Frequently Asked Questions About the Utah Boater's License
What is the Utah boater education
certificate?
- The Utah boating safety education certificate (also referred to
as the Utah 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 Utah boating safety education certificate (Utah boater's license)?
- Persons 12 through 15 years of age may operate a PWC provided the operator has completed a boating education course approved by Utah State Parks and Recreation, has in his or her possession the certificate issued by the course provider, and is under the direct supervision of a responsible person who is at least 18 years old. Persons 16 through 17 yeas of age may operate a PWC provided the operator has completed a boating education course approved by Utah State Parks and Recreation and has in his or her possession the certificate issued by the course provider. Motorized boats and sailboats may be operated by a person under 16 years of age only if they are under the direct supervision of a responsible person who is at least 18 years old.
What is the minimum age to obtain the
Utah boating safety education certificate?
- The minimum age to take the online boating safety education exam is 16 years old.
How do I get my Utah boating safety education certificate (Utah boater's license)?
- The steps required to get your Utah boaters license are
as follows:
- Study the Utah boating safety course material;
- Take the Utah online boating exam
- Pay $29.50—one time only, after you pass
- Upon passing, you will receive your official Utah
boating safety education certificate by mail within 7-10 business days. This
card is commonly known as the Utah boating license.
- For a detailed explanation of the Utah online boating exam
process, please visit our Utah
boating license overview page.
How much does the online boater exam
cost? How much does the Utah boater education certificate
cost?
- The online Certification Exam costs $29.50 - one time only, after you pass. There is no charge
for the Utah boating safety education certificate.
When will I receive my Utah boating safety education certificate in the mail?
- Your Utah boating safety education certificate will be mailed to
your home within 7-10 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 may immediately print out a temporary
certificate valid for 60 days.
How do I replace my boating safety education certificate if I’ve lost it or it has been damaged?
- Please call (801) 538-7220 or toll-free at (877) UT-PARKS. If you prefer, you can write us at 1594 West North Temple, Suite 116, Salt Lake City, Utah 84116.
Is anyone exempt from getting
the Utah boating safety education certificate (Utah 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 Utah waters?
- Utah'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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