Frequently Asked Questions About the Virginia Boater's License
What is the Virginia boating safety education certificate ?
- The Virginia boater education
certificate (also referred
to as the Virginia 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 Virginia boating safety education certificate (Virginia boater's license)?
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There is no minimum age or education requirement for operation
of vessels other than personal watercraft.
- Those 13 years of
age and younger may not operate a personal watercraft (PWC)
under any conditions.
- Those 14 and 15 years of age may operate
a PWC only if they have passed a boating safety course
approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators
(NASBLA). These operators must carry their proof of course
completion on board whenever they operate a personal watercraft.
What is the minimum age to obtain a
Virginia boating safety education certificate?
- There is no minimum age to take the online boat safety exam.
How do I get my Virginia boating safety education certificate (Virginia boater's license)?
- The steps required to get your Virginia boaters license are
as follows:
- Study the Virginia boating safety course material
- Take the Virginia online boating exam
- Pay $24.50—one time only, after you pass
- Upon passing, you will receive your official Virginia
boating safety education certificate within 5 -7 business
days. This card is commonly known as the Virginia boating
license.
- For a detailed explanation of the Virginia online boating exam
process, please visit our Virginia boating
license overview page.
How much does the online boater exam
cost? How much does the Virginia boating safety education certificate cost?
- The online Certification Exam costs $24.50—one time only, after you pass. There is no charge
for the Virginia boating safety education certificate .
When will I receive my Virginia boating safety education certificate in the mail?
- Your Virginia 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?
- Upon passing the exam, you will be able to immediately print
out a temporary boating safety education certificate online.
Is anyone exempt from getting
the Virginia boating safety education certificate (Virginia 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 Virginia waters?
- Virginia'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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