
BOAT OKLAHOMA
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 Oklahoma boating safety education certificate (Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma waters?
- Oklahoma'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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